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Nicole LePera

Born: September 15, 1982 – Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Nicole LePera is an American psychologist and wellness author best known as The Holistic Psychologist. Her work centers on trauma, self-healing, emotional regulation, and habit change. She is the author of How to Do the Work, a New York Times bestseller, and has helped popularize holistic approaches to mental health.

Quotes

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Our childhood is where the subconscious mind is formed
-What is Reparenting and How to Begin
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Boundaries are an ultimate life hack
-Boundaries: The Ultimate Life Hack
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Healing anxiety is possible for anyone who wants it badly enough
-How I healed my life long anxiety
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Intention setting is a life changing practice
-5 Steps to Intention Setting
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Future self journaling works because it creates conscious awareness around your behaviors and patterns
-How to Get the Most Out of Future Self Journaling
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Few people understand the chemical cocktail of human emotion
-How to Break an Emotional Addiction
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Confidence is the result of detaching from your ego state
-How to Do Ego Work

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Holistic Health, Psychology & Relationships
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Holistic Health, Psychology & Relationships

This plan is essential for individuals seeking to bridge the gap between physical health and psychological well-being. It is ideal for those wanting to break toxic relationship cycles and achieve a unified sense of self through holistic practices.

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Master Holistic Wellness & Human Behavior
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Master Holistic Wellness & Human Behavior

This plan bridges the gap between psychological theory and practical life design for anyone seeking to optimize their mental and physical health. It is ideal for professionals and individuals looking to master self-regulation and understand the behavioral patterns that shape their daily reality.

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Wellness, Psychology & Human Growth
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Wellness, Psychology & Human Growth

This learning plan bridges the gap between clinical psychology and high-performance coaching to provide a holistic roadmap for personal evolution. It is ideal for individuals seeking to overcome past setbacks while simultaneously building the mental infrastructure required for sustainable excellence.

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Master Psychology, Habits & Holistic Health
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Master Psychology, Habits & Holistic Health

This learning plan is essential for anyone seeking to align their mental health with physical performance through evidence-based behavioral science. It is ideal for individuals looking to master self-discipline, improve emotional intelligence, and achieve a state of holistic wellness.

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Psychology, Self-Growth & Sexual Wellness
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Psychology, Self-Growth & Sexual Wellness

This learning plan provides a comprehensive bridge between clinical psychology and personal fulfillment, making it ideal for anyone seeking to improve their mental health and relationships. It is particularly beneficial for individuals looking to replace self-defeating patterns with evidence-based habits for a more authentic life.

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Holistic Growth & Personal Mastery
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This learning plan is designed for individuals seeking a comprehensive path to self-actualization by bridging the gap between psychology and performance. It is ideal for leaders and high-achievers who want to master their internal world to excel in their external reality.

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Community Voices

"Nicole LePera, the Holistic Psychologist, is radically changing the business of mental health"

Forbes

"Dr. LePera's book is, at its fundament, a book about understanding the self"

The Minimalists

"LePera has built a massive following by helping people understand their patterns and how to change them"

mindbodygreen

"If LePera's Instagram feed is full of aha moments, the book is more like a full firework display"

Red

"Wherever you are on your path, Dr. LePera meets you with open arms"

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"LePera's take on it is refreshingly practical"

mindbodygreen

"Nicole LePera brilliantly demystifies life-changing therapeutic principles in a way that is easy to digest"

Gabby Bernstein

"LePera's searing wisdom cut through the noise at a moment when we needed it most"

Oprah Daily

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