The DIP: Daily Inspirational Podcast

The power of the brain is limitless. It’s actually a collection of billions of cells called neurons that communicate with each other, which represents every thought you’ve had and will ever have in the future. The more times you stimulate one of these brain circuits, the stronger and more efficient it gets. The opposite is also true. If you reduce the stimulation to the circuit, the connections prune back and become less efficient. In some cases, they are completely erased! If you re-live...

Did you know that its’ your story that defines you? It’s the story that you tell yourself and others about how you got to this place that controls your feelings and behaviors. When you believe your story, you will focus all of your energy on it either consciously or unconsciously. You’ll become the living manifestation of perhaps victimization or triumph. It’s your call because you’re in control. If you learn to improve the story, you manifest feelings of hope and possibility. If you keep...

The Marijuana plant remains a controversial topic. Today's Podcast features Big John, a marijuana cultivator and overall enthusiast. John covers the misconceptions regarding pot in an effort to promote societal awareness of the truth and possible benefits of the chemicals derived from this age-old plant. The post DIP Episode #20: Marijuana…What’s the Deal? appeared first on Dr. Peter Percuoco.

When it's time to change your life, it's time. Not many of us ever know when that is but it usually comes after an overwhelming sense of pain and frustration, sprinkled with anxiety and depression. There comes a point when the brain just can't handle the negative emotions and in that one moment, the brain is primed to make change. The minute you recognize the need to make a change, your brain starts making new circuits that promote joy and happiness. You have to focus on happiness and seek...

If you plan to develop a successful relationship, you have to be ready to put in the time. Learning to accept that person without judgment while never attempting to change them will get you off on the right track. Once you define what you want out of the relationship, you must act in accordance with your desires. Insecurities promote jealousy and infidelity which usually crush a relationship. Learning how to communicate will take a lifetime as we slowly change with time and experience. Talk...

Life can surely be difficult. Watching others get ahead can leave you feeling as though you're not good enough. Whether you come from a privileged background, the ghetto, the storied halls of Harvard University or the school of hard knocks, you can't be what you're not. Stop trying to compare yourself to others and just be you. I guarantee you you're enough. The post DIP Episode #17: Just Be You. appeared first on Dr. Peter Percuoco.

What's your operating system? If you don't understand what makes you emotionally tick, you just might find yourself alone. The post DIP Episode #16: What’s Your Operating System? appeared first on Dr. Peter Percuoco.

Turn off the news and smile. The media is trying to control your mind to get you to spend money. They want you to feel bad but you can fight back by simply smiling. The post DIP Episode #15: Turn Off the News and SMILE appeared first on Dr. Peter Percuoco.

Chris Valente, Director of Sales for the Boston Red Sox, joins today's podcast sharing stories of great Boston sports moments. He also discusses his new podcast called Frontofficefeatures. The post DIP Episode #14: Chris Valente – Boston Red Sox appeared first on Dr. Peter Percuoco.

Choose Your Words Wisely. Words can either destroy or inspire. Too often we become damaged by the words we hear; especially from those who are supposed to protect us. The post DIP Episode #13: Choose Your Words Wisely. appeared first on Dr. Peter Percuoco.

Resist Conformity - Just be YOU! The greatest gift you can give yourself is to simply be YOU. When you conform and TRY to impress others, you move further away from who you truly are. The post DIP Episode #12: Resist Conformity – Just be YOU! appeared first on Dr. Peter Percuoco.

Balance: It's Time to Party The post DIP Episode #11: Balance: It’s Time to Party appeared first on Dr. Peter Percuoco.

Commuting can be More Dangerous than You Think. The post DIP Episode #10: Commuting can be More Dangerous than You Think. appeared first on Dr. Peter Percuoco.

Loneliness May Make You Sick. The post DIP Episode #9: Loneliness May Make You Sick. appeared first on Dr. Peter Percuoco.

Compassion repairs your DNA The post DIP Episode #8: Compassion Repairs Your DNA appeared first on Dr. Peter Percuoco.

The Stress in Our Lives The post DIP Episode #7: The Stress in Our Lives appeared first on Dr. Peter Percuoco.

Marijuana possesses many chemicals that impact our physiology. The 2 most talked about are CBD and THC. What are they and how do they work? The post DIP Episode #6: Marijuana: What you need to know. appeared first on Dr. Peter Percuoco.

Your Emotional STATE is how you FEEL at any moment in time. Feelings dictate behavior and behavior defines you. If you want to get control of your life, you MUST learn to control your EMOTIONAL STATE. The post DIP Episode #5: Your Emotional State is the Key to Your Success appeared first on Dr. Peter Percuoco.

Prolonged stress produces cortisol, which can damage your health. Fortunately, the body secretes oxytocin; the antidote to stress. Learn how to produce oxytocin and you just may save your life. The post DIP Episode #4: Stress Hormones Promote Sickness appeared first on Dr. Peter Percuoco.

PASSION is the fuel that drives your engine. Discover it, nuture it, and enjoy the ride. Passion represents our true inner self. Too often we become what the world wants us to be. “As long as I don’t rock the boat, then people will like me and that will reduce my anxiety” ahhhh NOT! Actually it’s […] The post DIP Episode #3: Discover Your Passion appeared first on Dr. Peter Percuoco.