Pick The Brain Podcast: Productivity | Motivation | Self Improvement | Health

How do we program ourselves? Are we in control of our emotions or do they control us? On this episode of the show Erin and Jeremy will be listening to a clip from an Impact Theory video featuring  Impact Theory and Dr. Joe Dispenza. Ready to pick your own brain? Let's do it! Show Notes: Full Video Impact Theory Dr. Joe Dispenza Impact Theory Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you ready for another inspiring spoken word mix?! Today's show features a great mix of talented performers. Check out the links below to visit their youtube pages for more! Show Notes: Harvard Commencement by Donovan LivingstonDark Black and The Wrong Truth by Indigo WilliamsWhen You Love the Wrong Person by Taz AlamAmerica in 4 Minutes by Branden Wellington Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you ever have trouble remembering people's names? In this episode Erin and Jeremy will be discussing science based hacks for improving your memory. Speaking of memory, make sure you remember to subscribe to this show! Show Notes: 7 Science Based Hacks for Improving Your Memory Help Remembering People's Names Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What's the most underrated emotion you'll ever feel? You'll find out on today's episode from Marquette University's 2018 Commencement Address, which featured Jeannie Gaffigan, Comm '92, and Jim Gaffigan, who talk about the experiences they've had when facing illness and how to maintain one of the most important emotions we'll ever feel.  Show Notes: Original Speech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of the most popular subjects in the self improvement space right now is the art of minimalism, particularly as it pertains to the amount of things you have in your life. In this episode Erin and Jeremy discuss steps suggested in a PTB article about minimalism and how we can apply some of the best principles to our lives. Show Notes: 7 Minimalist Ways to Declutter Your Life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you were a child in the 80s or 90s you probably had some familiarity with Fred Rogers, Mr. Rogers, host of the very popular children's show Mr. Rogers Neighborhood. In this episode Erin and Jeremy will be talking about the impact of Mr. Rogers and discussing the commencement address he made where he reminds us that our differences are smaller than we think. Show Notes: Original Commencement Speech from Mr. Rogers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special episode of the show Erin and Jeremy will be listening in on a few comedy bits from some very funny comedians and discussing the health benefits that your brain experiences from laughter. Ready to laugh out loud? Show Notes: Ellen benefits of laughter video Jim Gaffigan Full Video Ellen DeGeneres Full Comedy Special Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is fear a good thing? When are our limiting beliefs realistic and when are they man-made? How much does the stacking of stressors begin to take a toll on us? All of these questions and more are discussed on this part 2 episode of the podcast where Erin and Jeremy will finish up discussing ideas presented by actor Matthew McConaughey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With so much talk of happiness out in the personal development space you might be hard pressed to hear someone say that happiness should not be your goal. In this episode of the podcast Erin and Jeremy will hear part one of a speech delivered by actor Matthew McConaughey delivered to graduates of the University of Houston. Show Notes: Original Video Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the podcast Erin and Jeremy will be hearing and discussing a speech delivered by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., leader of the American civil rights movement and one of the most influential people of all time. Today's speech was delivered to students at Barratt Junior High School in Philadelphia on October 26, 1967. Today's message has inspiring calls to action in the pursuit of beauty, love, and justice.  Show Notes: Original Speech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's show features segments from a speech delivered by record-breaking hiker Jennifer Pharr Davis on the lessons she learned hiking the Appalachian Trail. In 2011, despite facing sickness and hypothermia, Jennifer became the fastest person (male or female) to hike the 14 state-long Appalachian trail. If you're like Erin and Jeremy, you might be surprised to hear what she learned on her journey. Show Notes: More from Jennifer Pharr Davis Original Full Length Speech Jennifer's Book Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you feeling emotionally drained? This episode is for you. Often it's the people in our lives that we care the most about that drain us the most. In this episode Erin and Jeremy will be discussing how to avoid being a people pleaser and how to establish boundaries with people that are emotional vampires. Let's jump in! Show Notes: 7 Mind Hacks to Permanently Erase the People Pleaser Mentality  5 Ways to Deal with People Who Drain You Emotionally Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you ready to get motivated? In today's special episode you'll hear from five kick ass people that share their views on the world and what it means to be a human. Get ready to get inspired. Are you subscribed to this show? Recently PTB changed it's podcast feed so make sure you didn't lose your subscription - just check to make sure the "Subscribe" button has been clicked in iTunes, Podcasts, Podcast Addict, Castbox, or whatever app you use to listen to the show! Show Notes: Dr. Neal Degrass Tyson Lauren Hill Alan Watts Mo Gowdat David Goggins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sometimes the person in the mirror is the one that makes healthy eating difficult. In this episode of the show Erin and Jeremy will be discussing ways to stop sabotaging your health. They'll also tackle the subject of how to eat healthy on a budget. Let's jump in! Show Notes: How to Stop Sabotaging Your Health How to Eat Healthy on a Budget Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rarely does the world produce seemingly superhuman individuals that impact the world. Elon Musk is proving to be one of those individuals. On today’s episode of the podcast we’ll be featuring a mix of Elon Musk’s top tips that will inspire you to never give up, no matter what odds you face. Show Notes: Elon … Continue reading "Elon Musk’s Top Tips for Success in Life and Business" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Don’t let anyone tell you that you can’t do something but especially not yourself. Go conquer the world.” – Mindy Kaling. On today’s episode Erin and Jeremy will be discussing the funny stories and inspirational advice that actress, writer, and producer Mindy Kaling delivered at her 2018 Dartmouth commencement address. This will inspire you and … Continue reading "Laugh Out Loud Lessons from Mindy Kaling" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s show Erin and Jeremy will be discussing a speech made by actor Terry Crews that covers several traumatic events he’s experienced in his life and how he’s overcome those experiences. This speech was originally delivered at a Safe Horizon award ceremony where Terry was given an award for courage in speaking out against … Continue reading "“He Knocked My Mother Out” – Terry Crews" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does science have to say about what motivates us? Are we simply motivated by a simple carrot dangling in front of our nose or is there more to what motivates us? We’ll find out in today’s show where Erin and Jeremy discuss concepts brought to us from author Daniel Pink in a speech he … Continue reading "The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s show Erin, Jeremy and a special guest will discuss life’s journey and the stories told by three centennials (100 year + old people) and how they have survived two world wars, economic downturns, and personal tragedies, but still remain hopeful and enthusiastic about life.  Let’s get inspired! Show Notes: Original Video Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How often do you think about what other people think? Probably a lot if you’re like the average person. In this episode Erin and Jeremy are going to discuss bad habits to kick and how to improve your confidence and self image. Show Notes: 10 Bad Habits and Misunderstandings to Toss Improve Your Self Confidence … Continue reading "Simple Steps for Improving Your Self Image" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices