Unlock the secrets of emotional resilience with Dr. Leo Polizoti as we explore the fascinating world of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Discover how ACT, a powerful psychological approach developed by Steven Hayes, can transform your relationship with negative emotions, enabling you to navigate the complexities of life without being weighed down by them. From dealing with the heartache of losing a pet to overcoming business setbacks, learn how ACT encourages us to see feelings as natural, manageable parts of life rather than obstacles to happiness.

Join us as we delve into the power of self-education and...

Feeling stuck in the comfort of your success? Break free from the "velvet rut" and reignite your passion for life. In this thought-provoking conversation, inspired by Tim Ferriss, Stoic philosophers, and our guest, Dr. Leo Polizoti, we delve into the universal experience of stagnation. Regardless of status or profession, the risk of losing motivation threatens personal growth. This episode urges you to embrace change and make passion a driving force in your journey.

We explore how negative news and political strife can impact daily life, drawing wisdom from Mark Twain and Seneca. When approached with the right...

Transform your scattered thoughts into focused action and break free from the "grasshopper mind." Discover how accountability partners and mastermind groups can help you stay committed to your goals, inspired by the philosophies of Viktor Frankl. We're sharing personal stories and insights on how a clear sense of purpose can be a game-changer, eliminating distractions and maximizing productivity. Whether you're looking to raise children, coach sports, or write your first book, aligning your goals with your life's purpose can set you on a path toward fulfillment.

We also tackle the crucial elements of self-confidence and willpower, shedding...

Luck isn't just a roll of the dice or a stroke of chance. What if the secret to success lies in preparation, opportunity, and the choices we make every day? Join us as we unravel this concept with Leo Polizzati on the Doctor Decision and Coach Podcast. Through personal stories, including my own journey of transformative health changes at 81, we explore how much of what we consider luck is actually within our control. From ditching sugar to embracing a more active lifestyle, discover how these intentional decisions can lead to a healthier, and perhaps luckier, life. By reframing luck...

Unlock the secrets to personal and professional growth by harnessing the power of association and learning. Join us, Dennis McCurdy, known as Coach, and the insightful Dr. Leo Polizzotti, as we explore how your circle of influence and choice of reading materials can shape your future. We promise you'll discover how simple changes in your associations and learning habits can lead to innovative solutions and strategic life transformations. We're diving headfirst into personal anecdotes that spotlight collaboration and seeking advice, illustrating the profound impact these connections can have on your success.

Ever wondered how adding a touch...

Can your expectations shape your destiny? Discover the power of expectancy theory and its role in motivation as we unpack how expectations influence everyday actions, like starting a car or tackling work tasks. Through engaging tales and cultural insights, including a nod to Taylor Swift’s impact on her football player boyfriend, we explore the complexities of managing both external and internal expectations. By understanding how a positive outlook can transform setbacks into opportunities, you'll learn to navigate life's pressures with newfound confidence.

Reflecting on past work experiences at Zenith Radio Corporation, we highlight the transformative power of...

Have you ever wondered how your expectations shape your reality? Join us as we unpack the fascinating world of expectancy theory with Dennis McCurdy, aka Coach, and Dr. Leo Polozati. Learn how the simple act of starting a car or meeting job responsibilities is tied to the expectations we set for ourselves. We'll dive into the differences between specific and generalized expectations and explore how personal beliefs can catapult you to success while external pressures can make or break you. With humorous nods to public figures like Taylor Swift, this episode breaks down complex psychological concepts into relatable, everyday...

Can you really turn your dreams into reality, or are they destined to remain as just that—dreams? In this episode of "Dr. Decision and Coach," we promise to arm you with the strategies to convert wishful thinking into actionable plans. We expose the pitfalls of “shelf help,” where self-help books are read but not implemented. From creating a "don't want" list to making the most of your available time, we explore how to bridge the gap between aspirations and tangible results. Punctuality and effective time management, inspired by Vince Lombardi’s famous wisdom, also take center stage as essentia...

Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the thought of making a big life change? What if we told you that dedicating just two minutes a day to a new habit could transform your life? Join us as we explore the concept of self-renewal and the power of taking small, manageable steps to reinvigorate your daily routine. Whether it's changing jobs, trying out new activities, or meeting new people, we discuss how controlling your own growth and development can lead to significant accomplishments over time. Inspired by the principle of Kaizen, we'll share practical tips to make life's big changes less...

Leo, you change the structure of your heart even in your 70s by doing the right things, exercising, eating, and sleeping.  

Change your mindset. It isn’t necessarily easy, but you can change your style and do something different to shake things up.   

 Leo talks about a woman he knew who would deliberately use her opposite, non-dominant hand to help stimulate her brain for something different. Coach jumps in because he brushes his teeth with his left hand in the morning and shaves with his left hand to stimulate that part of his brain.

Leo...

Challenging Self-Defeating Thought Patterns

Self-defeating thought patterns often lead to poor decisions and behaviors. When people feel down, they may develop habits of thinking that reinforce negative self-opinions. This negative thinking can become a habitual cycle, making it difficult to break free.

Understanding Distorted Thinking

Distorted thinking involves selective interpretation, focusing on negative aspects and ignoring evidence that contradicts these thoughts. Over time, these patterns can become so ingrained that they feel natural and real, even though they are incomplete or untrue.

Changing Distorted Thought Patterns

These patterns can...

Increasing Your Success

Understanding Success Through Luck, Preparation, and Decisions

Luck isn't just about chance—it results from your actions and mindset. It's about putting yourself out there and being ready to seize opportunities. We are all lucky many times in life. 

The Traditional View:Luck = Preparation + Opportunity

 Preparation involves openness to experiences, continuous self-education, and readiness to act. Opportunity involves actively asking for information, seeking out possibilities, and metaphorically knocking on doors to create chances.

However, luck alone...

Pre-crastination refers to the tendency to rush to complete tasks as soon as possible, often to alleviate the mental burden of having them pending. This behavior is driven by the desire to clear one's mind of tasks, even if it means prioritizing less important or less urgent activities over those that are more significant or time-sensitive.

Unlike procrastination, where individuals delay important tasks in favor of more pleasurable activities, pre-crastination involves completing tasks quickly to achieve relief and mental clarity. While it might seem productive, pre-crastination can lead to inefficient use of time and energy, as one...

ANXIETY CAN BE AN ASSET 

Anxiety can be an asset in your life if appropriately managed..

“It was like starting to write a novel. When I face the desolate impossibility of writing five hundred pages, a sick sense of failure falls on me, and I know I can never do it. This happens every time. Then, gradually, I wrote one page and then another. I can only permit myself to contemplate one day's work and eliminate the possibility of ever finishing. So”

~John Steinbeck, Travels With Charley: In Search of America

...

Choose to Be Happy

Happiness is a choice. 
Happiness on the job, happiness in life
How long will you wait before you demand the best for yourself?

Not jumping up and down happiness but general contentment and satisfaction.

“People are about as happy as they make up their mind to b.”
 this was said both by Will Rogers and Abraham Lincoln

Research shows that even if you force a smile, it can help you feel better off in the action that leads the mind.

 Coach r...

Self Efficacy-Can & Can’t
Optimizing self-efficacy.
What the heck is that?
The belief is that an individual can get the desired outcomes.
The concept originated in Stoics.

Components of Self-efficacy 

Building on small successesSeeing others succeedGetting encouragement 

The Serenity Prayer: an offshoot of the Stoics 

Control what you canLet go of what you can’t Learning the difference 

Control what you can, your activities, what you do each day, and your career. You can't control the government, the economy, or other people; you can only control y...

Understanding the distinction between accountability and responsibility is pivotal. While one can be accountable and responsible, these concepts don't always align seamlessly. Take, for example, the role of an individual, such as a small business owner; they might find themselves both responsible for various tasks and accountable for the outcomes.
Imagine accountability as a practice where every action and its consequences are meticulously counted. The essence of "accountability" inherently involves "counting." In other words, it's about meticulously tracking every action because every action carries weight; numbers serve as unwavering indicators. Consider the anecdote of Leo's early days in...

SWOT Yourself
The man or woman who does not shrink from self-crucifixion can never
fail to accomplish what they set their heart on.
~James Allen
     
     SWOT

StrengthsWeakness Opportunities Threats 

Creating a personal SWOT analysis aims to gain insight into your strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. This analysis helps you to think about the possibilities for your personal and professional growth.

 What are my strengths, or what could I develop? What are my weaknesses, what should I shy away from, and what could be improved?What opport...

Building Self Confidence 

Confidence isn’t a natural state. 

Don't fuse confidence with bravado, a false sense of confidence, or a false impression of confidence.

You have to try things to gain confidence. You can't just have confidence.

Don’t beat yourself up. Repeating yourself upworked would be perfect by now.

We can build our confidence by trying new things, realizing that we may not always succeed, but we keep trying and improving. It's a process.

Toastmasters' public speaking is an excellent example of where people...

Vision boards are a great tool to help us gain clarity and focus on what we truly want. Our brains love pictures, so adding images of our goals to a vision board can be a powerful way to make them more tangible and realistic. Whether it's a diploma, a property, a car, or something else entirely, the possibilities are endless.

The purpose of a vision board is to bring our desired future into the present, reminding us of what we want to achieve. It's important to keep the board visible and regularly review and refresh it to...

New Year’s Resolutions
and Stress

Making New Year’s resolutions may help a few people make some positive changes in their lives. Every New Year's Eve the tradition of setting goals and making decisions to live and work better begins. Usually, the motivation to utilize the resolutions wears off by March. The more common ones include such decisions as starting a personal & wellness program, which may include diet, exercise, decreasing alcohol intake, stopping smoking, and so on. All of these are valuable for developing resilience, which helps with managing stress. My best advice to help you<...

Many people don't believe in fear of success, but it is absolutely true.

Fear of success in Failure goal almost hand in hand

We need to make mistakes to become more successful, and those mistakes move us forward. It's 

We are failing forward; the more mistakes we make, the sharper we should get.

People often tend to undermine their success just before they reach their peak. Self-sabotage is an unconscious reaction to success, usually held by some deep-seated belief that we don't u...