Best Derek Suite Podcasts (2025)

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Embrace the Threat ( 7/7): Why Hugging Your Challenges Really Works. #SlowDownSunday 15:34

2h ago15:34

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Have you ever noticed how the universe never seems to rush? Stars shine for billions of years, galaxies move with deliberate patience, and even Earth rotates without our feeling it. This cosmic wisdom forms the foundation of today's reflection on embracing threats rather than running from them. Throughout our week-long journey of "Embracing Threats…

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XIII with Rob Duenas (Sketchcraft) 45:23

1d ago45:23

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Read transcript Get ready to tattoo the number XIII on your memory banks (preferably not on your collarbone) as Play Comics dives into the cel-shaded, amnesia-riddled world of XIII – the video game adaptation that brought Jean Van Hamme’s acclaimed French graphic novel series to life on PS2, Xbox, and GameCube. This first-person shooter might be th…

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Embrace the Threat (6/7): Learn to Say "No" So You Can Say "Yes" to YourSelf. #SelfCareSaturday. 16:45

17h ago16:45

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Threats may be unavoidable, but our approach to self-care determines how they affect us physically, mentally, and spiritually. This Self-Care Saturday, Dr. Derek Suite explores how nature, mindful boundaries, and ancient wisdom can heal burnout and renew our strength in life's challenges. KEY SUITE SPOTS • Chronic stress affects the whole person, r…

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Embrace the Threat (6/7): If You Can't Stop the Waves Learn to Surf. #FinishStrongFriday. 12:02

2d ago12:02

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FINISH STRONG FRIDAY: Learning to "surf the waves" of life's challenges is essential to finishing strong. When we embrace threats instead of avoiding them, our brain's basal ganglia and anterior cingulate cortex work together to reward us with dopamine and create powerful resilience habits. KEY SUITE SPOTS • The brain is designed to reward threat-f…

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Embrace the Threat (4/7) Choose Trust Over Doubt. #TrustYourselfThursday 10:57

3d ago10:57

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Self-doubt is a silent saboteur that hijacks our body, mind, relationships, and potential, preventing us from facing threats. In this Suite Spot, Dr. Suite explores how to transform doubt into trust through neuroscience, ancient wisdom, and practical action steps. KEY SUITE SPOTS • Self-doubt is a habit, not a life sentence • The insula brain regio…

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Boardroom AI: C-Suite Voices on the Future with Mark Hawkins 39:00

5d ago39:00

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Today’s episode—"Boardroom AI: C-Suite Voices on the Future"—dives into how AI is being discussed, deployed, and scaled at the highest levels of corporate leadership. I'm honored to be joined by a long-time friend and one of Silicon Valley’s most respected financial leaders—Mark Hawkins, a trusted voice in the boardrooms of some of the world’s most…

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Embrace the Threat (3/7): Why Facing Challenges Makes You Unstoppable. Win It All Wednesday . 17:50

6d ago17:50

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In this WIN IT ALL WEDNESDAY episode of the SUITE SPOT, Dr. Suite explores the transformative power of embracing challenges and redefining what it truly means to win in life. Through neuroscience, spiritual wisdom, and practical examples, he demonstrates how facing threats head-on rewires our brains and transforms our identities from victims to vic…

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Embracing the Threat 2/7: Don't Wait for The Right Moment, Act Now. #TakeActionTuesday 15:55

6d ago15:55

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Moving beyond hesitation and turning intention into action is essential for embracing life's challenges, as every step brings us closer to living the life we desire. That's the right Take Action Tuesday attitude! Let's go! KEY SUITE SPOTS • Your brain gets stuck in indecision when the prefrontal cortex weighs too many options while the amygdala sou…

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Embracing the Threat (1/7): The Cold Pool Effect: Why Diving Into Your Fears Works. #MakingMovesMonday. 17:08

6d ago17:08

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This MAKING MOVES MONDAY, we are st a new series called "Embracing the Threat" focused on transforming challenges into opportunities for growth and living life at the level we desire. Let's Go!!!! KEY SUITE SPOTS • Embracing the threat involves acceptance and transformation, not just facing it • Shifting from fear-based reactions to curiosity and e…

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Transformers (2004) with Charles Shelton (TransMissions Podcast Network) 46:34

8d ago46:34

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Welcome, Earthlings and Cybertronians alike, to another episode of Play Comics-where the only thing more confusing than the continuity is trying to fold yourself into a PS2 disc case! This time, we’re rolling out (and occasionally transforming) into the wild world of the 2004 Transformers video game. Yes, the one that’s based on Transformers: Armad…

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Run the Risk, Reap the Reward 7/7: God Rested on the Seventh Day, Maybe You Should Too?: Slow Down Sunday 9:58

8d ago9:58

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Have you ever noticed how the universe, as vast and powerful as it is, never seems to be in a rush? Galaxies form over billions of years, stars take eons to be born, and at the heart of mighty black holes, time itself slows down at the event horizon. Yet somehow, we've convinced ourselves that our worth depends on constant motion and productivity. …

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Run the Risk, Reap the Reward 6/7: Say 'No' When Feeling Pressure to Say 'Yes': Self-Care Saturday. 10:20

8d ago10:20

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Ever considered that the most powerful form of self-care might require taking a risk? We've been conditioned to think of self-care as gentle practices that offer refuge from life's chaos, but what if true nourishment for your soul demands courage? Looking to nature reveals profound wisdom: seeds must crack open to grow, trees shed leaves without ce…

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Run the Risk, Reap the Reward 3/7: Calculated Courage Turns Risks Into Rewards: Do the Math: Win It All Wednesday 11:30

11d ago11:30

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Risk isn't just about danger and failure—it's also where faith lives, courage grows, and your next level waits beyond your comfort zone. Today on Win It All Wednesday, Dr. Derek Suite is flipping the script on risk and exploring one of its most powerful forms: calculated courage. KEY SUITE SPOTS • Most real courage is quiet, intentional, and practi…

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Run the Risk, Reap the Rewards 5/7: Finish Strong Friday. Bring the Heat! 9:23

11d ago9:23

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Finishing strong is what separates winners from quitters, even when the path forward feels difficult or uncomfortable. When the going gets tough real winners turn it up and bring the heat! Risk isn't just about big leaps like skydiving or launching businesses—sometimes it's about showing up tired, speaking when uncomfortable, and refusing to quit o…

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Run the Risk, Reap the Rewards 4/7: If You Risk Nothing, You Risk Everything: Trust Yourself Thursday 11:33

11d ago11:33

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Trust is a muscle that must be developed through intentional practice, especially when we've been hurt. When we combine trust with risk, we discover transformation that's bigger than our fears, creating meaningful connections even amid uncertainty. KEY SUITE SPOTS • Trust requires faith in something bigger than your fear • Opening up after pain tak…

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Run the Risk, Reap the Reward 2/7: Take Action Tuesday: Risk is a Muscle, Use It or Lose It. 10:42

12d ago10:42

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Risk-taking is a muscle that gets stronger with practice, not a trait you either have or don't have. Most people associate risk with danger and loss, but it's equally about courage, faith, and growth. The key is taking small steps that gradually build your capacity for bold action. KEY SUITE SPOTS • Risk is about moving forward despite uncertainty …

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Run The Risk Reap The Reward 1/7: Making Moves Monday: Are You Playing It Too Safe? 10:17

13d ago10:17

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The boldest move we can make isn't always a business decision or relationship leap—sometimes it's simply believing in yourself enough to try. When we reframe risk as not just about danger but also about courage, faith, and growth, we unlock our potential to achieve greater rewards. Key Suite Spots: • Our brains are wired to avoid uncertainty throug…

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When You Stand, You Win: Highlights from the Stand Your Ground Series 3:07

13d ago3:07

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Dr. Suite delivers a powerful wrap-up of the "When You Stand, You Win" series, summarizing the week's exploration of standing with purpose, presence, and perseverance through life's challenges. KEY SUITE SPOTS • Standing encompasses purpose, presence, and perseverance beyond physical posture • Monday focused on standing in business contexts • Middl…

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Spawn Armageddon with Rob Duenas (Sketchcraft) 48:42

14d ago48:42

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Read transcript Hell hath no fury like a Hellspawn scorned, especially when that Hellspawn is leaping between platforms on your PlayStation 2! This week’s episode of Play Comics dives headfirst into the fiery pits of “Spawn Armageddon,” the video game that attempted to cram the first 99 issues of Todd McFarlane’s demonic anti-hero saga into button-…

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When You Stand, You Win 7/7: Slow Down Sunday: The Sacred Power of Standing Still 8:47

14d ago8:47

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Have you ever considered that the most powerful stand you could take might be to be still? After a week of exploring how "When You Stand, You Win," today's Slow Down Sunday takes us deeper into understanding that stillness is not weakness but a sacred strategy. Standing isn't just about being on your feet – it's about standing on your focus, your f…

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When You Stand, You Win 6/7: Self Care Saturday: The City Never Sleeps, But Maybe You Should 10:13

15d ago10:13

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In this Self Care Saturday episode, Dr. Derek Suite explores how standing still can be our strongest position in a world that never stops moving. Taking a stand for stillness is a revolutionary act of self-care that honors your body, mind, and spirit while activating your parasympathetic nervous system for healing and restoration. KEY SUITE SPOTS •…

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When You Stand, You Win 5/7: Finish Strong Friday: Stand Firm and Fight For It. 9:09

16d ago9:09

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The race isn't always won by the swiftest but by those who refuse to give up and continue to face challenges. Standing Firm is an essential first step to getting to the finish line, says Dr. Derek Suite, the host of the Suite Spot. KEY SUITE SPOTS • Standing doesn't always mean physical posture—sometimes it's about maintaining focus or faith • Dete…

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When You Stand, You Win 4/7: Trust Yourself Thursday: Stand Firm in Your Truth and Identity. Your Heart Always Knows The Way. 8:08

17d ago8:08

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Standing firm in your identity is essential because if you don't, life will hand you an identity you didn't ask for. In today's Suite Spot, Dr. Suite explores how the neuroscience of your brain's default mode network confirms that clarity creates confidence when we take a stand. KEY SUITE SPOTS: • Standing isn't just about physical posture but abou…

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When You Stand, You Win 3/7: Win it All Wednesday: Become Dangerous to Doubts by Staying in Your Stand Today! 10:31

20d ago10:31

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Standing tall when life tries to cut you down represents the true essence of winning. You become a FORCE when you are ina STAND.n In this powerful WIN IT ALL WEDNESDAY episode of the Suite Spot, Dr. Derek Suite explores how maintaining your stand in tough times isn't just about survival—it's where your true power resides. KEY SUITE SPOTS • Standing…

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When You Stand, You Win 1/7: Making Moves Monday: Before You Make Your Move, Choose Your Stand! 8:01

20d ago8:01

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BEFORE YOU MAKE YOUR MOVE TODAY, GET IN YOUR STAND!! Standing isn't just physical posture but a mental and emotional commitment to your values even when life gets challenging. Dr. Derek Suite explores how "standing on business" can transform your approach to obstacles, helping you move, lead, and win differently with unwavering resolve. KEY SUITE S…

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When You Stand, You Win 2/2: Take Action Tuesday: Stand Up for Your Truth, Even If You Must Stand Alone 8:59

20d ago8:59

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Standing up for what you believe in transforms both your situation and yourself, activating your brain's executive function while quieting fear responses. When you choose to stand—whether through focus, faith, or holding your ground—you demonstrate courage and clarity that changes not just your circumstances but who you become as a person. KEY SUIT…

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Contagious Courage 7/7: Sometimes the Fastest Way to Get There is to Slow Down 7:28

21d ago7:28

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Stardust and stillness—two forces that might seem unrelated but form the foundation of our courage. The atoms in your body, from the iron in your blood to the calcium in your bones, were forged in ancient stars that exploded billions of years ago. Before you ever faced fear or anxiety, you were created from remnants of things that died already shin…

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Mobile Suit Gundam Encounters in Space with George (Shortbox Summary) 52:45

22d ago52:45

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This week on Play Comics, we’re taking you on a high-speed tour through Mobile Suit Gundam: Encounters in Space, a PS2 classic that’s equal parts thrilling dogfight simulator and love letter to Universal Century lore. From piloting iconic mobile suits to reenacting pivotal battles from the One Year War, this game has everything a Gundam fan could a…

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Contagious Courage 6/7: Self-Care Saturday: Rest as Resistance 7:00

22d ago7:00

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Self-care is sometimes the most radical act of self-preservation! In today's Suite Spot, Dr. Suite explores the courage it takes to put ourselves first! KEY SUITE SPOTS • Most people don't rest because they're tired – they rest because they've crashed • Taking care of your soul in a hustle-focused world is an act of resistance and rebellion • Scien…

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Contagious Courage 4/7: Trust Yourself Thursday: You Were Built for This Moment 11:25

24d ago11:25

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In today's exciting Trust Yourself Thursday Suite Spot, Dr. Suite explores "Contagious Courage" and how fear spreads like a virus, while faith, action, and trust can be equally contagious. Your trust yourself mindset? Greater is what's within you than whatever you face in the world. KEY SUITE SPOTS: • Doubt and fear work together to create mistrust…

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Contagious Courage 3/7: Win it All Wednesday: Fear Doesn't Decide the Outcome You Do 7:34

25d ago7:34

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Fear takes more people out of the race than failure ever could, but you don't need to be fearless to become a champion or elite performer. The key is staying in the game despite your fears and developing a winning mindset that transforms fear into fuel for higher performance. KEY SUITE SPOTS • Fear of inadequacy, mistakes, and rejection are common …

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Contagious Courage 2/7: Take Action Tuesday: Face Every Fear Head On! 7:14

26d ago7:14

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The most dangerous myth about courage is that some people are born with it while others aren't. The truth? Courage is a muscle that grows stronger only through consistent exercise. Each brave action, no matter how small, trains your nervous system to recognize that you can handle challenges. Your body begins to believe in your bravery. Ancient wisd…

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Take Action Tuesday 2/7: Strike Now, Don't Wait for the Perfect Moment 2:16

27d ago2:16

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Taking action is the antidote to feeling stuck and the key to creating positive change in your life. In today's TAKE ACTION TUESDAY episode, Dr. Derek Suite builds on yesterday's "Making Moves Monday" concept by challenging listeners to move beyond first steps into deliberate action that creates real transformation. KEY SUITE SPOTS • Nothing happen…

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"Silent Warnings: Recognizing the Signs of Domestic Abuse" 5:50

27d ago5:50

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Domestic Violence is real and often hidden in plain sight. In this special podcast, Dr. Derek Suite sheds light on the warning signs of abusive relationships, offering insight and guidance for those who may feel trapped or unsure. Learn how to recognize the subtle and overt indicators of domestic violence and take the first steps toward getting hel…

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Contagious Courage 1/7: Making Moves Monday 7:28

27d ago7:28

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Courage fundamentally transforms our lives, not by eliminating fear, but by teaching us to act despite it. Let that sink in! Drawing from ancient wisdom and cutting-edge neuroscience, Dr. Derek Suite explores how "contagious courage" works in our brains and communities. When fear grips us, our amygdala—the brain's threat detection center—goes into …

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Contagious Courage 5/7: Finish Strong Friday: Brave is How We Finish 7:52

27d ago7:52

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Contagious courage is about how we finish, not just how we start. Brave is how we finish - showing up even when exhausted, uncertain, or afraid builds momentum that spreads to others around us. KEY SUITE SPOTS • Courage has a ripple effect that permits others to be bold • The way you carry yourself in pressure moments tells the world who you are • …

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GI Joe A Real American Hero with SerpyMatt 42:09

29d ago42:09

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Yo Joe! Or should we say “Yo NES!” because this week on Play Comics, we’re tackling G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero—the video game adaptation of everyone’s favorite cartoon about freedom-loving heroes battling against Cobra’s endless supply of bad ideas. With explosive levels and a cast of characters straight out of your childhood toy box, this game…

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Finish Strong Friday 5/7: Because That's What You Do 4:21

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What truly separates top performers from everyone else? It's not how they start—it's their unwavering commitment to finishing strong. Drawing from years of experience as a board-certified psychiatrist specializing in high performance and sports psychiatry, Dr. Derek Suite delivers powerful insights that will transform how you approach your goals. T…

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Trust Yourself Thursday 4/7: Silencing Doubt with the Van Gogh Method 6:38

1M ago6:38

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Do you ever wonder why some people seem to move through life with unwavering confidence while others constantly second-guess themselves? The difference often comes down to a single powerful element: Self-trust. Today on Trust Yourself Thursday, Dr. Derek Suite dives deep into what might be the most important relationship you'll ever cultivate—the o…

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Win it All Wednesday 3/7: You Were Born to Win 5:58

1M ago5:58

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You were born to win, but achieving victory requires planning, preparation, and expectation. Actual winning isn't defined by external measures like trophies or wealth but by internal qualities like integrity, perseverance, and self-belief. In today's WIN IT ALL WEDNESDAY Suite Spot, Dr. Suite unlocks the secrets to a winning mindset using fresh ins…

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Slow Down Sunday 7/7: Take a Cosmic Pause 7:52

1M ago7:52

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Have you ever noticed how the universe never seems to rush? Galaxies form, stars burn, and planets orbit in their cosmic dance over billions of years—and somehow, everything gets done without the frantic energy we bring to our daily lives. This special Slow Down Sunday episode explores what cosmic wisdom can teach us about the power of deceleration…

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Self-Care Saturday 6/7: The 3 People You Must Take Care of Today 7:24

1M ago7:24

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On this Self Care Saturday episode of the Suite Spot with Dr. Derek Suite explores the crucial importance of self-care in our busy lives and why taking care of "me, myself, and I" is essential for overall well-being and effectiveness. KEY SUITE SPOTS: • Self-care is not selfish but essential to being effective in all areas of life • Think of yourse…

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Making Moves Monday 1/7: Nothing Happens Until You Move 5:43

1M ago5:43

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What's the move you need to make today? Making Moves Monday focuses on the power of movement and taking action to create change in our lives. In today's episode, Dr. Derek Suite explains that nothing changes until something moves and challenges us to make a move today, no matter how small. TODAY's SUITE SPOTS • Einstein's principle that nothing hap…

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Snoopy Tennis with Bill Pepper (It's a Podcast, Charlie Brown, Atari Bytes) 34:39

1M ago34:39

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Welcome to another episode of Play Comics, where we volley between the pixelated world of video games and the ink-stained pages of comic strips! This week, we’re serving up a nostalgic slice of handheld gaming with Snoopy Tennis for the Game Boy Color—a game that lets you smash tennis balls as Snoopy, Charlie Brown, and the gang while channeling th…

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Pattern Interrupt: Breaking the Stress Cycle 7/7 7:22

1M ago7:22

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Take a deep breath and look up! The universe never rushes—so why do you? After a week of exploring stress cycles and resilience tools on the Suite Spot, Dr. Derek Suite takes us on a cosmic detour to gain perspective on what truly matters. Did you know that the light touching your eyes from distant galaxies began its journey before humans walked th…

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Pattern Interrupt: Breaking the Stress Cycle 6/7 6:51

1M ago6:51

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Today on Self-Çare Saturday in the Suite Spot, Dr. Derek Suite will explore the power of affirmations as a neurologically based self-care practice to build resilience against stress. These seven carefully crafted affirmations help rewire neural pathways, transforming how your brain processes stress responses and creating lasting resilience. SUITE S…

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Pattern Interrupt: Break the Stress Cycle 5/7 6:37

1M ago6:37

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Ever wonder why you seem to run out of steam on Fridays? Our brain's striatum becomes depleted of dopamine by Friday, making that final push feel disproportionately hard no matter how motivated we were on Monday. And then there's "goal proximity fatigue" – our paradoxical tendency to ease up when we see the finish line. Dr. Suite breaks it all down…

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Pattern Interrupt: Breaking the Stress Cycle 4/7 8:55

1M ago8:55

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WHAT'S THE REAL SECRET TO STAYING CALM UNDER PRESSURE? Building internal stability allows us to remain centered regardless of external circumstances, says leading sports psychiatrist Dr. Derek Suite. Elite athletes and performers master this skill by developing neural pathways that help them stay calm under pressure. You can too!!! KEY TRUST YOURSE…

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Pattern Interrupt Breaking the Stress Cycle 3/7 7:40

1M ago7:40

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The difference between good and great performers isn't talent or skill but how they use stress as fuel rather than letting it become a barrier. Champions develop a different response to pressure, training their brains to heighten awareness instead of experiencing restricted vision. WIN IT ALL WEDNESDAY SUITE SPOTS: • Under pressure, most people exp…

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Pattern Interrput: Breaking the Stress Cycle 2/7 6:33

1M ago6:33

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Let’s be honest—stress doesn’t knock politely. It barges in through tension, anxiety, and those “I can’t believe they sent that” emails. 😤💻 In this episode of The Suite Spot, Dr. Derek Suite builds on Making Moves Monday and teaches how to take charge of our reactions before stress takes charge of us. KEY SUITE SPOTS: We explore: 🧠 How one deep bre…

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