The Declaration of Independence state: “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness." But what exactly does happiness mean? And what does it mean to pursue it? Check out this article to dive deeper into happiness. This Volume 2 Issue 14 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on July 4, 2019. Retrieve...
May 13, 2020•12 min•Season 2Ep. 14
When we allow comparison, apathy, and blind ambition to hold us back and play life small, we are self-electing to refrain from pursuing excellence. The only person responsible for our growth and development is the person in the mirror—that is the only person we can rely on to enact the excellence principles and practices necessary to be better today than we were yesterday. Check out this article to explore three practices for pursing excellence. This Volume 2 Issue 13 positivity article original...
May 13, 2020•13 min•Season 2Ep. 13
It can be frustrating when things don’t go as planned but focusing on what matters most will empower you to navigate new pathways to positive outcomes. Check out this article for three strategies for experiencing more joy in everyday life. This Volume 2 Issue 12 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on April 17, 2019. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/3-ways-to-experience-more-joy ABOUT US Hashtag Positivity is a social entrepreneurship that...
May 13, 2020•11 min•Season 2Ep. 12
The most valuable gift you can give others is the gift of your time and genuine presence. People are always worth that sincere investment, because life is all done with people. Check out this article for accessible and actionable practices for being a proactive source of encouragement in the lives of those around us. This Volume 2 Issue 11 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on March, 26 2019. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/9-ways-to-au...
May 13, 2020•16 min•Season 2Ep. 11
Without the empowerment of direction life can become frustrating. Even when we may be fully engaged, not knowing what we want to do and not knowing where we want to go will lead to merely going through life rather than growing through life. Next year we may be a year older, but will we be a year wiser too? Check out this article for some ideas for seeking and providing empowerment. This Volume 2 Issue 10 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on March, 7 2019. R...
May 13, 2020•5 min•Season 2Ep. 10
If our goal is to influence others by inspiring them into motivated action, then it is our responsibility to build a bridge that connects where they are and lead them across to where we want to take them. This bridge is created by building an engaging rapport that demonstrates care, relatability, understanding, and acceptance. Check out this article to dive deeper. This Volume 2 Issue 9 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on February 28, 2019. Retrieved from ...
May 13, 2020•11 min•Season 2Ep. 9
We already have influence, but the question is what kind of impact are we making with it? By being more intentional about our words, actions, and interactions with others we will be empowered to facilitate positive experiences for ourselves and for those round us, opening us up to a world of amazing possibilities. Check out this article to dive deeper. This Volume 2 Issue 8 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on February 21, 2019. Retrieved from https://www.h...
May 13, 2020•12 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Three simple words with profound significance: “I” and “Love” and “You.” Whether directed towards oneself, a partner, family member, friend, business partner, or any other version of “love," these three words circle together to form the bond that will carry the relationship through all of life’s seasons. Check out this article for an outline of the five promises held within authentic love. This Volume 2 Issue 7 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on February ...
May 13, 2020•6 min•Season 2Ep. 7
With so many definitions for love, it’s no wonder there can be so much misunderstanding surrounding it. The next time you feel affection for someone, keep these definitions of love in mind so you can pinpoint exactly how you feel. This Volume 2 Issue 6 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on February 7, 2019. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/what-do-you-mean-when-you-say-i-love-you ABOUT US Hashtag Positivity is a social entrepreneurship t...
May 13, 2020•6 min•Season 2Ep. 6
The poet Walt Whitman once said that “we convince by our presence,” and this suggests two important points worth considering: 1) What does it mean to be present? 2) What does our presence imply? Check out this article to diver into these questions. This Volume 2 Issue 5 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on February 1, 2019. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/how-to-be-present-no-matter-where-you-go ABOUT US Hashtag Positivity is a social ...
Apr 21, 2020•9 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Having a sense of purpose not only provides meaning and significance to our lives, it also comes with a myriad of physical and mental health benefits. Plus, there’s a good chance that we’ll be able to help others along the way, which can either be a happy happenstance or an intentional initiative. Finding your authentic life purpose is a discerning move, and by taking the time to be mindful and reflect on your positive impact on the world around you, you’ll be well-poised to enjoy the benefits. ...
Apr 21, 2020•9 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Whether you’re frustrated or whether you’re fascinated, the choices you make today are preparing you for the future that you expect tomorrow. The question becomes, what future are you preparing for? This Volume 2 Issue 3 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on January 17, 2019. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/choosing-fascination-over-frustration ABOUT US Hashtag Positivity is a social entrepreneurship that provides training, coaching, an...
Apr 21, 2020•5 min•Season 2Ep. 3
By choosing to accept the intentional growth practice of developing and fostering a wider perspective, rather than being crippled by fear and misunderstanding, we’ll transform our relationships by gaining more self-awareness, empowered with greater clarity, empathy, and compassion when dealing with others. This Volume 2 Issue 2 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on January 10, 2019. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/how-fear-motivates-beh...
Apr 20, 2020•6 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Humans are biologically wired to be motivated by fear, specifically the fear of losing the ability to pass on our genes, expressed through either liking and seeking that which promotes genetic fitness, or by disliking and avoiding that which reduces genetic fitness. Yet when we allow fears to override potential rewards we become discouraged from committing to and following through with our resolutions. Check out this article for five ideas to help you enhance your perseverance. This Volume 2 Iss...
Apr 20, 2020•12 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Positivity matters because we matter. Each and every one of us is uniquely poised to make the world around us better simply because we are here. To help facilitate these positive experiences a good place to start is by making better choices at work, in our relationships, and for our health. This Volume 1 Issue 12 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on December 17, 2018. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/why-positivity-matters ABOUT US Hash...
Apr 20, 2020•11 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Whether you’re a magician or an author, a CEO or a general manager, an entrepreneur or anything else, it’s important to remember that if something is possible then there will always be empowered people to bring it to life. You may not be the first, you may not be the best, and it may not even be the best use of your skills, interests, and time, but you’ll never know until you stop ignoring it and start exploring it. Check out this article for three valuable questions to ask yourself before jumpi...
Apr 19, 2020•9 min•Season 1Ep. 11
No one and no thing can make you enjoy your life, and no one and no thing can make you excel in life. Enjoyment and excellence are personal choices. You choose to enjoy life when you choose to be fascinated rather than frustrated—when instead of giving up you choose to build yourself up. And you choose to excel in life when you take what you know and you take what you’ve been given and you do something amazing with it. Listen in for some valuable tips for experiencing a higher level of happiness...
Apr 19, 2020•11 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Approximately seven out of eight of the workers today have actively “checked out” and are more interested in doing just enough to get by than contributing in a positive way to their companies, communities, and beyond. The good news is that if this describes you or your team for too many days, weeks, or months in a row (or years in a row!) then you’re not alone. In this article we explore three practices for staying engaged in all that you do. This Volume 1 Issue 9 positivity article originally a...
Apr 19, 2020•8 min•Season 1Ep. 9
It’s been said that the greatest responsibility of a leader is to empower their followers. But what does it mean to empower others? Here are three valuable ideas for becoming a better leader through empowerment. This Volume 1 Issue 8 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on August 8, 2018. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/3-empowerment-practices-to-increase-confidence ABOUT US Hashtag Positivity is a social entrepreneurship that provides tr...
Apr 19, 2020•8 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Many are inspired, yet few are motivated. What first steps have you taken to move forward with what makes your heart sing? Check out this article for two idea for staying encouraged. This Volume 1 Issue 7 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on July 12, 2018. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/2-strategies-to-help-you-stay-encouraged ABOUT US Hashtag Positivity is a social entrepreneurship that provides training, coaching, and resources to h...
Apr 19, 2020•10 min•Season 1Ep. 7
As we grow through life our thoughts about our legacy will often change, continually refining and becoming ever clearer as we move forward. Whatever you decide, as you continue to move forward I encourage you to keep this question in mind: “What will it take for you to ensure that your legacy comes to pass?” This Volume 1 Issue 6 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on June 14, 2018. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/a-lesson-from-grief ABO...
Apr 18, 2020•7 min•Season 1Ep. 6
The challenge of any team, organization, family, or community, is learning how to make meaningful connections so we can work with one another positively and effectively. Here are three simple strategies for making these valuable connections. This Volume 1 Issue 5 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on May 10, 2018. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/3-steps-for-making-meaningful-connections ABOUT US Hashtag Positivity is a social entreprene...
Apr 18, 2020•8 min•Season 1Ep. 5
We will never truly know how things will work out, but by analyzing all the possible outcomes there’s a good chance that we can still plan ahead for most of them so that, come what may, we’ll know how to steer the circumstances in our favor to achieve positive results. This Volume 1 Issue 4 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on April 12, 2018. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/how-to-overcome-adversity-with-aplomb ABOUT US Hashtag Positiv...
Apr 18, 2020•7 min•Season 1Ep. 4
If we know and understand what causes a lack of clarity, and then we work to eliminate those causes, then we won’t have to seek clarity; rather, it will come and find us all on it's own! This Volume 1 Issue 3 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on March 8, 2018. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/how-to-turn-ideas-into-reality ABOUT US Hashtag Positivity is a social entrepreneurship that provides training, coaching, and resources to help yo...
Apr 18, 2020•5 min•Season 1Ep. 3
It's not always easy to stay positive, especially when the unexpected happens, but by remembering that this is a daily practice rather than a one-and-done solution you can keep your expectations in perspective as you strive to focus on the things to be glad about. This Volume 1 Issue 2 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on February 8, 2018. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/the-glad-game ABOUT US Hashtag Positivity is a social entrepreneu...
Apr 18, 2020•3 min•Season 1Ep. 2
It's not always easy to stay positive, especially when the unexpected happens, but remembering that this is a daily practice can help to keep your expectations in perspective as you strive to focus on the things to be glad about. NOTE: This article uses a word search. Access the article online to engage in this activity. This Volume 1 Issue 1 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on January 11, 2018. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/what-ar...
Apr 18, 2020•3 min•Season 1Ep. 1
When you’re not comfortable being comfortable anymore, leaving that comfort requires giving up what no longer serves you. Are you ready to put in that grand effort? This article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on February 9, 2017. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/what-does-it-take-to-become-grand ABOUT US Hashtag Positivity is a social entrepreneurship that provides training, coaching, and resources to help you and the people you influence experience gr...
Apr 18, 2020•3 min
