It's can be easy to get distracted by the demands of every day life and forget where you are, where you came from, and where you're headed—especially when you don't take the time to create meaningful and memorable connections with your past, present, and potential future. Check out this episode of On a Positive Note to hear an inspiring story of how one man connected with his past to help lead him home after three decades.

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Hashtag Positivity helps emerging and established leaders experience in their work, life, and community. To see what Hashtag Positivity can do for you, connect with Jonas today to discuss your challenges, goals, and obstacles: www.hashtagpositivity.com/connect

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TIMESTAMPS

00:15 Joke about an actor who isn’t Happy

01:22 Insight about

02:02 Positive news story about

05:22 Insight about

06:04 Reflection question

06:21 Wrap up

LINKS & REFERENCES

• Associated Press. (2022, January 5). "Child trafficking victim finds family after decades with help of a map." New York Post. https://nypost.com/2022/01/05/map-helps-child-trafficking-victim-find-family-after-decades/
• Transcript of this episode: https://www.onapositivenote.com/episodes/etched-in-the-heart

HOST

Jonas Cain is a Learning Experience Designer and Facilitator of Fascination for Hashtag Positivity, an educational company that helps emerging leaders and their influencers initiate and manage positive change for personal and professional growth.

MUSIC

“Safety Net” by Riot

“Lightning Bugs” by Geographer

"Hero's Ascent" by Chris Haugen

“A Quiet Thought” by Wayne Jones

TAGS

Positivity, Inspiration, Emotional Intelligence, Psychological Capital, Self-Awareness, Self-Regulation, Motivation, Empathy, SocialSkills, Hope, Efficacy, Resilience, Optimism, On a Positive Note, Positive News Stories, Some Good News

Olympic medals don't always go to the best athletes in the word, but sometimes they do go to Olympians with hearts of gold—even when it's a long shot. Check out this episode of On a Positive Note to hear the story of a silver medal winner with a heart if gold.

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Hashtag Positivity helps emerging and established leaders experience in their work, life, and community. To see what Hashtag Positivity can do for you, connect with Jonas today to discuss your challenges, goals, and obstacles: www.hashtagpositivity.com/connect

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TIMESTAMPS

00:15 Joke about a javelin thrower

00:35 Insight about a javelin thrower

01:20 Positive news story about a javelin thrower

02:41 Insight about a javelin thrower

04:57 Reflection questions

05:13 Wrap up

LINKS & REFERENCES

• Andrejczyk, M.M. (n.d.). “Maria Magdalena Andrejczyk.” Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/mm.andrejczyk
• Siemaszko, C. (2021, August 18). “Polish Olympian auctions medal to pay for toddler's heart operation.” NBC News. https://www.nbcnews.com/news/olympics/polish-olympian-auctions-medal-pay-toddler-s-heart-operation-n1277086
• Access the transcript for this episode here: https://www.onapositivenote.com/episodes/heart-of-gold

HOST

Jonas Cain is a Learning Experience Designer and Facilitator of Fascination for Hashtag Positivity, an educational company that helps emerging leaders and their influencers initiate and manage positive change for personal and professional growth.

MUSIC

“Safety Net” by Riot

“Lightning Bugs” by Geographer

"Hero's Ascent" by Chris Haugen

“A Quiet Thought” by Wayne Jones

TAGS

Positivity, Inspiration, Emotional Intelligence, Psychological Capital, Self-Awareness, Self-Regulation, Motivation, Empathy, SocialSkills, Hope, Efficacy, Resilience, Optimism, On a Positive Note, Positive News Stories, Some Good News, Olympics

This episode shares a valuable reminder of the importance of sharing kindness and generosity towards the individuals, families, and businesses in our communities. We’re all in this together as a community, and together as a community, we can come out on the other side of challenges stronger than before, so long as we stick together. Check out this episode of On a Positive Note to learn more.

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TIMESTAMPS
00:16 Joke about noodles and social support
00:35 Insight about social support
01:35 Positive news story about noodles and social support
02:55 Insight about social support
03:27 Reflection questions
03:39 Wrap up

LINKS & REFERENCES
Hongo, A. (2020, May 28). “10 positive news Stories from Japan most of us missed during the coronavirus outbreak.” Retrieved from https://www.tokyoweekender.com/2020/05/positive-news-japan-during-covid19/

https://twitter.com/orisho_yonezawa

HOST
Jonas Cain is a Learning Experience Designer and Facilitator of Fascination for Hashtag Positivity, an educational company that helps emerging leaders and their influencers initiate and manage positive change for personal and professional growth.

MUSIC
“Safety Net” by Riot
“Lightning Bugs” by Geographer
“A Quiet Thought” by Wayne Jones

TAGS
Positivity, Inspiration, Emotional Intelligence, Psychological Capital, Self-Awareness, Self-Regulation, Motivation, Empathy, SocialSkills, Hope, Efficacy, Resilience, Optimism, On a Positive Note, Positive News Stories, Some Good News

We often find ourselves in “long shot” situations, yet the story you’ll discover in this episode encouraging reminder of what’s possible when you start with who you are, honor your uniqueness, and stick your neck out to grow beyond what you thought was possible and beyond your reach—like a fish learning to climb a tree or a giraffe learning to ride in a raft—stretching your comfort zone and moving instead into your growth zone. Check out this episode of On a Positive Note to learn more!

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TIMESTAMPS

00:15 Joke about a giraffe in a horse race

00:33 Insight about long shots

01:26 Positive news story about a community that rallied together to save a herd of giraffes

03:22 Insight about sticking our neck out to help others, even when it means stretching our comfort zone

04:30 Reflection

04:46 Wrap up

LINKS & REFERENCES

• Corbley, A. (2020, December 7). “After intense flooding, giraffes are being brought to safety in custom rafts built by community.” Retrieved by https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/giraffes-rescued-from-flooding-island-by-boat/
• https://savegiraffesnow.org/

HOST

Jonas Cain is a Human Performance Consultant, Positivity Coach, Learning Experience Designer, and Facilitator of Fascination. Through his company, Hashtag Positivity, he helps emerging leaders and their influencers initiate and manage positive change for individual, team, and organizational growth.

MUSIC

“Safety Net” by Riot

“Lightning Bugs” by Geographer

“A Quiet Thought” by Wayne Jones

Read the Transcript

https://www.onapositivenote.com/episodes/stick-your-neck-out

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Positivity, Inspiration, Emotional Intelligence, Psychological Capital, Self-Awareness, Self-Regulation, Motivation, Empathy, SocialSkills, Hope, Efficacy, Resilience, Optimism, On a Positive Note, Positive News Stories, Some Good News

When we experience pain it can be easy to try and avoid the suffering that comes with it, but as the author Andrew Buerger reminds us, we have a valuable opportunity to use that pain to fuel our passion and make the world a better place as a result. Check out this episode of On a Positive Note to learn more about making every day a positive day through purpose and passion.

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TIMESTAMPS

00:15 Introduction to Andrew Buerger

01:04 Joke about mountain climbing

01:57 Insight about mountain climbing

03:24 The dangers of avoiding pain

05:11 How to turn pain into passion

06:36 Positive stories of turning pain into passion

07:10 A quote from Mark Twain

07:20 The secret to wellness

07:49 Alleviating suffering through Jodi’s Climb for Hope

08:42 The secret to nutrition discovered in Iceland that turned into B’more Organic

09:50 How to make every day a positive day

10:24 A story about not letting pain hold you back

12:40 Where to find Andrew’s book

13:24 The power of having a purpose to wake up every day

14:49 A quote from Viktor Frankl

14:07 Wrap up

LINKS & REFERENCES

• Buerger, A. (2020). Carrying a flag from pain to passion. Outskirts Press. Order from Bookshop: https://bookshop.org/books/carrying-a-flag-from-pain-to-passion/9781977233875 Order from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Carrying-Flag-Passion-Andrew-Buerger/dp/1977233872/
• Join a expedition with Jodi's Climb For Hope: https://www.climbforhope.org/
• Learn more about Andrew’s company B’more Organic: https://www.bizjournals.com/baltimore/news/2019/09/28/fast-growing-bmore-organic-closes-its-doors.html
• Andrew mentions the work of Simon Sinek. Visit https://simonsinek.com/ to learn more.
• View this episode on the official website: https://www.onapositivenote.com/episodes/from-pain-to-passion

HOST

Jonas Cain is a Learning Experience Designer and Facilitator of Fascination for Hashtag Positivity, an educational company that helps emerging leaders and their influencers initiate and manage positive change for personal and professional growth.

MUSIC

“Safety Net” by Riot

“Lightning Bugs” by Geographer

“A Quiet Thought” by Wayne Jones

TAGS

Positivity, Inspiration, Emotional Intelligence, Psychological Capital, Self-Awareness, Self-Regulation, Motivation, Empathy, SocialSkills, Hope, Efficacy, Resilience, Optimism, On a Positive Note, Positive News Stories, Some Good News

It can be easy to take everyday life for granted—perhaps even treating the best of friends as mere furniture in our lives. Yet, when we’re mindful, we become empowered to recognize that even ordinary moments, like sharing a hotdog with a friend, can become an extraordinary moment if only we take the time to relish it. Check out this episode of On a Positive Note to learn more and hear the inspiring story of one person who went above and beyond to relish a friendship.

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Become an official member of Hashtag Positivity and gain access to valuable resources for your growth and development, including the exclusive members only Hashtag Positivity Podcast! Join now at learn.hashtagpositivity.com/join

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TIMESTAMPS

00:16 Joke about two friend eating hotdogs

00:45 Insight about relishing the moments

01:52 Positive news story about a hotdog vendor who relished his customer

03:10 Insight about relishing friendships

03:46 Reflection question

03:59 Wrap up

LINKS & REFERENCES

Sunny Skyz. (2020, December 24). “Hot dog vendor donates kidney to save customer's life, offers free hot dogs for life to donors.” Retrieved from https://www.sunnyskyz.com/good-news/4089/Hot-Dog-Vendor-Donates-Kidney-To-Save-Customer-039-s-Life-Offers-Free-Hot-Dogs-For-Life-To-Donors

https://ca.gofundme.com/f/skully-of-lullys-gave-my-husband-a-kidney%22

HOST

Jonas Cain is a Learning Experience Designer and Facilitator of Fascination for Hashtag Positivity, an educational company that helps emerging leaders and their influencers initiate and manage positive change for personal and professional growth.

MUSIC

“Safety Net” by Riot

“Lightning Bugs” by Geographer

“A Quiet Thought” by Wayne Jones

TAGS

Positivity, Inspiration, Emotional Intelligence, Psychological Capital, Self-Awareness, Self-Regulation, Motivation, Empathy, SocialSkills, Hope, Efficacy, Resilience, Optimism, On a Positive Note, Positive News Stories, Some Good News

The years can often be unkind, as loved one pass away and we are left to carry on without them; even still, we are presented with opportunities to meet new people, reminding us that we are not alone in this world, and that if we allow it, we can see that the best truly is yet to come. Check out this episode of On a Positive Note to learn more.

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Become an official member of Hashtag Positivity and gain access to valuable resources for your growth and development, including the exclusive members only Hashtag Positivity Podcast! Join now at learn.hashtagpositivity.com/join

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TIMESTAMPS

00:15 Joke about growing older

00:37 Insight about growing older

01:27 Positive news story about an elderly woman who made thousands of new friends

03:01 Insight about meeting new friends

03:30 Reflection question

03:44 Wrap up

LINKS & REFERENCES

• Good News Network. (2020, December 24). “Lonely grandma receives over 1,000 Christmas cards from around the world restoring her faith in human nature.” Retrieved from https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/nancy-letham-receives-1000-christmas-cards-from-around-the-world/
• Image provided by South West News Service, https://swns.com/
• First released on 12-25-2020. Access the transcript here: https://www.onapositivenote.com/episodes/meet-new-friends

HOST

Jonas Cain is a Learning Experience Designer and Facilitator of Fascination for Hashtag Positivity, an educational company that helps emerging leaders and their influencers initiate and manage positive change for personal and professional growth.

MUSIC

“Safety Net” by Riot

“Lightning Bugs” by Geographer

“A Quiet Thought” by Wayne Jones

TAGS

Positivity, Inspiration, Emotional Intelligence, Psychological Capital, Self-Awareness, Self-Regulation, Motivation, Empathy, SocialSkills, Hope, Efficacy, Resilience, Optimism, On a Positive Note, Positive News Stories, Some Good News

What happens to one of us affects all of us, and when the necessities of life become luxuries that not all of us can afford, it is then that we must rise up and stand together, to get by with a little help from our community. Check out this episode of On a Positive Note to learn more.

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Become an official member of Hashtag Positivity and gain access to valuable resources for your growth and development, including the exclusive members only Hashtag Positivity Podcast! Join now at learn.hashtagpositivity.com/join

CONNECT WITH THE SHOW

Email: jonas@hashtagpositivty.com

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TIMESTAMPS

00:15 Joke about charity

01:06 Insight about charity

02:00 Positive news story about charity

03:04 Insight about charity

03:40 Reflection questions

03:54 Wrap up

LINKS & REFERENCES

CBS 46. (2020, July 10). “Small town tries to spread kindness in a big way.” Retrieved from https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/good-news/small-town-tryies-to-spread-kindness-in-a-big-way/ar-BB16ygFe

First released on 12-22-2020 https://www.onapositivenote.com/episodes/shared-blessings

HOST

Jonas Cain is a Learning Experience Designer and Facilitator of Fascination for Hashtag Positivity, an educational company that helps emerging leaders and their influencers initiate and manage positive change for personal and professional growth.

MUSIC

“Safety Net” by Riot

“Lightning Bugs” by Geographer

“A Quiet Thought” by Wayne Jones

TAGS

Positivity, Inspiration, Emotional Intelligence, Psychological Capital, Self-Awareness, Self-Regulation, Motivation, Empathy, SocialSkills, Hope, Efficacy, Resilience, Optimism, On a Positive Note, Positive News Stories, Some Good News, charity, blessings box, love thy neighbor