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Public opinion can create conflict for hairstyles, music styles, and literary styles—but Rick Nelson and the Inuits have a possible solution. This Volume 8 Issue 3 positivity essay originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on May 4, 2025. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/court-of-public-opinionABOUT THE HOSTJonas Cain, M.Ed. is a storyteller, magician, musician, and facilitator of fascination, helping people experience abiding joy through curiosity ad wonder. jonas@hashtagpositivity.com MUSIC & AUDIO CLIPSPlease Note: I do not own these audio clips. They are provided here for educational and illustrative purposes.“Why Don't You Do Right” performed by Jessica Rabbit (1988)Opening Credits from The Hour Before the Dawn, directed by Frank Tuttle (1944) “Abuchean a Luis R. Conriquez por No Cantar Corridos” by LGAMusic_oficial (2025)“Concert goers in Mexico riot after singer drops pro-cartel ‘drug ballads' from setlist” by New York Post (2025)“Sherlock Holmes Opening Theme” by Hans Zimmer (2009)“BBC Sherlock Theme” by David Arnold and Michael Price (2010)“Drop the Mic w/ Helen Mirren” by The Late Show with James Corden (2018)“Song Duel” by bbk41 (2009) | NOTE: In an ironic twist, this example of a song duel ends in a physical fight. Go figure!“Garden Party” by Rick Nelson (1972)#positivity #mindset #influence #publicopinion

There were things I didn't know I didn't know, but if I had learned anything, I knew there were questions that were not even on my radar yet. Check out this episode to learn more, and hear the story of how I let go of certainty and embraced doubt after buying the rights to Hashtag Positivity. Enjoy! #positivity, #mindset, #purpose, #relationships, #doubt   This Volume 8 Issue 2 positivity essay originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on January 6, 2025. Retrieved from  ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain, M.Ed. is a storyteller, magician, musician, and facilitator of fascination, helping people experience abiding joy by remembering who they are. Connect with Jonas today to discuss your challenges, goals, and obstacles: jonas@hashtagpositivity.com WEBSITE www.hashtagpositivity.com   MUSIC “Dolphin-esque” by Doomed “Lightning Bugs” by Geographer

Who's the real villain here? The people who abandoned you at the first sign of vulnerability? Or the ones who recognize your worth and raise you up?  Check out this episode to learn more, and hear the fascinating story of a ship that sank twice. Enjoy! #positivity, #mindset, #purpose, #relationships, #trashortreasure #ussstewart  This Volume 8 Issue 1 positivity essay originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on January 1, 2025. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/trash-or-treasure  ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain, M.Ed. is a storyteller, magician, musician, and facilitator of fascination, helping people experience abiding joy by remembering who they are. Connect with Jonas today to discuss your challenges, goals, and obstacles: jonas@hashtagpositivity.com WEBSITE www.hashtagpositivity.com   MUSIC “Dolphin-esque” by Doomed “Lightning Bugs” by Geographer

When you show up as your authentic self, your mere presence alone can do the talking. Check out this episode to learn more, and hear the story of a jazz musician who stopped a civil war for a day just buy showing up with his trumpet.  Enjoy! #positivity, #mindset, #purpose, #relationships, #peace #authenticity #jazz #louisarmstrong  This Volume 7 Issue 12 positivity essay originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on December 31, 2024. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/give-peace-a-chance  ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain, M.Ed. is a storyteller, magician, musician, and facilitator of fascination. Through his company, Hashtag Positivity, he assists individuals, teams, and communities in “Being Well By Living Well” to experience abiding joy. Connect with Jonas today to discuss your challenges, goals, and obstacles: jonas@hashtagpositivity.com Connect with Jonas today to discuss your challenges, goals, and obstacles: jonas@hashtagpositivity.com WEBSITE www.hashtagpositivity.com   MUSIC “I've Got the World on a String” by Louis Armstrong (1960) “Satchmo Okuka Lokolé” by Le Grand Kallé et l'African Jazz (1982) “Hello, Dolly” by Louis Armstrong (1964) “Lightning Bugs” by Geographer

In the book Typewriting Behavior, August Dvorak discusses what he calls intelligent behavior, referring to the adoption of new technologies and techniques in place of previous de facto traditions—a call for adapting to the ever-changing circumstances of our New World. Check out this episode to learn more, and hear a story about we can learn from keyboards, steamships, and the Pot Roast Principle. Enjoy! #positivity, #mindset, #purpose, #relationships, #change, #typewriting, #steamships, #potroast  This Volume 7 Issue 11 positivity essay originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on November 25, 2024. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/keyboards-steamships-the-pot-roast-principle  ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain, M.Ed. is a storyteller, magician, musician, and facilitator of fascination. Through his company, Hashtag Positivity, he assists individuals, teams, and communities in “Being Well By Living Well” to experience abiding joy. Connect with Jonas today to discuss your challenges, goals, and obstacles: jonas@hashtagpositivity.com Connect with Jonas today to discuss your challenges, goals, and obstacles: jonas@hashtagpositivity.com WEBSITE www.hashtagpositivity.com   MUSIC “Dolphin-esque” by Doomed “Song of Sadhana” by Jesse Gallagher “New World Symphony” by Antonín Dvořák (Performed by The Hallé Orchestra, conducted by Hamilton Harty, 1923) “New World Symphony” by Antonín Dvořák (Performed by Berliner Philharmoniker, conducted by Herbert von Karajan, 1966) “Lightning Bugs” by Geographer

It's been said that a happy life needs only three things: something to do, someone to love, and something to hope for. If lately your heart has felt empty, consider which one might be missing. Check out this episode to learn more, and hear a story about cats in prison and a busker in Covent Garden. Enjoy! #positivity, #happiness, #mindset, #purpose, #relationships, #cats This Volume 7 Issue 10 positivity essay originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on October 21, 2024. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/prison-but-with-cats ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain, M.Ed. is a storyteller, magician, musician, and facilitator of fascination, on a mission to help individuals, teams, and communities experience abiding joy. You can get started today by accepting your invitation to Grow with the Flow, a self-paced personal growth journey. Connect with Jonas today to discuss your challenges, goals, and obstacles: jonas@hashtagpositivity.com WEBSITE www.hashtagpositivity.com   MUSIC & AUDIO CLIPS “Dolphin-esque” by Doomed Beomchul, K. & Kyeongseok, J. (Directors). (2012) The pair [Film]. Independent film. “Song of Sadhana” by Jesse Gallagher “Lightning Bugs” by Geographer

A good game provides the joy of accomplishment, skill-building, and meaning; but these joys don't just have to be all fun and games—they can also provide encouragement that permeates every aspect of your life. Check out this brief story to explore how. Enjoy! #positivity #opportunity #mindset #purpose #relationships #pinball  This Volume 7 Issue 8 positivity essay originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on September 25, 2024. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/all-fun-games  ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain, M.Ed. is a storyteller, magician, musician, and facilitator of fascination, on a mission to help individuals, teams, and communities experience abiding joy. You can get started today by accepting your invitation to Grow with the Flow, a self-paced personal growth journey. Connect with Jonas today to discuss your challenges, goals, and obstacles: jonas@hashtagpositivity.com WEBSITE www.hashtagpositivity.com   MUSIC & AUDIO CLIPS Bragg, A. & Bragg, M. (Directors). (2022). Pinball: The man who saved the game. [Film]. MPI Original Films “Dolphin-esque” by Doomed “Song of Sadhana” by Jesse Gallagher “Lightning Bugs” by Geographer

We can wait our whole lives for someday opportunities, or we can make our opportunities for ourselves. Check out this brief story to explore what it means to pursue authentic experiences rather than removable things. Enjoy! #positivity #opportunity #purpose  This Volume 7 Issue 7 positivity essay originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on July 2, 2024. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/experiencing-colors-that-are-real ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain, M.Ed. is a storyteller, magician, musician, and facilitator of fascination, on a mission to help individuals, teams, and communities experience abiding joy. You can get started today by accepting your invitation to Grow with the Flow, a self-paced personal growth journey. Connect with Jonas today to discuss your challenges, goals, and obstacles: jonas@hashtagpositivity.com WEBSITE www.hashtagpositivity.com   MUSIC “A Quiet Thought” by Wayne Jones “Ironic” by Alanis Morissette. “Dolphin-esque” by Doomed “Tiptoe Through the Tulips” by Tiny Tim “Spinning Wheel” by Blood, Sweat & Tears “Gone” by Jack Johnson.  “Lightning Bugs” by Geographer

Regardless of what we achieve and regardless of what we gain, everything is temporary, in a constant state of vibrato—whether deep or shallow and whether fast or slow. And how we choose to experience this vibrato is completely up to us.  Check out this brief story to explore how we can live with enough lows and highs as we fly our way home.  This Volume 7 Issue 6 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on June 27, 2024. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/vibrato-of-gratitude ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain, M.Ed. is a storyteller, magician, musician, and facilitator of fascination, on a mission to help individuals, teams, and communities experience abiding joy. You can get started today by accepting your invitation to Grow with the Flow, a self-paced personal growth journey. Connect with Jonas today to discuss your challenges, goals, and obstacles: jonas@hashtagpositivity.com WEBSITE www.hashtagpositivity.com   MUSIC “Dolphin-esque” by Dodmode “The Star Spangled Banner” by the President's Own Marine Corps Band “Flying Home” by Lionel Hampton “To Live is to Fly” by Guy Clark “Lightning Bugs” by Geographer #positivity #gratitude #mindset

That's the thing about making people wrong: They don't like it! And instead of being grateful, they can become resentful—preventing positive and productive connections with the people around us, while also losing the opportunity for open communication and collaboration. Check out this brief story to learn a simple way to foster meaningful, positive, and productive connections with the important people in your life. This Volume 7 Issue 5 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on June 14, 2024. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/leading-with-yes  ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain, M.Ed. is a storyteller, magician, musician, and facilitator of fascination, on a mission to help individuals, teams, and communities experience abiding joy. You can get started today by accepting your invitation to Grow with the Flow, a self-paced personal growth journey. Connect with Jonas today to discuss your challenges, goals, and obstacles: jonas@hashtagpositivity.com WEBSITE www.hashtagpositivity.com   MUSIC “A Quiet Thought” by Wayne Jones “Dolphin-esque” by Dodmode “Lightning Bugs” by Geographer #positivity #connection #relationships #yes 

Motivation is ever-present. It's not that we lack motivation; rather, it's a matter of what we're motivated by. Are we motivated by what we stand to lose or by what we stand to gain? Check out this brief story to learn about making our joy greater than our fear. This Volume 7 Issue 4 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on June 3, 2024. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/fear-or-joy  ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain, M.Ed. is a storyteller, magician, musician, and facilitator of fascination, on a mission to help individuals, teams, and communities experience abiding joy. You can get started today by accepting your invitation to Grow with the Flow, a self-paced personal growth journey. Connect with Jonas today to discuss your challenges, goals, and obstacles: jonas@hashtagpositivity.com WEBSITE www.hashtagpositivity.com   MUSIC “A Quiet Thought” by Wayne Jones “Dolphin-esque” by Dodmode “Lightning Bugs” by Geographer #positivity #motivation #fear #joy 

Sometimes, objective reality is replaced by subjective reality, and embracing this complexity and nuance just might open the door to perspective, possibility, and peace. Check out this brief article to hear how ampersand can reframe conversations, enhance communication, and improve relationships. This Volume 7 Issue 2 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on February 17, 2024. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/a-simple-misunderstanding ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain, M.Ed. is a storyteller, magician, musician, and facilitator of fascination, helping individuals, teams, and communities Grow with the Flow to experience abiding joy. Connect with Jonas today to discuss your challenges, goals, and obstacles: jonas@hashtagpositivity.com WEBSITE www.hashtagpositivity.com   MUSIC “The Bonnie Earl O'Moray” (1978) by 5 Hand Reel "Tiny Dancer" (1971) by Elton John. “Dolphin-esque” by Dodmode “Lightning Bugs” by Geographer #positivity #communication #ampersand #earlofmoray #sylviawright #ladymondegreen #mondegreen  

We don't need to chase people who don't want us in their lives, for our hearts will be better served spending time with people who do want us around for this game of life.  Check out this brief article to hear a story about how our words and actions affect our relationships, for better or for worse. This Volume 7 Issue 2 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on February 4, 2024. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/how-to-lose-a-friend-in-10-words-or-less ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain, M.Ed. is a storyteller, magician, musician, and facilitator of fascination, helping individuals, teams, and communities Grow with the Flow to experience abiding joy. Connect with Jonas today to discuss your challenges, goals, and obstacles: jonas@hashtagpositivity.com WEBSITE www.hashtagpositivity.com   MUSIC “Dolphin-esque” by Dodmode “Lightning Bugs” by Geographer “The Arrow & the Song” By Longfellow & Cain #positivity #relationships #communication #henrywadsworthlongfellow #superbowl 

In every moment, we are in a constant current of change—and while we cannot control this current, what we can control is what happens within us. Check out this brief article to learn how our choice to face or ignore our shadow can impact our experience of happiness. This Volume 7 Issue 1 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on February 2, 2024. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/what-happens-when-you-see-your-shadow ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain, M.Ed. is a storyteller, magician, musician, and facilitator of fascination, helping individuals, teams, and communities Grow with the Flow to experience abiding joy. Connect with Jonas today to discuss your challenges, goals, and obstacles: jonas@hashtagpositivity.com WEBSITE www.hashtagpositivity.com   MUSIC "Hero's Ascent" by Chris Haugen “Dolphin-esque” by Dodmode “Song of Sadhana” by Jesse Gallagher “Lightning Bugs” by Geographer #positivity #change #happiness #shadowwork #groundhogday #billmurray #heraclitus

The world can sometimes feel dark and weary—shrouded by nuances of fear, jealousy, and rage. Yet, like the moonshine on a world shrouded in darkness, even the smallest of deeds done with love in our heart can become a beaconing light to guide our way.   In this episode, you'll hear a story about how following in the footsteps of loving kindness can shield us from the “winter's rage” of a seemingly dark and weary world. This Volume 6 Issue 14 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on December 26, 2023. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/good-deeds-in-a-weary-world   ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain, M.Ed. is a storyteller, magician, musician, and facilitator of fascination, assisting individuals, teams, and communities in Being Well by Living Well to experience abiding joy—at work, at home, and wherever life takes you. Connect with Jonas today to discuss your challenges, goals, and obstacles: jonas@hashtagpositivity.com WEBSITE www.hashtagpositivity.com   MUSIC & SOUND CLIPS NOTE: I do not own the copyright to these sound clips, and include them solely for educational and informational purposes. Edward, H. (Director). (1935). Scrooge [Film]. Twickenham Film Studios.  Andrew Lawrence-King - Topic. (2018, December 8). Tempus adest floridum [Video]. Youtube. https://youtu.be/gWatPfdLpH4?si=2yHDEs28ExYwlGlY “Dolphin-esque” by Dodmode “Song of Sadhana” by Jesse Gallagher Neale, J.M. “Good King Wenceslas.' Bing Crosby.  Crosby, B. (1956). Good King Wenceslas. [Song]. On A Christmas Sing with Bing around the World [Album]. Decca. “Lightning Bugs” by Geographer #positivity #mindset #purpose #relationships #kindess #goodkingwenceslas  

When we fail to see the beauty around us, perhaps it's not so much that we lack the capacity to recognize and understand beauty in our world—perhaps this beauty simply lacks the frame that provides a contextual boundary. We pass it by, because it doesn't appear relevant to us. Check out this brief article to hear fascinating stories on the importance of boundaries.  This Volume 6 Issue 13 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on December 10, 2023. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain, M.Ed. is a storyteller, magician, musician, and facilitator of fascination, assisting individuals, teams, and communities in Being Well by Living Well to experience abiding joy—at work, at home, and wherever life takes you. Connect with Jonas today to discuss your challenges, goals, and obstacles: jonas@hashtagpositivity.com WEBSITE www.hashtagpositivity.com   MUSIC & SOUND CLIPS NOTE: I do not own the copyright to these sound clips, and include them solely for educational and informational purposes. “Be So Good They Can't Ignore You” by Steve Martin “Joshua Bell's Stop and Hear the Music metro experiment” by The Washington Post “It's Not the Bean, It's the Bunk” from Christmas in July “For Free” by Joni Mitchell “Dolphin-esque” by Dodmode “Song of Sadhana” by Jesse Gallagher “Lightning Bugs” by Geographer #positivity #mindset #purpose #relationships #boundaries 

I don't really know anything about anything, but what I choose to believe we are here to Love one another. But I wonder how useful this choice is?  This Volume 6 Issue 12 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on November 16, 2023. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain, M.Ed. is a storyteller, magician, musician, and facilitator of fascination, helping individuals, teams, and communities Grow with the Flow to experience abiding joy. Connect with Jonas today to discuss your challenges, goals, and obstacles:  jonas@hashtagpositivity.com WEBSITE www.hashtagpositivity.com  

No one likes to be wrong—and people especially don't like to be perceived as wrong by others. But in our search for certainty, we would do well to calibrate our certainty to actual knowledge and skills, rather than mere wishful thinking. Check out this story to learn more about the value of curiosity over certainty, and how it can improve your decision making, form stronger relationships, and live an overall happier life. This Volume 6 Issue 11 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on September 19, 2023. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/haters-or-helpers ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain is a storyteller, magician, musician, and facilitator of fascination. He enjoys climbing mountains, playing the ukulele, and spending time with his cats, Pumpkin and Mr. Scoots

Every time you meet someone, a part of that person becomes woven into the fabric of who you are—because when two worlds collide, both are transformed. Check out this brief article to learn more about this transformation and how the experience of metamagic can reveal the magic in our everyday lives. This Volume 6 Issue 10 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on September 11, 2023. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/the-rich-spirit-of-humanity  ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain is a storyteller, magician, musician, and facilitator of fascination. He enjoys climbing mountains, playing the ukulele, and spending time with his cats, Pumpkin and Mr. Scoots

Anything worthwhile will by definition take a while—likely even much longer than expected—but it will also by definition be worth it in the end. This episode shares a fascinating true story of a how one young actor used patience to launch a lifelong career as a cultural icon. This Volume 6 Issue 9 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on June 28, 2023. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/be-on-the-scene ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain is a storyteller, magician, musician, and facilitator of fascination. He enjoys climbing mountains, playing the ukulele, and spending time with his cats, Pumpkin and Mr. Scoots

It can be easy to forget who we are while responding to the demands of the world around us. This can be true whether we're fighting a literal war or fighting the day-to-day battles of everyday life. This episode shares a poignant true story of a how showing up as your authentic self can help remind you of who you are, even after trauma. This Volume 6 Issue 8 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on June 5, 2023. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/remember-who-you-are  ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain is a storyteller, magician, musician, and facilitator of fascination. He enjoys climbing mountains, playing the ukulele, and spending time with his cats, Pumpkin and Mr. Scoots

A mere “oops” and a playful laugh is not what you might expect when damaging a brand new vehicle, but that's just how Dave is—as long as I've known him, he has never wished for a fig in winter. This episode share a story that demonstrates how to heal suffering and experience joy. Enjoy! This Volume 5 Issue 28 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on September 3, 2022. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/a-fig-in-winter ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain is a storyteller, magician, musician, and facilitator of fascination. He enjoys climbing mountains, playing the ukulele, and spending time with his cats, Pumpkin and Mr. Scoots

We cannot go through life without making mistakes—it's simply an inherent part of the human experience. Yet when we lack the willingness to atone for these missteps, we become discouraged with disharmony and separation from the important people in our lives, while also risking stains to our integrity and character.  This episode shares ideas to demonstrate respect and remain in harmony with the important people in your life. This Volume 5 Issue 27 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on August 9, 2022. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/raising-a-sunken-ship ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain is a storyteller, magician, musician, and facilitator of fascination. He enjoys climbing mountains, playing the ukulele, and spending time with his cats, Pumpkin and Mr. Scoots

Just as a sports team doesn't take the field alone, so too can we benefit from worthy coaches, guides, and mentors  who know the way, go the way, and show the way. After all, the players on the field are too close to the field to see the bigger picture, which is where the true value of a coach is found—providing a mirror to reflect back what they are not able to see themselves.  This episode shares the story of how I first learned of the value of mentorship and the impact it had on my life and career. Enjoy! This Volume 5 Issue 26 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on July 25, 2022. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/what-are-you-sitting-on-the-shore-of ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain is a storyteller, magician, musician, and facilitator of fascination. He enjoys climbing mountains, playing the ukulele, and spending time with his cats, Pumpkin and Mr. Scoots

When compelled to be grateful for what we aren't grateful for, it can do more harm than good—yet research is still clear that gratitude is nevertheless a valued contributor to well being. This episode explores the secrets of gratitude for true and lasting joy. Enjoy! This Volume 5 Issue 25 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on July 13, 2022. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/what-are-you-grateful-for ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain is a storyteller, magician, musician, and facilitator of fascination. He enjoys climbing mountains, playing the ukulele, and spending time with his cats, Pumpkin and Mr. Scoots

The Infinite Monkey Theorem suggests that any event with a probability more than zero can happen at some point, if given enough time. But as the physicist Max Tegmark reminds us, “really freak events happen only exponentially rarely.”  This episode shares the true story of an exponentially rare moment and how I turned the tide of grief around to rise again and continue navigating the waters of life. Enjoy! This Volume 5 Issue 24 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on May 27, 2022. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/the-infinite-monkey-theorem ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain is a storyteller, magician, musician, and facilitator of fascination. He enjoys climbing mountains, playing the ukulele, and spending time with his cats, Pumpkin and Mr. Scoots

Everyone has a talent, and if you don't know what your talent is, it just means you haven't discovered it yet. Talent can sometimes first present itself as a weakness. And For a talent to be useful, it must be practiced. This episode shares the story of how I discovered these truths and along the way overcame shyness and a debilitating stutter to find my voice. Enjoy! This Volume 5 Issue 23 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on May 8, 2022. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/finding-your-voice ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain is a storyteller, magician, musician, and facilitator of fascination. He enjoys climbing mountains, playing the ukulele, and spending time with his cats, Pumpkin and Mr. Scoots

We will never be held responsible for what we are not capable of handling—or at the very least capable of learning. As such, responsibility doesn't preclude risk; rather, it calls us to understand our strengths, know what's negotiable, and then boldly step forward to learn and grow, come what may. This episode shares the fascinating story of a family that took on the responsibility of caring for a life in need—and in so doing, fostered what may be the world's only sailing opossum. Enjoy! This Volume 5 Issue 22 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on April 29, 2022. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/the-sailing-opossum ABOUT US Hashtag Positivity assists individuals, teams, and communities in “Being Well By Living Well” to experience abiding joy. Connect with Jonas today to discuss your challenges, goals, and obstacles: jonas@hashtagpositivity.com CONNECT WITH THE HOST Email: info@hashtagpositivty.com Website: hashtagpositivity.com ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain is a storyteller, magician, musician, and facilitator of fascination. He enjoys climbing mountains, playing the ukulele, and spending time with his cat, Pumpkin

Magicians are often asked, “How'd you do that?” Many people assume it has something to do with subtle misdirection—a little smoke here or a perfectly placed mirror there—but the real answer may surprise you. In this episode, hear the fascinating story of how I stumbled upon the real secret of magic. Enjoy!  This Volume 5 Issue 21 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on April 20, 2022. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/the-real-secret-of-magic  ABOUT US Hashtag Positivity assists individuals, teams, and communities in “Being Well By Living Well” to experience abiding joy. Connect with Jonas today to discuss your challenges, goals, and obstacles: jonas@hashtagpositivity.com CONNECT WITH THE HOST Email: info@hashtagpositivty.com Website: hashtagpositivity.com ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain is a storyteller, magician, musician, and facilitator of fascination. He enjoys climbing mountains, playing the ukulele, and spending time with his cat, Pumpkin

Many people seem to suffer from eisoptrophobia—the fear of seeing one's own reflection. When this happen, they fail to see what's right in front of them because they don't like what's staring back at them. And so, to avoid the discomfort, they simply avert their eyes from the clutter of their lives. The psychiatrist Dr. Daniel Siegel, however, suggests that to make positive change in our lives, we have to "name it to tame it." This episode shares the story of how one man tamed the streets of West Sussex and how you can use this same process to perhaps one day have a garbage truck named after you. Enjoy! This Volume 5 Issue 20 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on April 9, 2022. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/name-it-to-tame-it ABOUT US Hashtag Positivity assists individuals, teams, and communities in “Being Well By Living Well” to experience abiding joy. Connect with Jonas today to discuss your challenges, goals, and obstacles: jonas@hashtagpositivity.com CONNECT WITH THE HOST Email: info@hashtagpositivty.com Website: hashtagpositivity.com ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain is a storyteller, magician, musician, and facilitator of fascination. He enjoys climbing mountains, playing the ukulele, and spending time with his cat, Pumpkin

It's been said that “if a man has not discovered something that he will die for, he isn't fit to live,” and if this is true then Harry Chapin was certainly a man fit to live—becoming a change-maker—looking...seeing a need—and with compassion taking action to do something about it. This episode charts a powerful story of how you can be a change-maker through clarity of purpose. Enjoy!  This Volume 5 Issue 19 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on April 5, 2022. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/how-does-what-you-do-reflect-who-you-are ABOUT US Hashtag Positivity assists individuals, teams, and communities in “Being Well By Living Well” to experience abiding joy. Connect with Jonas today to discuss your challenges, goals, and obstacles: jonas@hashtagpositivity.com CONNECT WITH THE HOST Email: info@hashtagpositivty.com Website: hashtagpositivity.com ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain is a storyteller, magician, musician, and facilitator of fascination. He enjoys climbing mountains, playing the ukulele, and spending time with his cat, Pumpkin

Despite his lack of experience, Hiroshi was able to succeed through honesty, anticipation, and imagination—and you can use these same principles to likewise empower your own vision. This episode shares the story of how it all worked out. Enjoy!  This Volume 5 Issue 18 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on March 31, 2022. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/how-to-be-a-visionary ABOUT US Hashtag Positivity assists individuals, teams, and communities in “Being Well By Living Well” to experience abiding joy. Connect with Jonas today to discuss your challenges, goals, and obstacles: jonas@hashtagpositivity.com CONNECT WITH THE HOST Email: info@hashtagpositivty.com Website: hashtagpositivity.com ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain is a storyteller, magician, musician, and facilitator of fascination. He enjoys climbing mountains, playing the ukulele, and spending time with his cat, Pumpkin

It's been said that the best time to plant a tree was twenty years ago. The second best time is now. This episode shares the story how process goals can help you achieve success from even 6.8 million miles away. Enjoy! This Volume 5 Issue 17 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on March 7, 2022. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/how-to-hit-a-target-68-million-miles-away ABOUT US Hashtag Positivity assists individuals, teams, and communities in “Being Well By Living Well” to experience abiding joy. Connect with Jonas today to discuss your challenges, goals, and obstacles: jonas@hashtagpositivity.com CONNECT WITH THE HOST Email: info@hashtagpositivty.com Website: hashtagpositivity.com ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain is a storyteller, magician, musician, and facilitator of fascination. He enjoys climbing mountains, playing the ukulele, and spending time with his cat, Pumpkin

A compassionate mission can empower you with the grit to persist even the face of adversity. This episode shares the story of how a courageous 12-year-old saved over 3,000 children from bonded labor with persistent effort, even at the sacrifice of his own safety. This Volume 5 Issue 16 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on March 5, 2022. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/how-a-12-year-old-saved-3000-children ABOUT US Hashtag Positivity assists individuals, teams, and communities in “Being Well By Living Well” to experience abiding joy. Connect with Jonas today to discuss your challenges, goals, and obstacles: jonas@hashtagpositivity.com CONNECT WITH THE HOST Email: info@hashtagpositivty.com Website: hashtagpositivity.com ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain is a storyteller, magician, musician, and facilitator of fascination. He enjoys climbing mountains, playing the ukulele, and spending time with his cat, Pumpkin

The glitz and glamor of success will always pale in comparison with significance. This episode shares the story of how one man sacrificed personal comfort and financial security to focus on what sincerely mattered most to his journey. This Volume 5 Issue 15 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on February 27, 2022. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/success-vs-significance-what-are-you-focusing-on ABOUT US Hashtag Positivity assists individuals, teams, and communities in “Being Well By Living Well” to experience abiding joy. Connect with Jonas today to discuss your challenges, goals, and obstacles: jonas@hashtagpositivity.com CONNECT WITH THE HOST Email: info@hashtagpositivty.com Website: hashtagpositivity.com ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain is a storyteller, magician, musician, and facilitator of fascination. He enjoys climbing mountains, playing the ukulele, and spending time with his cat, Pumpkin

It's easy to respond in kind when others treat you as invisible—but the true test is when they try to get an emotional reaction out of you. To make others invisible under these conditions is a skill reserved for the masters. This episode shares the story of one child's efforts to make others feel invisible on the school playground, and another child's bravery to step up to be an ally.  This Volume 5 Issue 14 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on February 20, 2022. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/how-to-make-people-feel-invisible ABOUT US Hashtag Positivity assists individuals, teams, and communities in “Being Well By Living Well” to experience abiding joy. Connect with Jonas today to discuss your challenges, goals, and obstacles: jonas@hashtagpositivity.com CONNECT WITH THE HOST Email: info@hashtagpositivty.com Website: hashtagpositivity.com ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain is a storyteller, magician, musician, and facilitator of fascination. He enjoys climbing mountains, playing the ukulele, and spending time with his cat, Pumpkin

Regardless of knowledge, skills, and talent—and regardless of how bad we want it—not everyone achieves their goals. But that doesn't mean they aren't worth pursuing. This episode shares a poignant true story of what's possible when we seek and take advantage of opportunities worth pursuing. Enjoy! This Volume 5 Issue 13 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on February 9, 2022. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/the-secret-to-true-lasting-joy ABOUT US Hashtag Positivity assists individuals, teams, and communities in “Being Well By Living Well” to experience abiding joy. Connect with Jonas today to discuss your challenges, goals, and obstacles: jonas@hashtagpositivity.com CONNECT WITH THE HOST Email: info@hashtagpositivty.com Website: hashtagpositivity.com ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain is a storyteller, magician, musician, and facilitator of fascination. He enjoys climbing mountains, playing the ukulele, and spending time with his cat, Pumpkin

Carl Jung once suggested that ​“The meeting of two personalities is like the contact of two chemical substances: if there is any reaction, both are transformed.” This episode of the Hashtag Positivity Podcast offers five suggestions to encourage the people you serve to be positively transformed. Enjoy! This Volume 6 Issue 7 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on May 29, 2023. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/the-meeting-of-two-personalities  ABOUT US Hashtag Positivity assists individuals, teams, and communities in “Being Well By Living Well” to experience abiding joy. Connect with Jonas today to discuss your challenges, goals, and obstacles: jonas@hashtagpositivity.com CONNECT WITH THE HOST Email: info@hashtagpositivty.com Website: hashtagpositivity.com ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain is a storyteller, magician, musician, and facilitator of fascination. He enjoys climbing mountains, playing the ukulele, and spending time with his cat, Pumpkin

Some people may never consider giving business to competition, but as one of my mentors, Rick Forgay, taught me: the true value of competition is conspiring together for the benefit of the people we serve. Check out this brief article to here the story of the day I took this lesson to heart. Enjoy! This Volume 6 Issue 6 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on May 9, 2023. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/conspiring-together ABOUT US Hashtag Positivity assists individuals, teams, and communities in “Being Well By Living Well” to experience abiding joy. Connect with Jonas today to discuss your challenges, goals, and obstacles: jonas@hashtagpositivity.com CONNECT WITH THE HOST Email: info@hashtagpositivty.com Website: hashtagpositivity.com ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain is a storyteller, magician, musician, and facilitator of fascination. He enjoys climbing mountains, playing the ukulele, and spending time with his cat, Pumpkin

The physicist Marie Curie reminds us, “Nothing in life is to be feared, it is only to be understood. Now is the time to understand more, so that we may fear less.”  With a little more understanding, we can perhaps come to find there is far less malice in our world than we might at first assume, and discover instead that there is simply far more ignorance, apathy, and poor judgment. Check out this brief article to hear recent tragic stories written by our society along with a way to overcome and prevent these stories from repeating themselves. Enjoy! #positivity #fascination #joy #mindset #relationships #love #hanlonsrazor #malice #ignorance #gunviolence This Volume 6 Issue 5 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on April 19, 2023. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/hanlons-razor ABOUT US Hashtag Positivity assists individuals, teams, and communities in “Being Well By Living Well” to experience abiding joy. Connect with Jonas today to discuss your challenges, goals, and obstacles: jonas@hashtagpositivity.com CONNECT WITH THE HOST Email: info@hashtagpositivty.com Website: hashtagpositivity.com ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain is a storyteller, magician, musician, and facilitator of fascination. He enjoys climbing mountains, playing the ukulele, and spending time with his cat, Pumpkin

Love doesn't get to know you first and then decides to love you. Love loves you first, and that's how it gets to know you. Love starts with ignorance and ends with understanding. Check out this brief article to explore ideas for bestowing the powers of love as an antedate to three poisons threatening humanity. Enjoy! #positivity #fascination #inspiration #motivation #joy #relationships #love #ukraine #dariusrucker #guardianangel #hubris #ignorance This Volume 6 Issue 4 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on February 24, 2023. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/how-to-make-someones-life-better ABOUT US Hashtag Positivity assists individuals, teams, and communities in “Being Well By Living Well” to experience abiding joy. Connect with Jonas today to discuss your challenges, goals, and obstacles: jonas@hashtagpositivity.com CONNECT WITH THE HOST Email: info@hashtagpositivty.com Website: hashtagpositivity.com ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain is a storyteller, magician, musician, and facilitator of fascination. He enjoys climbing mountains, playing the ukulele, and spending time with his cat, Pumpkin

Each and every one of us has a unique blend of knowledge, skills, experiences, connections, and temperaments, and when we lean into these unique advantages, we become empowered to excel at the very things that bring us the most joy. Check out this brief article to hear three empowering stories of people who leaned into their unique power and authority. Enjoy! #positivity #inspiration #purpose #richardpotter #anothonybourdain #eleanorroosevelt This Volume 6 Issue 3 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on February 21, 2023. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/your-unique-power-authority ABOUT US Hashtag Positivity helps emerging and established leaders experience joy in their work, life, community, and beyond. CONNECT WITH THE HOST Email: info@hashtagpositivty.com Website: hashtagpositivity.com ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain is a Positivity Coach and Facilitator of Fascination for Hashtag Positivity. He enjoys climbing mountains, playing the ukulele, and spending time with his cat, Pumpkin

When walking through the wilderness so dreary with a heart so weary, it may be tempting to simply lay down and give up; but even in the darkest of times we can find inspiration to continue looking up—so long as we remain open and engaged observers of the world with fascination, curiosity, and wonder. Check out this brief article for the encouraging true story of how inspiration can come from even the most unlikely of places. Enjoy! #positivity #inspiration #songofthelark #julesbreton #williamwordsworth #billmurray This Volume 6 Issue 2 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on February 4 2023. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/a-reason-to-keep-looking-up ABOUT US Hashtag Positivity helps emerging and established leaders experience joy in their work, life, community, and beyond. CONNECT WITH THE HOST Email: info@hashtagpositivty.com Website: hashtagpositivity.com ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain is a Positivity Coach and Facilitator of Fascination for Hashtag Positivity. He enjoys climbing mountains, playing the ukulele, and spending time with his cat, Pumpkin

“The man who moves a mountain begins by carrying away small stones,” says Confucius. For most people, this is just a metaphor, but for Dashrath Manjhi, it was instruction. Check out this brief article for the inspiring true story of a man who turned his pain into passion to move a mountain. #positivity #passion #DashrathManjhi This Volume 6 Issue 1 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on January 30, 2023. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/how-to-move-a-mountain ABOUT US Hashtag Positivity helps emerging and established leaders experience joy in their work, life, community, and beyond. CONNECT WITH THE HOST Email: info@hashtagpositivty.com Website: hashtagpositivity.com ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain is a Positivity Coach and Facilitator of Fascination for Hashtag Positivity. He enjoys climbing mountains, playing the ukulele, and spending time with his cat, Pumpkin

We can reasonably discern the story Robert was telling himself as he turned his back to the crowd—when his final roll was spent and had nothing more to give. The question is, what story are you telling yourself in your meaningful moments of transformation? Check out the brief article to in the comment section to hear the full story of how bananas pulled from the bunch get peeled, and why that's just how it should be. This Volume 5 Issue 12 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on December 1, 2022. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/what-story-are-you-telling-yourself ABOUT US Hashtag Positivity helps emerging and established leaders experience joy in their work, life, community, and beyond. CONNECT WITH THE HOST Email: info@hashtagpositivty.com Website: hashtagpositivity.com ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain is a Positivity Coach and Facilitator of Fascination for Hashtag Positivity. He enjoys climbing mountains, playing the ukulele, and spending time with his cat, Pumpkin

Are you chasing two rabbits? Are you serving two masters? Is your house divided? Check out this brief article for reflections on consolidated effort. This Volume 5 Issue 10 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on October 1, 2022. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/one-thing-at-once-a-case-for-consolidated-effort ABOUT US Hashtag Positivity helps emerging and established leaders experience joy in their work, life, community, and beyond. CONNECT WITH THE HOST Email: info@hashtagpositivty.com Website: hashtagpositivity.com ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain is a Positivity Coach and Facilitator of Fascination for Hashtag Positivity. He enjoys climbing mountains, playing the ukulele, and spending time with his cat, Pumpkin

What's moving you today? Pain, knowledge, or support? Check out the brief article to distinguish which driver of change is moving you. Enjoy! This Volume 5 Issue 8 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on July 1, 2022. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/the-three-drivers-of-change ABOUT US Hashtag Positivity helps emerging and established leaders experience joy in their work, life, community, and beyond. CONNECT WITH THE HOST Email: info@hashtagpositivty.com Website: hashtagpositivity.com ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain is a Positivity Coach and Facilitator of Fascination for Hashtag Positivity. He enjoys climbing mountains, playing the ukulele, and spending time with his cat, Pumpkin

Whether you're a teacher creating lesson plans, a sales person creating pitches, a storyteller creating stories, a family creating a home, or a creator of truly any kind, being able to find and harness your muse is an essential element of success. And if you're looking for it, creative inspiration can come from anywhere. Check out this captivating story for six ideas for finding your muse. This Volume 5 Issue 9 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on November 29, 2022. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/whats-your-muse ABOUT US Hashtag Positivity helps emerging and established leaders experience joy in their work, life, community, and beyond. CONNECT WITH THE HOST Email: info@hashtagpositivty.com Website: hashtagpositivity.com ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain is a Positivity Coach and Facilitator of Fascination for Hashtag Positivity. He enjoys climbing mountains, playing the ukulele, and spending time with his cat, Pumpkin

Even before you finish speaking, people will have forgotten most of what you said, but with the use of meaningful stories, when you “pull the string” of your throughline tight, you can empower them with an experience that can transfer well beyond the moment. Check out this brief article for five essential storytelling components to help you tell memorable and meaningful stories that can positively impact people's lives. This Volume 5 Issue 9 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on August 2, 2022. retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/empowering-your-audience-with-stories ABOUT US Hashtag Positivity helps emerging and established leaders experience joy in their work, life, community, and beyond. CONNECT WITH THE HOST Email: info@hashtagpositivty.com Website: hashtagpositivity.com ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain is a Positivity Coach and Facilitator of Fascination for Hashtag Positivity. He enjoys climbing mountains, playing the ukulele, and spending time with his cat, Pumpkin

It's not enough to have accurate information—to initiate and manage positive change we also have to be able to access and use the information. By making positive psychology research accessible—digestible, memorable, and manageable—it brings the research to life, out of the reports, scientific journals, and books and into the lives of people who can actually use and benefit from the material. This Volume 5 Issue 7 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on June 7, 2022. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/being-well-by-living-well ABOUT US Hashtag Positivity helps emerging and established leaders experience joy in their work, life, community, and beyond. CONNECT WITH THE HOST Email: info@hashtagpositivty.com Website: hashtagpositivity.com ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain is a Positivity Coach and Facilitator of Fascination for Hashtag Positivity. He enjoys climbing mountains, playing the ukulele, and spending time with his cat, Pumpkin

How we show up for the people we serve has a direct impact on our success, and if our aim is to foster constructive and encouraging experiences, then we are called to learn how to master the moment and transition well. After all, it is not in the aim but in the transition that our significance can be found—helping us to show up as a force for good for the people we serve. Check out this brief article for three practical ideas to consider for fostering constructive and encouraging experiences that can help you show up as a force for good for the people you serve. This Volume 5 Issue 6 positivity article originally appeared on the Hashtag Positivity website on May 4, 2022. Retrieved from https://www.hashtagpositivity.com/blog/master-the-moment-life-in-transition ABOUT US Hashtag Positivity helps emerging and established leaders experience joy in their work, life, community, and beyond. CONNECT WITH THE HOST Email: info@hashtagpositivty.com Website: hashtagpositivity.com ABOUT THE HOST Jonas Cain is a Positivity Coach and Facilitator of Fascination for Hashtag Positivity. He enjoys climbing mountains, playing the ukulele, and spending time with his cat, Pumpkin