Podcast appearances and mentions of jerald simon

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast."My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast.I am the founder of Music Motivation® (https://www.musicmotivation.com/) and the creator of the Cool Songs Series (https://www.musicmotivation.com/coolsongs) and the Essential Piano Exercises Course (https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/pdf/series). I also teach weekly online group piano lessons at this link: https://www.musicmotivation.com/pianolessons.In this episode, 049 - "I Believe God Has a Plan for ME...and for YOU" - I talk about the following:1. Intro/Opening: God has a plan for each of us...2. Positive Perceptions: I Believe God Has a Plan for Me...and for YOU3. Motivation in a Minute - "Believe in Yourself" from my book Motivation in a Minute and Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon4. The Music Within: "I Believe God Has a Plan for Me" by Jerald Simon (the single is available on all streaming sites).5. Poetry that Motivates - "Fortress of Faith" (page 15) from my book "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring motivational and inspirational poems I have written.  My other poetry book is "Poetry that Motivates." As a music educator, I have written 30 music books featuring original music I have composed.  Learn more about my music books I have written on my website, https://www.musicmotivation.com/. -I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOSupport the showConnect with Jerald Simon:CLICK HERE to Connect with Jerald Simon on his website.YouTube - youtube.com/jeraldsimonFacebook - facebook.com/jeraldsimonInstagram - instagram.com/jeraldsimonListen to Jerald's music on all streaming sites.Brief bio for Jerald SimonMy name is Jerald Simon. First and foremost, I am a husband to my beautiful wife, Zanny (her name is Suzanne - but anyone who knows her calls her Zanny), and a father to my three wonderful children, Summer, Preston, and Matthew. They are wonderful and everything I do is for them. God and family always comes first in my life!This is my Purpose and Mission in life:“My purpose and mission in life is to motivate myself and others through my music and writing, to help others find their purpose and mission in life, and to teach values that encourage everyone everywhere to do and be their best.” – Jerald SimonYou can visit my Amazon storefront page to see which products I personally recommend (amazon.com/shop/jeraldsimon - this includes my own books and albums and other useful products musicians need to succeed).

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast."My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast.I am the founder of Music Motivation® (https://www.musicmotivation.com/) and the creator of the Cool Songs Series (https://www.musicmotivation.com/coolsongs) and the Essential Piano Exercises Course (https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/pdf/series). I also teach weekly online group piano lessons at this link: https://www.musicmotivation.com/pianolessons.In this episode, 048 - "Choices, Consequences, and Change - Are You an "I Can" Individual, or an "I Can't" Individual?" - I talk about the following:1. Intro/Opening: Are You and "I Can" Individual or an "I Can't" Individual?...2. Positive Perceptions: "The Island of I Can and the Isle of I Can't..." on page 143 in Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon3. Motivation in a Minute - "Change your thoughts..." by Norman Vincent Peale from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon4. The Music Within: "Downcast" from "Effortless" by Jerald Simon (from the album, EFFORTLESS).5. Poetry that Motivates - "I Choose" (page 76) from my book "Poetry that Motivates." featuring motivational and inspirational poems I have written.  My other poetry book is "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry).As a music educator, I have written 30 music books featuring original music I have composed.  Learn more about my music books I have written on my website, https://www.musicmotivation.com/. -I began composing what havSupport the Show.Connect with Jerald Simon:CLICK HERE to Connect with Jerald Simon on his website.YouTube - youtube.com/jeraldsimonFacebook - facebook.com/jeraldsimonInstagram - instagram.com/jeraldsimonListen to Jerald's music on all streaming sites.Brief bio for Jerald SimonMy name is Jerald Simon. First and foremost, I am a husband to my beautiful wife, Zanny (her name is Suzanne - but anyone who knows her calls her Zanny), and a father to my three wonderful children, Summer, Preston, and Matthew. They are wonderful and everything I do is for them. God and family always comes first in my life!This is my Purpose and Mission in life:“My purpose and mission in life is to motivate myself and others through my music and writing, to help others find their purpose and mission in life, and to teach values that encourage everyone everywhere to do and be their best.” – Jerald SimonYou can visit my Amazon storefront page to see which products I personally recommend (amazon.com/shop/jeraldsimon - this includes my own books and albums and other useful products musicians need to succeed).

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast."My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast.I am the founder of Music Motivation® (https://www.musicmotivation.com/) and the creator of the Cool Songs Series (https://www.musicmotivation.com/coolsongs) and the Essential Piano Exercises Course (https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/pdf/series). I also teach weekly online group piano lessons at this link: https://www.musicmotivation.com/pianolessons.In this episode, 047 - "It's a Wonderful Life!...It's Your Wonderful Life!," - I talk about the following:1. Intro/Opening: How to Have a Wonderful Life...2. Positive Perceptions: "Born with an amazing gift..." on page 45 in Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon3. Motivation in a Minute - "I am only one..." by Edward E. Hale from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon4. The Music Within: "Downcast" from "A Season to Be Strong" by Jerald Simon (featuring my twin, Josh Simon).5. Poetry that Motivates - "I Hear the Bells" (page 99) from my book "Poetry that Motivates." featuring motivational and inspirational poems I have written.  My other poetry book is "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry).As a music educator, I have written 29 music books featuring original music I have composed.  Learn more about my music books I have written on my website, https://www.musicmotivation.com/. -I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS on my Music Motivation® website at: https://www.musicmotivation.com/coolsongsHere is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): https://www.musicmotivation.com/optin. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club.YouTube - youtube.com/jeraldsimonFacebook - facebook.com/jeraldsimonInstagram - instagram.com/jeraldsimonLearn more about my ESSENTIAL PIANO EXERCISES COURSE and join members from 27 different countries around the world at this link: https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/pdf/series and our weekly piano lessons: https://www.musicmotivation.com/pianolessonsSupport the show

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast."My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast.I am the founder of Music Motivation® (https://www.musicmotivation.com/) and the creator of the Cool Songs Series (https://www.musicmotivation.com/coolsongs) and the Essential Piano Exercises Course (https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/pdf/series). I also teach weekly online group piano lessons at this link: https://www.musicmotivation.com/pianolessons.In this episode, 046 - "Redefine Your Expectations of Yourself," - I talk about the following:1. Intro/Opening: Redefine your expectations of yourself and others...2. Positive Perceptions: "Redefine your expectations..." on page 45 in Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon3. Motivation in a Minute - "The greatest revolution..." by Marilyn Ferguson from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon4. The Music Within: "Downcast" from "Soul Search" from Castles in the Sky by Jerald Simon.5. Poetry that Motivates - "Everything" (page 21) from my book "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring motivational and inspirational poems I have written.  My other poetry book is "Poetry that Motivates.".As a music educator, I have written 29 music books featuring original music I have composed.  Learn more about my music books I have written on my website, https://www.musicmotivation.com/. -I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS on my Music Motivation® website at: https://www.musicmotivation.com/coolsongsHere is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): https://www.musicmotivation.com/optin. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club.YouTube - youtube.com/jeraldsimonFacebook - facebook.com/jeraldsimonInstagram - instagram.com/jeraldsimonLearn more about my ESSENTIAL PIANO EXERCISES COURSE and join members from 27 different countries around the world at this link: https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/pdf/series and our weekly piano lessons: https://www.musicmotivation.com/pianolessonsSupport the show

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast."My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast.I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com) and the Essential Piano Exercises Course (https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/). I also teach weekly online group piano lessons at this link: http://essentialpianolessons.com/ and have started a weekly goal setting and mentorship group site at this link: https://www.empoweredbypositivity.com/optinIn this episode, 045 - "Improve Your Insight," - I talk about the following:1. Intro/Opening: Improve Your Insight - Don't be short-sighted...2. Positive Perceptions: "Improve your insight..." on page 40 in Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon3. Motivation in a Minute - "Men often become what..." by Mahatma Gandhi from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon4. The Music Within: "Downcast" from "The Dawn of a New Age" by Jerald Simon.5. Poetry that Motivates - "I Foresee a Victory" (page 87) from my book "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring motivational and inspirational poems I have written.  My other poetry book is "Poetry that Motivates.".As a music educator, I have written 29 music books featuring original music I have composed.  Learn more about my music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. -I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - or my Music Motivation® website at: https://musicmotivation.com/coolsongs/Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club.YouTube - youtube.com/jeraldsimonFacebook - facebook.com/jeraldsimonInstagram - instagram.com/jeraldsimonLearn more about my ESSENTIAL PIANO EXERCISES COURSE and join members from 27 different countries around the world at this link:https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/ and our weekly piano lessons: http://essentialpianolessons.com/Support the show

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast."My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast.I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com) and the Essential Piano Exercises Course (https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/). I also teach weekly online group piano lessons at this link: http://essentialpianolessons.com/ and have started a weekly goal setting and mentorship group site at this link: https://www.empoweredbypositivity.com/optinIn this episode, 044 - "Becoming Who You Were Born to Be Part 2," - I talk about the following:1. Intro/Opening: My new book, "Becoming Who You Were Born to Be Part 2"2. Positive Perceptions: "Becoming Who You Were Born to Be..." from Becoming Who You Were Born to Be by Jerald Simon3. Motivation in a Minute - read any of the quotes from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon4. The Music Within: "Guiding Star" from "Peace and Serenity" by Jerald Simon.5. Poetry that Motivates - "Courage Called to Me" (page 39) from my book "Poetry that Motivates." featuring motivational and inspirational poems I have written.  My other poetry book is "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry).As a music educator, I have written 29 music books featuring original music I have composed.  Learn more about my music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. -I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - or my Music Motivation® website at: https://musicmotivation.com/coolsongs/Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club.YouTube - youtube.com/jeraldsimonFacebook - facebook.com/jeraldsimonInstagram - instagram.com/jeraldsimonLearn more about my ESSENTIAL PIANO EXERCISES COURSE and join members from 27 different countries around the world at this link:https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/ and our weekly piano lessons: http://essentialpianolessons.com/Support the show

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast."My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast.I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com) and the Essential Piano Exercises Course (https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/). I also teach weekly online group piano lessons at this link: http://essentialpianolessons.com/ and have started a weekly goal setting and mentorship group site at this link: https://www.empoweredbypositivity.com/optinIn this episode, 043 - "Becoming Who You Were Born to Be," - I talk about the following:1. Intro/Opening: My new book, "Becoming Who You Were Born to Be"2. Positive Perceptions: "I Believe in You..." pg. 5 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon3. Motivation in a Minute - read any of the quotes from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon4. The Music Within: "Peace of Mind" from "Peace and Serenity" by Jerald Simon.5. Poetry that Motivates - "Befriend the Failure You Fear" (page 11) from my book "Poetry that Motivates." featuring motivational and inspirational poems I have written.  My other poetry book is "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry).As a music educator, I have written 29 music books featuring original music I have composed.  Learn more about my music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. -I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - or my Music Motivation® website at: https://musicmotivation.com/coolsongs/Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club.YouTube - youtube.com/jeraldsimonFacebook - facebook.com/jeraldsimonInstagram - instagram.com/jeraldsimonLearn more about my ESSENTIAL PIANO EXERCISES COURSE and join members from 27 different countries around the world at this link:https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/ and our weekly piano lessons: http://essentialpianolessons.com/Support the show

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast."My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast.I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com) and the Essential Piano Exercises Course (https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/). I also teach weekly online group piano lessons at this link: http://essentialpianolessons.com/ and have started a weekly goal setting and mentorship group site at this link: https://www.empoweredbypositivity.com/optinIn this episode, 042 - "Embark on a Quest of Knowledge," - I talk about the following:1. Intro/Opening: Embark on a Quest of Knowledge2. Positive Perceptions: "A quest of knowledge..." pg. 42 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon3. Motivation in a Minute - "Education..." pg. 195 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon4. The Music Within: "The Sands of Time" from "The Dawn of a New Age" by Jerald Simon.5. Poetry that Motivates - "Know and DO" (page 70) from my book "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring 222 motivational and inspirational poems I have written.  My other poetry book is "Poetry that Motivates." As a music educator, I have written 29 music books featuring original music I have composed.  Learn more about my music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. -I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - or my Music Motivation® website at: https://musicmotivation.com/coolsongs/Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club.YouTube - youtube.com/jeraldsimonFacebook - facebook.com/jeraldsimonInstagram - instagram.com/jeraldsimonLearn more about my ESSENTIAL PIANO EXERCISES COURSE and join members from 27 different countries around the world at this link:https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/ and our weekly piano lessons: http://essentialpianolessons.com/Support the show

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast."My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast.I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com) and the Essential Piano Exercises Course (https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/). I also teach weekly online group piano lessons at this link: http://essentialpianolessons.com/ and have started a weekly goal setting and mentorship group site at this link: https://www.empoweredbypositivity.com/optinIn this episode, 041 - "Let Go of the Pains of the Past," - I talk about the following:1. Intro/Opening: Let Go of the Pains of the Past2. Positive Perceptions: "Conquer Your Fears..." pg. 48 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon3. Motivation in a Minute - "Things do not change...we change." pg. 184 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon4. The Music Within: "Danger" from the techno pop EP album "PULSE" by Jerald Simon.5. Poetry that Motivates - "The Past, Present and Future" (page 35) from my book "Poetry that Motivates." My other poetry book is "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring 222 motivational and inspirational poems I have written.As a music educator, I have written 27 music books featuring original music I have composed.  Learn more about my music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. -I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - or my Music Motivation® website at: https://musicmotivation.com/coolsongs/Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club.YouTube - youtube.com/jeraldsimonFacebook - facebook.com/jeraldsimonInstagram - instagram.com/jeraldsimonLearn more about my ESSENTIAL PIANO EXERCISES COURSE and join members from 27 different countries around the world at this link:https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/ and our weekly piano lessons: http://essentialpianolessons.com/Support the show

Getting up after we fall is perhaps one of the first things we learn in life, and it's as elementary as powerful. A baby giving their first steps falling and the entire family cheering him to get up immediately happen both in one movement. Our guest, Jerald Simon, definitely went through this experience as a baby, but he took the most of it after suffering a life-threatening fall when he was eight, the day he was reborn. Jerald Simon is a loving husband to his wife, Zanny, the proud father of three beautiful children, and a composer, author, poet, music mentor and piano teacher. He is the author of 28 music books. He is the Founder of Music Motivation®, a company that offers music instruction through workshops, speeches, and seminars. Jearld is also the host of Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast with Jerald Simon. In this episode, Jerald takes us on a journey to his childhood, his relationship with music, the early realization of who he wanted to become, and the fall that changed how he sees life. We also relive the moment when he realized what he had to do to get up again after losing his job while having his first baby on the way and his wife on bed rest. We talk about resiliency, courage, commitment, fear, and the difference between expectations and aspirations. Jared also shared a three-step process to achieve any goal we want to accomplish without feeling overwhelmed and ensuring we can reach it. Some Questions I Ask:How did you get into music initially? (3:13)How it was for you to learn to accept help from others? (13:33)When was the moment you knew founding Music Motivation® was what you were supposed to do in life? (25:06)In This Episode, You Will Learn:The fall that almost took Jared's life (4:52)Regardless of how severe is the fall, we can always get up again (12:59)In every household, kids wake up at 5 AM to play their instruments (17:11)Being made by the things that were supposed to break us (26:30)There is a solution for every problem, even if we don't like it much (31:16)Jared shares some advice to effectively achieve our goals (51:46)Resources:Music Motivation® websiteMusic, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast with Jared SimonJared's books, courses, and teaching toolsConnect with Jared:LinkedInInstagramYouTubeLet's Connect!WebsiteLinkedInInstagram FacebookEmail: clint@flavorofleadership.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast."My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast.I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com) and the Essential Piano Exercises Course (https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/). I also teach weekly online group piano lessons at this link: http://essentialpianolessons.com/ and have started a weekly goal setting and mentorship group site at this link: https://www.empoweredbypositivity.com/optin In this episode, 040 - "What Have I Learned," - I talk about the following:1. Intro/Opening: What Have You Learned Today?2. Positive Perceptions: "Ask yourself..." pg. 39 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon3. Motivation in a Minute - "Finish each day..." pg. 198 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon4. The Music Within: "Firmament" from the album "Castles in the Sky" by Jerald Simon.5. Poetry that Motivates - At the End of the Day (page 27) from my book "Poetry that Motivates." My other poetry book is "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring 222 motivational and inspirational poems I have written.As a music educator, I have written 27 music books featuring original music I have composed.  Learn more about my music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. -I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - or my Music Motivation® website at: https://musicmotivation.com/coolsongs/Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club.YouTube - youtube.com/jeraldsimonFacebook - facebook.com/jeraldsimonInstagram - instagram.com/jeraldsimonLearn more about my ESSENTIAL PIANO EXERCISES COURSE and join members from 27 different countries around the world at this link:https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/ and our weekly piano lessons: http://essentialpianolessons.com/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/jeraldsimon)

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast."My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast.I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com) and the Essential Piano Exercises Course (https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/). I also teach weekly online group piano lessons at this link: http://essentialpianolessons.com/In this episode, 039 - "The Idea Incubator," - I talk about the following:1. Intro/Opening: Is there such a thing as an ideal idea?2. Positive Perceptions: "Everyone has ideas..." pg. 37 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon3. Motivation in a Minute - "Get a good idea and stay with it..." pg. 190 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon4. The Music Within: "Song of Serenity" from the album "The Dawn of a New Age" by Jerald Simon.5. Poetry that Motivates - The Inner World of Being (page 45) from my book "Poetry that Motivates." My other poetry book is "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring 222 motivational and inspirational poems I have written.As a music educator, I have written 27 music books featuring original music I have composed.  Learn more about my music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. -I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - or my Music Motivation® website at: https://musicmotivation.com/coolsongs/Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club.YouTube - youtube.com/jeraldsimonFacebook - facebook.com/jeraldsimonInstagram - instagram.com/jeraldsimonLearn more about my ESSENTIAL PIANO EXERCISES COURSE and join members from 27 different countries around the world at this link:https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/ and our weekly piano lessons: http://essentialpianolessons.com/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/jeraldsimon)

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast."My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast.I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com) and the Essential Piano Exercises Course (https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/). I also teach weekly online group piano lessons at this link: http://essentialpianolessons.com/In this episode, 038 - "Conquer Thyself - A talk about Self Conquest," - I talk about the following:1. Intro/Opening: What is Self Conquest? Why Should we focus on conquering ourselves?2. Positive Perceptions: "Conquer Thyself..." pg. 36 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon3. Motivation in a Minute - "He who conquers others..." pg. 189 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon4. The Music Within: "Reflection" from the album "The Dawn of a New Age" and "Woodland Brook" from the album "Peace and Serenity" by Jerald Simon.5. Poetry that Motivates - Conquer Thyself (page 75) from my book "Poetry that Motivates." My other poetry book is "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring 222 motivational and inspirational poems I have written. As a music educator, I have written 27 music books featuring original music I have composed.  Learn more about my music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. -I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - or my Music Motivation® website at: https://musicmotivation.com/coolsongs/Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club.YouTube - youtube.com/jeraldsimonFacebook - facebook.com/jeraldsimonInstagram - instagram.com/jeraldsimonLearn more about my ESSENTIAL PIANO EXERCISES COURSE and join members from 27 different countries around the world at this link:https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/ and our weekly piano lessons: http://essentialpianolessons.com/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/jeraldsimon)

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast."My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast.I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com) and the Essential Piano Exercises Course (https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/). I also teach weekly online group piano lessons at this link: http://essentialpianolessons.com/In this episode, 037 - "Make Music Wherever You Go," - I talk about the following:1. Intro/Opening: Make Music Wherever You Go!2. Positive Perceptions: "Make music wherever you go..." pg. 31from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon3. Motivation in a Minute - "One ought everyday..." pg. 199 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon4. The Music Within: "Sweet Serenity" from the album "Sweet Serenity" by Jerald Simon.5. Poetry that Motivates - The Baton (page 55) from my book "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring 222 motivational and inspirational poems I have written. My second poetry book is "Poetry that Motivates."As a music educator, I have written 25 music books featuring original music I have composed and teaching piano students worldwide about music theory, improvisation, and composition. I call them Theory Therapy, Innovative Improvisation, and Creative Composition. Learn more about my music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. -I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - or my Music Motivation® website at: https://musicmotivation.com/coolsongs/Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club.YouTube - youtube.com/jeraldsimonFacebook - facebook.com/jeraldsimonInstagram - instagram.com/jeraldsimonLearn more about my ESSENTIAL PIANO EXERCISES COURSE and join members from 20 different countries around the world at this link:https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/ and our weekly piano lessons: http://essentialpianolessons.com/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/jeraldsimon)

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast."My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast.I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com) and the Essential Piano Exercises Course (https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/). I also teach weekly online group piano lessons at this link: http://essentialpianolessons.com/In this episode, 036 - "Inspired with Inspiration," - I talk about the following:1. Intro/Opening: How can we simplify our lives?2. Positive Perceptions: "Wisdom comes from..." pg. 31 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon3. Motivation in a Minute - "We receive three educations..." pg. 176 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon4. The Music Within: "Did You Think to Pray" from the album "Hymns of the Heart" by Jerald Simon.5. Poetry that Motivates - Inspired Productivity (page 20) from my book "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring 222 motivational and inspirational poems I have written. My second poetry book is "Poetry that Motivates."As a music educator, I have written 25 music books featuring original music I have composed and teaching piano students worldwide about music theory, improvisation, and composition. I call them Theory Therapy, Innovative Improvisation, and Creative Composition. Learn more about my music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. -I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - or my Music Motivation® website at: https://musicmotivation.com/coolsongs/Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club.YouTube - youtube.com/jeraldsimonFacebook - facebook.com/jeraldsimonInstagram - instagram.com/jeraldsimonLearn more about my ESSENTIAL PIANO EXERCISES COURSE and join members from 20 different countries around the world at this link:https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/ and our weekly piano lessons: http://essentialpianolessons.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/jeraldsimon)

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast."My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast.I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com) and the Essential Piano Exercises Course (https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/). I also teach weekly online group piano lessons at this link: http://essentialpianolessons.com/In this episode, 035 - "Simplicity is the Best Policy," - I talk about the following:1. Intro/Opening: How can we simplify our lives?2. Positive Perceptions: "Simplicity is the best policy..." pg. 30 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon3. Motivation in a Minute - "All that Adam..." pg. 176 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon4. The Music Within: "Smooth Sailing" from the album "Sweet Serenity" by Jerald Simon.5. Poetry that Motivates - I am a Simple Sort of Man (page 139) from my book "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring 222 motivational and inspirational poems I have written. My second poetry book is "Poetry that Motivates."As a music educator, I have written 25 music books featuring original music I have composed and teaching piano students worldwide about music theory, improvisation, and composition. I call them Theory Therapy, Innovative Improvisation, and Creative Composition. Learn more about my music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. -I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - or my Music Motivation® website at: https://musicmotivation.com/coolsongs/Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club.YouTube - youtube.com/jeraldsimonFacebook - facebook.com/jeraldsimonInstagram - instagram.com/jeraldsimonLearn more about my ESSENTIAL PIANO EXERCISES COURSE and join members from 20 different countries around the world at this link:https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/ and our weekly piano lessons: http://essentialpianolessons.com/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/jeraldsimon)

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast."My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast.I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com) and the Essential Piano Exercises Course (https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/). I also teach weekly online group piano lessons at this link: http://essentialpianolessons.com/In this episode, 034 - "Strive to Increase Your Spirituality," - I talk about the following:1. Intro/Opening: Be physically fit but spiritually strong.2. Positive Perceptions: "Strive to increase your spirituality..." pg. 29 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon3. Motivation in a Minute - "The longer I live...Benjamin Franklin" pg. 177 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon4. The Music Within: "Come, Follow Me" from the album "Hymns of the Heart" by Jerald Simon.5. Poetry that Motivates - Fortress of Faith (page 15) from my book "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring 222 motivational and inspirational poems I have written. My second poetry book is "Poetry that Motivates."As a music educator, I have written 25 music books featuring original music I have composed and teaching piano students worldwide about music theory, improvisation, and composition. I call them Theory Therapy, Innovative Improvisation, and Creative Composition. Learn more about my music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. -I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - or my Music Motivation® website at: https://musicmotivation.com/coolsongs/Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club.YouTube - youtube.com/jeraldsimonFacebook - facebook.com/jeraldsimonInstagram - instagram.com/jeraldsimonLearn more about my ESSENTIAL PIANO EXERCISES COURSE and join members from 20 different countries around the world at this link:https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/ and http://essentialpSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/jeraldsimon)

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast."My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast.I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com) and the Essential Piano Exercises Course (https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/). I also teach weekly online group piano lessons at this link: http://essentialpianolessons.com/In this episode, 033 - "You Are Uniquely Original," - I talk about the following:1. Intro/Opening: Be YOU. Don't pretend to be someone else. Be YOURSELF. Don't be an imposter!2. Positive Perceptions: "Be Yourself..." pg. 29 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon3. Motivation in a Minute - "You cannot teach a man anything..." pg. 183 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon4. The Music Within: "Dis-Chord" from the album "Sweet Serenity" by Jerald Simon.5. Poetry that Motivates - Never Doubt Yourself (page 83) from my book "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring 222 motivational and inspirational poems I have written. My second poetry book is "Poetry that Motivates."As a music educator, I have written 25 music books featuring original music I have composed and teaching piano students worldwide about music theory, improvisation, and composition. I call them Theory Therapy, Innovative Improvisation, and Creative Composition. Learn more about my music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. -I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - or my Music Motivation® website at: https://musicmotivation.com/coolsongs/Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club.YouTube - youtube.com/jeraldsimonFacebook - facebook.com/jeraldsimonInstagram - instagram.com/jeraldsimonLearn more about my ESSENTIAL PIANO EXERCISES COURSE and join members from 20 different countries around the world at this link:https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/ and: http://essentialpianolessonSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/jeraldsimon)

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast."My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast.I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com) and the Essential Piano Exercises Course (https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/). I also teach weekly online group piano lessons at this link: http://essentialpianolessons.com/In this episode, 032 - "Building Your Dream Dynasty," - I talk about the following:1. Intro/Opening: We must learn about Dream Encoding.2. Positive Perceptions: "Everyone should dream..." pg. 18 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon3. Motivation in a Minute - "We grow great by dreams..." pg. 174 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon4. The Music Within: "Dream Catcher" from the album "Chasing Clouds" by Jerald Simon.5. Poetry that Motivates - Dare to Dream (page 80) from my book "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring 222 motivational and inspirational poems I have written. My second poetry book is "Poetry that Motivates."As a music educator, I have written 25 music books featuring original music I have composed and teaching piano students worldwide about music theory, improvisation, and composition. I refer to them as Theory Therapy, Innovative Improvisation, and Creative Composition. You can learn more about the various music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. -I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - or my Music Motivation® website at: https://musicmotivation.com/coolsongs/Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club.YouTube - youtube.com/jeraldsimonFacebook - facebook.com/jeraldsimonInstagram - instagram.com/jeraldsimonLearn more about my ESSENTIAL PIANO EXERCISES COURSE and join members from 20 different countries around the world at this link:https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/ and: http://essentialpianolessons.com/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/jeraldsimon)

Learn to play New Age piano music with Jerald Simon's, "Essential New Age Exercises" now part of his comprehensive online piano course, "Essential Piano Exercises". Visit http://www.playthe88.com/ (playthe88.com) to learn more.

He already had a product. He already had a profession. And building funnels helped him reach more people and provide more value!Today we learn from Jerald Simon, the professional musician, who has written MANY MUSIC BOOKS (you’ll hear how many in our interview) and who decided to take the One Funnel Away Challenge to see what possibilities he had with his products and business.You’ll be amazed at how the OFA Challenge changed Jerald’s mindset on things moving forward. We’ll hear about his funnels he’s constructed as well as how it even helped him in the way he went about his Amazon business!Jerald is a great example of someone who came to the Challenge, put in the work, and saw the results.Have you ever been guilty of wanting to do everything on your own? So was Jerald!! But you’ll hear how he began outsourcing and how much FREEDOM that provided him in his business! Don’t miss out on our conversation today!If you want to be the next success story, make sure to take the challenge at: OneFunnelAway.comFollow Jerald and see what he put together:Funnels:musicmotivation.com/coolsongsessentialpianoexercises.comSocial Media: jeraldsimon on Instagram / Facebook / YouTube

My guest on the show is the incredible musician and composer Jerald Simon. We talk about how a terrible accident in his youth shaped his views on life and faith, learning piano, starting a family, finding his mission in life, joy in teaching youth, composing, publishing piano songbooks, sharing his love of music and positivity through his podcast and how being a member of the church affects it all! Jerald is passionate, insightful and so talented.

Jerald Simon speaks about motivating students to feel passionate about music theory concepts. In this interview, Jerald speaks about many of the resources he offers to help to this effect. These resources are available at his website and at Amazon.

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast."My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast.I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com) and the Essential Piano Exercises Course (https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/).In this episode, 030 - "We Need More Peace and Positivity in our World ," - I talk about the following:1. Intro/Opening: We need to share more peace and positivity with others.2. Positive Perceptions: Read my book, Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon3. Motivation in a Minute - The world is hungering for peace and positivity.4. The Music Within: "Heaven on Earth" from the album "The Dawn of a New Age" by Jerald Simon, "TRIUMPHANT" by Jerald Simon, and "A Season to Be Strong" by Jerald Simon.5. Poetry that Motivates - Read my first poetry book, "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring 222 motivational and inspirational poems I have written. You may also enjoy reading my second poetry book, "Poetry that Motivates" as well.As a music educator, I have written 25 music books featuring original music I have composed and teaching piano students worldwide about music theory, improvisation, and composition. I refer to them as Theory Therapy, Innovative Improvisation, and Creative Composition. You can learn more about the various music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. -I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - or my Music Motivation® website at: https://musicmotivation.com/coolsongs/Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club.You can join the COOL SONGS Club FaceBook group on my COOL SONGS FaceBook group page at this link: http://facebook.com/groups/coolsongsclub/ - If you know anyone who would be interested in joining this new group, please invite them. I'm excited to share ideas, suggestions, and hear your thoughts!You can also learn more about my ESSENTIAL PIANO EXERCISES COURSE and join members from 20 different countries around the world at this link:https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/ - Featuring video piano lessons for Jerald's best-selling books:Essential Piano Exercises Every Piano Player Should KnowEssential Jazz Piano Exercises Every Piano Player Should Know100 Left Hand Patterns Every Piano Player Should KnowSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/jeraldsimon)

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast."My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast.I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com) and the Essential Piano Exercises Course (https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/).In this episode, 029 - "Enthusiasm begets Enthusiasm - Discover a NEW YOU by Doing Something New! ," - I talk about the following:1. Intro/Opening: What is Enthusiasm and WHY do we need it?2. Positive Perceptions: "Enthusiasm begets Enthusiasm" pg. 28 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon3. Motivation in a Minute (a motivational/inspirational topic): Enthusiasm must be nourished... - pg. 1694. The Music Within: Abide, With Me 'tis Eventide arranged by Jerald Simon from Hymns of the Heart album by Jerald Simon.5. Poetry that Motivates - "Enthusiasm" pg. 67 from my first poetry book, "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring 222 motivational and inspirational poems I have written.As a music educator, I have written 25 music books featuring original music I have composed and teaching piano students worldwide about music theory, improvisation, and composition. I refer to them as Theory Therapy, Innovative Improvisation, and Creative Composition. You can learn more about the various music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. -I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - or my Music Motivation® website at: https://musicmotivation.com/coolsongs/Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club.You can join the COOL SONGS Club FaceBook group on my COOL SONGS FaceBook group page at this link: http://facebook.com/groups/coolsongsclub/ - If you know anyone who would be interested in joining this new group, please invite them. I'm excited to share ideas, suggestions, and hear your thoughts, ideas, and tips on motivating and inspiring piano students - the FUN way!You can also learn more about my ESSENTIAL PIANO EXERCISES COURSE and join members from 20 different countries around the world at this link:https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/ - Featuring video piano lessons for Jerald's best-selling books:Essential Piano Exercises Every Piano Player Should KnowEssential Jazz Piano Exercises Every Piano Player Should Know100 Left Hand Patterns Every Piano Player Should KnowSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/jeraldsimon)

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast."My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast.I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com) and the Essential Piano Exercises Course (https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/).In this episode, 029 - "Work is Wonderful," - I talk about the following:1. Intro/Opening: Work is Wonderful - We all must learn how to work and we must do the best work we can in all we do.2. Positive Perceptions: "You Must Learn How to Work" pg. 22 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon3. Motivation in a Minute (a motivational/inspirational topic): Nothing in the world can take... - pg. 1724. The Music Within: New Age-Ish by Jerald Simon from the Sweet Serenity album by Jerald Simon.5. Poetry that Motivates - "Work a Little Harder" pg. 53 from my first poetry book, "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring 222 motivational and inspirational poems I have written.As a music educator, I have written 25 music books featuring original music I have composed and teaching piano students worldwide about music theory, improvisation, and composition. I refer to them as Theory Therapy, Innovative Improvisation, and Creative Composition. You can learn more about the various music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. -I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - or my Music Motivation® website at: https://musicmotivation.com/coolsongs/Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club.You can join the COOL SONGS Club FaceBook group on my COOL SONGS FaceBook group page at this link: http://facebook.com/groups/coolsongsclub/ - If you know anyone who would be interested in joining this new group, please invite them. I'm excited to share ideas, suggestions, and hear your thoughts, ideas, and tips on motivating and inspiring piano students - the FUN way!You can also learn more about my ESSENTIAL PIANO EXERCISES COURSE and join members from 20 different countries around the world at this link:https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/ - Featuring video piano lessons for Jerald's best-selling books:Essential Piano Exercises Every Piano Player Should KnowEssential Jazz Piano Exercises Every Piano Player Should Know100 Left Hand Patterns Every Piano Player Should KnowSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/jeraldsimon)

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast." My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast. I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com) and the Essential Piano Exercises Course (https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/). In this episode, 028 - "Do Your Best," - I talk about the following: 1. Intro/Opening: Do Your Best - What does it mean to be your best? What does it mean to do your best?2. Positive Perceptions: "Do Your Best" pg. 36 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 3. Motivation in a Minute (a motivational/inspirational topic): Nothing in the world can take... - pg. 1724. The Music Within: Sweet Hour of Prayer arranged by Jerald Simon from Hymns of the Heart album by Jerald Simon.5. Poetry that Motivates - "Be a Little Better" pg. 124 from my first poetry book, "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring 222 motivational and inspirational poems I have written. As a music educator, I have written 25 music books featuring original music I have composed and teaching piano students worldwide about music theory, improvisation, and composition. I refer to them as Theory Therapy, Innovative Improvisation, and Creative Composition. You can learn more about the various music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. - I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - or my Music Motivation® website at: https://musicmotivation.com/coolsongs/Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club. You can join the COOL SONGS Club FaceBook group on my COOL SONGS FaceBook group page at this link: http://facebook.com/groups/coolsongsclub/ - If you know anyone who would be interested in joining this new group, please invite them. I'm excited to share ideas, suggestions, and hear your thoughts, ideas, and tips on motivating and inspiring piano students - the FUN way!You can also learn more about my ESSENTIAL PIANO EXERCISES COURSE and join members from 20 different countries around the world at this link: https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/ - Featuring video piano lessons for Jerald's best-selling books:Essential Piano Exercises Every Piano Player Should KnowEssential Jazz Piano Exercises Every Piano Player Should Know100 Left Hand Patterns Every Piano Player Should KnowSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/jeraldsimon)

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast." My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast. I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com) and the Essential Piano Exercises Course (https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/). In this episode, 027 - "I'd Be Delighted," - I talk about the following: 1. Intro/Opening: Our attitude can help us or hurt us. Our response to different situations can become a delight.2. Positive Perceptions: "I'd Be Delighted" pg. 35 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 3. Motivation in a Minute (a motivational/inspirational topic): I believe that...by Eleanor Roosevelt - pg. 1714. The Music Within: Here After by Jerald Simon from The Dawn of a New Age album by Jerald Simon.5. Poetry that Motivates - "Know that I Can" pg. 122 from my first poetry book, "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring 222 motivational and inspirational poems I have written. As a music educator, I have written 25 music books featuring original music I have composed and teaching piano students worldwide about music theory, improvisation, and composition. I refer to them as Theory Therapy, Innovative Improvisation, and Creative Composition. You can learn more about the various music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. - I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - or my Music Motivation® website at: https://musicmotivation.com/coolsongs/Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club. You can join the COOL SONGS Club FaceBook group on my COOL SONGS FaceBook group page at this link: http://facebook.com/groups/coolsongsclub/ - If you know anyone who would be interested in joining this new group, please invite them. I'm excited to share ideas, suggestions, and hear your thoughts, ideas, and tips on motivating and inspiring piano students - the FUN way!You can also learn more about my ESSENTIAL PIANO EXERCISES COURSE and join members from 20 different countries around the world at this link: https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/ - Featuring video piano lessons for Jerald's best-selling books:Essential Piano Exercises Every Piano Player Should Know100 Left Hand Patterns Every Piano Player Should KnowSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/jeraldsimon)

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast." My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast. I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com) and the Essential Piano Exercises Course (https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/). In this episode, 026 - "Obstacles are Opportunities," - I talk about the following: 1. Intro/Opening: Obstacles are Opportunities - learning from our slips, trips, stumbles, and falls - Opportunities are all around us - even if obstacles overwhelm us.2. Positive Perceptions: "Obstacles are Opportunities..." pg. 35 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 3. Motivation in a Minute (a motivational/inspirational topic): All the adversity I've had in my life...from Walt Disney - pg. 1844. The Music Within: Love at Home arr. by Jerald Simon from the Hymns of the Heart album by Jerald Simon.5. Poetry that Motivates - "Trials Come to Everyone" pg. 21 from my first poetry book, "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring 222 motivational and inspirational poems I have written. As a music educator, I have written 25 music books featuring original music I have composed and teaching piano students worldwide about music theory, improvisation, and composition. I refer to them as Theory Therapy, Innovative Improvisation, and Creative Composition. You can learn more about the various music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. - I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - or my Music Motivation® website at: https://musicmotivation.com/coolsongs/Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club. You can join the COOL SONGS Club FaceBook group on my COOL SONGS FaceBook group page at this link: http://facebook.com/groups/coolsongsclub/ - If you know anyone who would be interested in joining this new group, please invite them. I'm excited to share ideas, suggestions, and hear your thoughts, ideas, and tips on motivating and inspiring piano students - the FUN way!You can also learn more about my ESSENTIAL PIANO EXERCISES COURSE and join members from 20 different countries around the world at this link: https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/ - Featuring video piano lessons for Jerald's best-selling books:Essential Piano Exercises Every Piano Player Should Know100 Left Hand Patterns Every Piano Player Should KnowSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/jeraldsimon)

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast." My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast. I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com) and the Essential Piano Exercises Course (https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/). In this episode, 025 - "A New Year - A New YOU," - I talk about the following: 1. Intro/Opening: A New Year - A New YOU - Goal Setting and Achieving2. Positive Perceptions: "Let it Go..." pg. 20 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 3. Motivation in a Minute (a motivational/inspirational topic): The importance of goal setting and how it helps us - only if we have a timeline. 4. The Music Within: TRIUMPHANT by Jerald Simon from the Triumphant by Jerald Simon.5. Poetry that Motivates - "The Journey Before Me" pg. 9 from my first poetry book, "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring 222 motivational and inspirational poems I have written. As a music educator, I have written 25 music books featuring original music I have composed and teaching piano students worldwide about music theory, improvisation, and composition. I refer to them as Theory Therapy, Innovative Improvisation, and Creative Composition. You can learn more about the various music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. - I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - or my Music Motivation® website at: https://musicmotivation.com/coolsongs/Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club. You can join the COOL SONGS Club FaceBook group on my COOL SONGS FaceBook group page at this link: http://facebook.com/groups/coolsongsclub/ - If you know anyone who would be interested in joining this new group, please invite them. I'm excited to share ideas, suggestions, and hear your thoughts, ideas, and tips on motivating and inspiring piano students - the FUN way!You can also learn more about my ESSENTIAL PIANO EXERCISES COURSE and join members from 20 different countries around the world at this link: https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/ - Featuring video piano lessons for Jerald's best-selling books:Essential Piano Exercises Every Piano Player Should Know100 Left Hand Patterns Every Piano Player Should KnowSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/jeraldsimon)

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast." My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast. I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com) and the Essential Piano Exercises Course (https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/). In this episode, 024 - "How to Unite a Divided World" - I talk about the following: 1. Intro/Opening: How to Unite a Divided World2. Positive Perceptions: "Plato's four different stages (or levels) of procedure for and toward true understanding (from The Republic)" pg. 47 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 3. Motivation in a Minute (a motivational/inspirational topic): "We grow great by dreams..." pg. 174 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 4. The Music Within: Tranquility by Jerald Simon from the album The Dawn of a New Age by Jerald Simon.5. Poetry that Motivates - "Do What Must Be Done" pg. 14 from my first poetry book, "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring 222 motivational and inspirational poems I have written. As a music educator, I have written 25 music books featuring original music I have composed and teaching piano students worldwide about music theory, improvisation, and composition. I refer to them as Theory Therapy, Innovative Improvisation, and Creative Composition. You can learn more about the various music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. - I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - or my Music Motivation® website at: https://musicmotivation.com/coolsongs/Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club. You can join the COOL SONGS Club FaceBook group on my COOL SONGS FaceBook group page at this link: http://facebook.com/groups/coolsongsclub/ - If you know anyone who would be interested in joining this new group, please invite them. I'm excited to share ideas, suggestions, and hear your thoughts, ideas, and tips on motivating and inspiring piano students - the FUN way!You can also learn more about my ESSENTIAL PIANO EXERCISES COURSE and join members from 20 different countries around the world at this link: https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/ - Featuring video piano lessons for Jerald's best-selling books:Essential Piano Exercises Every Piano Player Should Know100 Left Hand Patterns Every Piano Player Should KnowSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/jeraldsimon)

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast." My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast. I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com) and the Essential Piano Exercises Course (https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/). In this episode, 023 - "Work is Wonderful...But Make Time for Play. ENJOY LIFE!" I talk about the following: 1. Intro/Opening: Work is Wonderful...But Make Time for Play. ENJOY LIFE!2. Positive Perceptions: "Enjoy Life" pg. 34 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 3. Motivation in a Minute (a motivational/inspirational topic): "Most folks are about as happy..." pg. 195 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 4. The Music Within: Joseph Smith's First Prayer arranged by Jerald Simon from the album Hymns of the Heart by Jerald Simon.5. Poetry that Motivates - "Let Me Live" pg. 19 from my first poetry book, "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring 222 motivational. inspirational poems I have written. As a music educator, I have written 25 music books featuring original music I have composed and teaching piano students worldwide about music theory, improvisation, and composition. I refer to them as Theory Therapy, Innovative Improvisation, and Creative Composition. You can learn more about the various music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. - I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - or my Music Motivation® website at: https://musicmotivation.com/coolsongs/Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club. You can join the COOL SONGS Club FaceBook group on my COOL SONGS FaceBook group page at this link: http://facebook.com/groups/coolsongsclub/ - If you know anyone who would be interested in joining this new group, please invite them. I'm excited to share ideas, suggestions, and hear your thoughts, ideas, and tips on motivating and inspiring piano students - the FUN way!You can also learn more about my ESSENTIAL PIANO EXERCISES COURSE and join members from 20 different countries around the world at this link: https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/ - This course features video piano lessons for Jerald's best-selling books:Essential Piano Exercises Every Piano Player Should Know100 Left Hand Patterns Every Piano Player Should KnowSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/jeraldsimon)

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast." My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast. I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com) and the Essential Piano Exercises Course (https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/). In this episode, 022 - "Are We Living in an Entitlement Era," I talk about the following: 1. Intro/Opening: What doest it mean to be entitled? Are we entitled?2. Positive Perceptions: "Some people sadly and mistakenly..." pg. 33 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 3. Motivation in a Minute (a motivational/inspirational topic): "Circumstances do not determine a man..." pg. 184 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 4. The Music Within: Utopia by Jerald Simon from the album The Dawn of a New Age by Jerald Simon.5. Poetry that Motivates - "Don't Be Afraid to Work" pg. 92 from my first poetry book, "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring 222 motivational. inspirational poems I have written. As a music educator, I have written 25 music books featuring original music I have composed and teaching piano students worldwide about music theory, improvisation, and composition. I refer to them as Theory Therapy, Innovative Improvisation, and Creative Composition. You can learn more about the various music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. - I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - or my Music Motivation® website at: https://musicmotivation.com/coolsongs/Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club. You can join the COOL SONGS Club FaceBook group on my COOL SONGS FaceBook group page at this link: http://facebook.com/groups/coolsongsclub/ - If you know anyone who would be interested in joining this new group, please invite them. I'm excited to share ideas, suggestions, and hear your thoughts, ideas, and tips on motivating and inspiring piano students - the FUN way!You can also learn more about my ESSENTIAL PIANO EXERCISES COURSE and join members from 20 different countries around the world at this link: https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/ - This course features video piano lessons for Jerald's best-selling books:Essential Piano Exercises Every Piano Player Should Know100 Left Hand Patterns Every Piano Player Should KnowSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/jeraldsimon)

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast." My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast. I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com) and the Essential Piano Exercises Course (https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/). In this episode, 021 - "If You Begin Something, Finish It," I talk about the following: 1. Intro/Opening: Finish what you start!2. Positive Perceptions: "Follow through...If you begin something..." pg. 33 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 3. Motivation in a Minute (a motivational/inspirational topic): "Do not dwell in the past..." pg. 1182 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 4. The Music Within: I Know that My Redeemer Lives arranged by Jerald Simon from the album Hymns of the Heart by Jerald Simon.5. Poetry that Motivates - "Past the Point of Pain" pg. 126 from my first poetry book, "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring 222 motivational. inspirational poems I have written. As a music educator, I have written 25 music books featuring original music I have composed and teaching piano students worldwide about music theory, improvisation, and composition. I refer to them as Theory Therapy, Innovative Improvisation, and Creative Composition. You can learn more about the various music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. - I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - or my Music Motivation® website at: https://musicmotivation.com/coolsongs/Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club. You can join the COOL SONGS Club FaceBook group on my COOL SONGS FaceBook group page at this link: http://facebook.com/groups/coolsongsclub/ - If you know anyone who would be interested in joining this new group, please invite them. I'm excited to share ideas, suggestions, and hear your thoughts, ideas, and tips on motivating and inspiring piano students - the FUN way!You can also learn more about my ESSENTIAL PIANO EXERCISES COURSE and join members from 18 different countries around the world at this link: https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/ - This course features video piano lessons for Jerald's best-selling books:Essential Piano Exercises Every Piano Player Should Know100 Left Hand Patterns Every Piano Player Should KnowSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/jeraldsimon)

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast." My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast. I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com) and the Essential Piano Exercises Course (https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/). In this episode, 020 - "Be Good to Everyone - Even During Difficult Times (like a pandemic)," I talk about the following: 1. Intro/Opening: Be Your Best! - What Good Shall I Do This Day? (from Benjamin Franklin).2. Positive Perceptions: "Most people avoid opportunities..." pg. 32 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 3. Motivation in a Minute (a motivational/inspirational topic): "Do all the good you can by all..." pg. 175 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 4. The Music Within: Destiny by Jerald Simon from the album The Dawn of a New Age by Jerald Simon.5. Poetry that Motivates - "The Weary Warrior" pg. 17 from my first poetry book, "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring 222 motivational. inspirational poems I have written. As a music educator, I have written 25 music books featuring original music I have composed and teaching piano students worldwide about music theory, improvisation, and composition. I refer to them as Theory Therapy, Innovative Improvisation, and Creative Composition. You can learn more about the various music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. - I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - or my Music Motivation® website at: https://musicmotivation.com/coolsongs/Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club. You can join the COOL SONGS Club FaceBook group on my COOL SONGS FaceBook group page at this link: http://facebook.com/groups/coolsongsclub/ - If you know anyone who would be interested in joining this new group, please invite them. I'm excited to share ideas, suggestions, and hear your thoughts, ideas, and tips on motivating and inspiring piano students - the FUN way!You can also learn more about my ESSENTIAL PIANO EXERCISES COURSE at this link: https://www.essentialpianoexercises.com/ - This course features video piano lessons for Jerald's best-selling books:Essential Piano Exercises Every Piano Player Should Know100 Left Hand Patterns Every Piano Player Should KnowSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/jeraldsimon)

In episode 605 of the Get Published Podcast, Host and 15-Time Bestselling Author Paul G. Brodie talks with Jerald Simon about how he has publishded and launched over 25 of his own books. Find out more about how we can help you Share Your Story at www.GetPublishedPodcast.com

In this episode of Stories of Hope in Hard Times, Tamara K. Anderson interviews Jerald Simon. Jerald shares the many lessons he learned from surviving falling off a cliff, watching his wife bleed-out, and dealing with a sudden job loss.

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Today we have a special episode with one of THE KINDEST PEOPLE in the universe, Jerald Simon! Jerald is soft-spoken, humble, and intelligent beyond measure. You’re going to LOVE listening to him speak! Jerald talks about how he grew with a lot of powerful musical influence. His father was a professional musician and a convert to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (otherwise known as the Mormon Church). He instilled in each of his children an understanding and passion for music. Jerald talks about how his father would wake the children and have them practice their instruments. Jerald thought it was normal to wake up early to practice his instrument until third grade when he realized, from friends, that it wasn’t normal. As you can see, from an early age, Jerald knew he wanted to be a musician. However, he’s encountered significant setbacks, specifically one when he was in the second grade. You HAVE to hear his story!! Don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/saintsunscripted

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast." My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast. I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com). In this episode, 019 - "It's Never Too Late," I talk about the following: 1. Intro/Opening: It's never too late to do what you have always dreamed of doing.2. Positive Perceptions: "It's never too late..." pg. 32 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 3. Motivation in a Minute (a motivational/inspirational topic): "Our greatest weakness lies in giving up..." pg. 170 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 4. The Music Within: Father in Heaven, We Do Believe arranged by Jerald Simon from the album Hymns of Heart by Jerald Simon.5. Poetry that Motivates - "Never Quit" pg. 18 from my first poetry book, "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring 222 motivational. inspirational poems I have written. As a music educator, I have written 25 music books featuring original music I have composed and teaching piano students worldwide about music theory, improvisation, and composition. I refer to them as Theory Therapy, Innovative Improvisation, and Creative Composition. You can learn more about the various music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. - I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - or my Music Motivation® website at: https://musicmotivation.com/coolsongs/Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club. You can join the COOL SONGS Club FaceBook group on my COOL SONGS FaceBook group page at this link: http://facebook.com/groups/coolsongsclub/ - If you know anyone who would be interested in joining this new group, please invite them. I'm excited to share ideas, suggestions, and hear your thoughts, ideas, and tips on motivating and inspiring piano students - the FUN way!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/jeraldsimon)

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast." My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast. I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com). In this episode, 018 - "Focus on Faith Instead of Fear," I talk about the following: 1. Intro/Opening: What do you fear? Are you afraid? Faith is more powerful than fear.2. Positive Perceptions: "Conquer your fears..." pg. 48 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 3. Motivation in a Minute (a motivational/inspirational topic): "I believe that anyone can conquer..." pg. 171 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 4. The Music Within: A Season to Be Strong by Jerald Simon (a single) by Jerald Simon featuring Josh Simon as the lead vocalist - Jerald sings back up harmonies and plays the piano.5. Poetry that Motivates - "The Grumbles" pg. 100 from my first poetry book, "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring 222 motivational. inspirational poems I have written. As a music educator, I have written 25 music books featuring original music I have composed and teaching piano students worldwide about music theory, improvisation, and composition. I refer to them as Theory Therapy, Innovative Improvisation, and Creative Composition. You can learn more about the various music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. - I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - or my Music Motivation® website at: https://musicmotivation.com/coolsongs/Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club. You can join the COOL SONGS Club FaceBook group on my COOL SONGS FaceBook group page at this link: http://facebook.com/groups/coolsongsclub/ - If you know anyone who would be interested in joining this new group, please invite them. I'm excited to share ideas, suggestions, and hear your thoughts, ideas, and tips on motivating and inspiring piano students - the FUN way!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/jeraldsimon)

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast." My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast. I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com). In this episode, 017 - "Things Are Not Always What They Appear to Be," I talk about the following: 1. Intro/Opening: Things are not always what they appear to be...we need to be careful about what we see, hear, read, and are told.2. Positive Perceptions: "There are many..." pg. 28 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 3. Motivation in a Minute (a motivational/inspirational topic): "Circumstances do not determine a man..." pg. 184 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 4. The Music Within: Wintertide by Jerald Simon (from the Album: "Wintertide" by Jerald Simon5. Poetry that Motivates - "Where Are the Men?" pg. 10 and "Men of Honor..." and "Happy Homes" from my first poetry book, "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring 222 motivational. inspirational poems I have written. As a music educator, I have written 25 music books featuring original music I have composed and teaching piano students worldwide about music theory, improvisation, and composition. I refer to them as Theory Therapy, Innovative Improvisation, and Creative Composition. You can learn more about the various music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. - I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club. You can join the COOL SONGS Club FaceBook group on my COOL SONGS FaceBook group page at this link: http://facebook.com/groups/coolsongsclub/ - If you know anyone who would be interested in joining this new group, please invite them. I'm excited to share ideas, suggestions, and hear your thoughts, ideas, and tips on motivating and inspiring piano students - the FUN way!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/jeraldsimon)

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast." My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast. I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com). In this episode, 016 - "'People Are Doing the Best They Can", I talk about the following: 1. Intro/Opening: Who are you? Who have you been? Who would you like to be and become?2. Positive Perceptions: "As a whole, the world is filled..." pg. 28 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 3. Motivation in a Minute (a motivational/inspirational topic): "Why build these cities..." pg. 175 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 4. The Music Within: A Poor Wayfaring Man of Grief by Jerald Simon (from the Album: "Hymns of the Heart" by Jerald Simon5. Poetry that Motivates - "The Beggar and the Bourgeois" pg. 32 from my first poetry book, "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring 222 motivational. inspirational poems I have written. As a music educator, I have written 25 music books featuring original music I have composed and teaching piano students worldwide about music theory, improvisation, and composition. I refer to them as Theory Therapy, Innovative Improvisation, and Creative Composition. You can learn more about the various music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. - I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club. You can join the COOL SONGS Club FaceBook group on my COOL SONGS FaceBook group page at this link: http://facebook.com/groups/coolsongsclub/ - If you know anyone who would be interested in joining this new group, please invite them. I'm excited to share ideas, suggestions, and hear your thoughts, ideas, and tips on motivating and inspiring piano students - the FUN way!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/jeraldsimon)

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast." My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast. I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com). In this episode, 015 - "'Who Do You Want to Become?", I talk about the following: 1. Intro/Opening: Who are you? Who have you been? Who would you like to be and become?2. Positive Perceptions: "Who do you want to become..." pg. 27 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 3. Motivation in a Minute (a motivational/inspirational topic): "Treat a man as he appears to be..." pg. 188 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 4. The Music Within: Contemplation by Jerald Simon (from the Album: "Sweet Serenity" by Jerald Simon5. Poetry that Motivates - "Beaten by Bitterness" pg. 78 from my first poetry book, "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring 222 motivational. inspirational poems I have written. As a music educator, I have written 25 music books featuring original music I have composed and teaching piano students worldwide about music theory, improvisation, and composition. I refer to them as Theory Therapy, Innovative Improvisation, and Creative Composition. You can learn more about the various music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. - I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club. You can join the COOL SONGS Club FaceBook group on my COOL SONGS FaceBook group page at this link: http://facebook.com/groups/coolsongsclub/ - If you know anyone who would be interested in joining this new group, please invite them. I'm excited to share ideas, suggestions, and hear your thoughts, ideas, and tips on motivating and inspiring piano students - the FUN way!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/jeraldsimon)

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast." My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast. I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com). In this episode, 014 - "'Make a Difference in Someone's Life Today", I talk about the following: 1. Intro/Opening: What can you give, share, and provide to and for others?2. Positive Perceptions: "Make a Difference in Someone's Life Today..." pg. 26 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 3. Motivation in a Minute (a motivational/inspirational topic): "You Can Make More Friends..." pg. 194 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 4. The Music Within: Dynamite by Jerald Simon (from the Album: "Pulse" by Jerald Simon5. Poetry that Motivates - "A Faithful Friend" pg. 36 from my first poetry book, "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring 222 motivational. inspirational poems I have written. As a music educator, I have written 25 music books featuring original music I have composed and teaching piano students worldwide about music theory, improvisation, and composition. I refer to them as Theory Therapy, Innovative Improvisation, and Creative Composition. You can learn more about the various music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. - I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club. You can join the COOL SONGS Club FaceBook group on my COOL SONGS FaceBook group page at this link: http://facebook.com/groups/coolsongsclub/ - If you know anyone who would be interested in joining this new group, please invite them. I'm excited to share ideas, suggestions, and hear your thoughts, ideas, and tips on motivating and inspiring piano students - the FUN way!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/jeraldsimon)

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast." My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast. I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com). In this episode, 013 - "'Time is a Rare Commodity", I talk about the following: 1. Intro/Opening: How do you spend your time?2. Positive Perceptions: "Time is a rare commodity..." pg. 26 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 3. Motivation in a Minute (a motivational/inspirational topic): "I have only just a minute..." pg. 177 and "A man who dares to waste..." from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 4. The Music Within: From the Heart by Jerald Simon (from the Album: "Sweet Serenity" by Jerald Simon5. Poetry that Motivates - "Tomorrow" pg. 40 from my first poetry book, "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring 222 motivational. inspirational poems I have written. As a music educator, I have written 25 music books featuring original music I have composed and teaching piano students worldwide about music theory, improvisation, and composition. I refer to them as Theory Therapy, Innovative Improvisation, and Creative Composition. You can learn more about the various music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. - I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club. You can join the COOL SONGS Club FaceBook group on my COOL SONGS FaceBook group page at this link: http://facebook.com/groups/coolsongsclub/ - If you know anyone who would be interested in joining this new group, please invite them. I'm excited to share ideas, suggestions, and hear your thoughts, ideas, and tips on motivating and inspiring piano students - the FUN way!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/jeraldsimon)

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast." My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast. I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com). In this episode, 012 - "'The Gift of Christmas", I talk about the following: 1. Intro/Opening: The best Christmas gifts to give at Christmas.2. Positive Perceptions: "Thank You..." pg. 67 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 3. Motivation in a Minute (a motivational/inspirational topic): "He who conquers others is strong..." pg. 189 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 4. The Music Within: The First Noel arranged by Jerald Simon (the EP: "Oh, Come, All Ye Faithful" by Jerald Simon5. Poetry that Motivates - "A Life Well Lived" pg.123 from my first poetry book, "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring 222 motivational. inspirational poems I have written. As a music educator, I have written 25 music books featuring original music I have composed and teaching piano students worldwide about music theory, improvisation, and composition. I refer to them as Theory Therapy, Innovative Improvisation, and Creative Composition. You can learn more about the various music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. - I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club. You can join the COOL SONGS Club FaceBook group on my COOL SONGS FaceBook group page at this link: http://facebook.com/groups/coolsongsclub/ - If you know anyone who would be interested in joining this new group, please invite them. I'm excited to share ideas, suggestions, and hear your thoughts, ideas, and tips on motivating and inspiring piano students - the FUN way!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/jeraldsimon)

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast." My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast. I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com). In this episode, 011 - "'Tis the Season for Hope, Service, and Love", I talk about the following: 1. Intro/Opening: What kind of a season do you hope to have? Will you share hope or spread kindness with others? - Download my FREE PDF piano sheet music of my arrangement of "Silent Night": https://jeraldsimon.clickfunnels.com/silentnight - You can download my piano Christmas music bundle at this link: https://jeraldsimon.clickfunnels.com/christmasbundle2. Positive Perceptions: "Make a Difference..." pg. 26 and "I'd Be Delighted..." pg. 96 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 3. Motivation in a Minute (a motivational/inspirational topic): "Treat a man..." pg. 188 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 4. The Music Within: Bringing Joy to the World by Jerald Simon (a single also titled: "Bringing Joy to the World" by Jerald Simon and Angels We Have Heard on High arranged by Jerald Simon (also a single)5. Poetry that Motivates - "If Only" pg. 8 from my first poetry book, "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring 222 motivational. inspirational poems I have written. As a music educator, I have written 25 music books featuring original music I have composed and teaching piano students worldwide about music theory, improvisation, and composition. I refer to them as Theory Therapy, Innovative Improvisation, and Creative Composition. You can learn more about the various music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. - I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club. You can join the COOL SONGS Club FaceBook group on my COOL SONGS FaceBook group page at this link: http://facebook.com/groups/coolsongsclub/ - If you know anyone who would be interested in joining this new group, please invite them. I'm excited to share ideas, suggestions, and hear your thoughts, ideas, and tips on motivating and inspiring piano students - the FUN way!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/jeraldsimon)

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast." My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast. I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com). In this episode, 010 - "Stepping Stones to Success", I talk about the following: 1. Intro/Opening: You are only a few steps away from success. 2. Positive Perceptions: "There are many stepping stones..." pg. 34 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 3. Motivation in a Minute (a motivational/inspirational topic): "Our greatest weakness lies in giving up..." pg. 170 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 4. The Music Within: Pulse by Jerald Simon (from the album "Pulse" techno-pop music - by Jerald Simon 5. Poetry that Motivates - "What is Success" pg. 19 from my first poetry book, "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring 222 motivational. inspirational poems I have written. As a music educator, I have written 25 music books featuring original music I have composed and teaching piano students worldwide about music theory, improvisation, and composition. I refer to them as Theory Therapy, Innovative Improvisation, and Creative Composition. You can learn more about the various music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. - I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club. You can join the COOL SONGS Club FaceBook group on my COOL SONGS FaceBook group page at this link: http://facebook.com/groups/coolsongsclub/ - If you know anyone who would be interested in joining this new group, please invite them. I'm excited to share ideas, suggestions, and hear your thoughts, ideas, and tips on motivating and inspiring piano students - the FUN way!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/jeraldsimon)

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast." My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast. I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com). In this episode, 009 - "Do Not Dwell on Defeat", I talk about the following: 1. Intro/Opening: Do not dwell on defeat. Feelings of defeat will destroy you. 2. Positive Perceptions: "Do Not Dwell on Defeat..." pg. 35 and "If you don't attempt something..." from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 3. Motivation in a Minute (a motivational/inspirational topic): "Adversity introduces a man to Himself..." pg. 172 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 4. The Music Within: Inner Peace by Jerald Simon (from the album "Chasing Clouds" meditation music - by Jerald Simon 5. Poetry that Motivates - "Defeat" pg. 88 from my first poetry book, "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring 222 motivational. inspirational poems I have written. As a music educator, I have written 25 music books featuring original music I have composed and teaching piano students worldwide about music theory, improvisation, and composition. I refer to them as Theory Therapy, Innovative Improvisation, and Creative Composition. You can learn more about the various music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. - I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club. You can join the COOL SONGS Club FaceBook group on my COOL SONGS FaceBook group page at this link: http://facebook.com/groups/coolsongsclub/ - If you know anyone who would be interested in joining this new group, please invite them. I'm excited to share ideas, suggestions, and hear your thoughts, ideas, and tips on motivating and inspiring piano students - the FUN way!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/jeraldsimon)

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast." My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast. I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com). In this episode, 008 - "The Art of Listening", I talk about the following: 1. Intro/Opening: Do you listen more than you speak? 2. Positive Perceptions: "Listen intently..." pg. 17 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 3. Motivation in a Minute (a motivational/inspirational topic): "Blessed is the man..." pg. 178 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 4. The Music Within: The Dawn of a New Age by Jerald Simon (from the album/book "The Dawn of a New Age" - by Jerald Simon 5. Poetry that Motivates - "Listen" pg. 27 from my first poetry book, "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring 222 motivational. inspirational poems I have written. As a music educator, I have written 25 music books featuring original music I have composed and teaching piano students worldwide about music theory, improvisation, and composition. I refer to them as Theory Therapy, Innovative Improvisation, and Creative Composition. You can learn more about the various music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. - I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club. You can join the COOL SONGS Club FaceBook group on my COOL SONGS FaceBook group page at this link: http://facebook.com/groups/coolsongsclub/ - If you know anyone who would be interested in joining this new group, please invite them. I'm excited to share ideas, suggestions, and hear your thoughts, ideas, and tips on motivating and inspiring piano students - the FUN way!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/jeraldsimon)

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast." My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast. I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com). In this episode, 007 - "Goals, Guts, and Glory", I talk about the following: 1. Intro/Opening: What are your goals? 2. Positive Perceptions: "Set Goals. Goals give you directions..." pg. 15 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 3. Motivation in a Minute (a motivational/inspirational topic): "Decide what you want..." pg. 171 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 4. The Music Within: Sweet Melancholy by Jerald Simon (from the single/book "Sweet Melancholy" - by Jerald Simon 5. Poetry that Motivates - "The Prince of Possibility" pg. 31 from my first poetry book, "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring 222 motivational. inspirational poems I have written. As a music educator, I have written 25 music books featuring original music I have composed and teaching piano students worldwide about music theory, improvisation, and composition. I refer to them as Theory Therapy, Innovative Improvisation, and Creative Composition. You can learn more about the various music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. - I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club. You can join the COOL SONGS Club FaceBook group on my COOL SONGS FaceBook group page at this link: http://facebook.com/groups/coolsongsclub/ - If you know anyone who would be interested in joining this new group, please invite them. I'm excited to share ideas, suggestions, and hear your thoughts, ideas, and tips on motivating and inspiring piano students - the FUN way!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/jeraldsimon)

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast." My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast. I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com). In this episode, 006 - "What Are Your Aspirations", I talk about the following: 1. Intro/Opening: Aspirations versus Expectations 2. Positive Perceptions: "Who Do You Want to Become?..." pg. 27 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 3. Motivation in a Minute (a motivational/inspirational topic): "It is never too late..." pg. 168 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 4. The Music Within: Castles in the Sky by Jerald Simon (from the album "Castles in the Sky" - meditation/relaxation music by Jerald Simon 5. Poetry that Motivates - "Aspirations" pg. 16 from my first poetry book, "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring 222 motivational. inspirational poems I have written. As a music educator, I have written 25 music books featuring original music I have composed and teaching piano students worldwide about music theory, improvisation, and composition. I refer to them as Theory Therapy, Innovative Improvisation, and Creative Composition. You can learn more about the various music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. - I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club. You can join the COOL SONGS Club FaceBook group on my COOL SONGS FaceBook group page at this link: http://facebook.com/groups/coolsongsclub/ - If you know anyone who would be interested in joining this new group, please invite them. I'm excited to share ideas, suggestions, and hear your thoughts, ideas, and tips on motivating and inspiring piano students - the FUN way!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/jeraldsimon)

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast." My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast. I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com). In this episode, 005 - "If Only You Believe", I talk about the following: 1. Intro/Opening: I Believe in You 2. Positive Perceptions: "There are many stepping stones..." pg. 34 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 3. Motivation in a Minute (a motivational/inspirational topic): "Men often become what they..." pg. 173 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 4. The Music Within: Seismic by Jerald Simon (from the EP "Pulse" - techno pop music by Jerald Simon 5. Poetry that Motivates - "I Believe in You" pg. 12 from my first poetry book, "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring 222 motivational. inspirational poems I have written. As a music educator, I have written 25 music books featuring original music I have composed and teaching piano students worldwide about music theory, improvisation, and composition. I refer to them as Theory Therapy, Innovative Improvisation, and Creative Composition. You can learn more about the various music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. - I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club. You can join the COOL SONGS Club FaceBook group on my COOL SONGS FaceBook group page at this link: http://facebook.com/groups/coolsongsclub/ - If you know anyone who would be interested in joining this new group, please invite them. I'm excited to share ideas, suggestions, and hear your thoughts, ideas, and tips on motivating and inspiring piano students - the FUN way!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/jeraldsimon)

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast."My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast.I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com).In this episode, 003 - "You Are What You Read", I talk about the following:1. Intro/Opening: Books are portals to new destinations2. Positive Perceptions: Immerse yourself in good books...pg. 11 and Suggested Reading pg. 49 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon3. Motivation in a Minute (a motivational/inspirational topic): "The Significance of a Man..." pg. 168 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon4. The Music Within: Ocean Breeze by Jerald Simon (from the book/album "Chasing Clouds" (Meditation Music) by Jerald Simon5. Poetry that Motivates - "Let Me Live" pg. 19 from my first poetry book, "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring 222 motivational. inspirational poems I have writtenAs a music educator, I have written 25 music books featuring original music I have composed and teaching piano students worldwide about music theory, improvisation, and composition. I refer to them as Theory Therapy, Innovative Improvisation, and Creative Composition. You can learn more about the various music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. - I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club.You can join the COOL SONGS Club FaceBook group on my COOL SONGS FaceBook group page at this link: http://facebook.com/groups/coolsongsclub/ - If you know anyone who would be interested in joining this new group, please invite them. I'm excited to share ideas, suggestions, and hear your thoughts, ideas, and tips on motivating and inspiring piano students - the FUN way!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/jeraldsimon)

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast." My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast. I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com). In this episode, 004 - "Passivity is a Poison", I talk about the following: 1. Intro/Opening: Choose what you will do with your life 2. Positive Perceptions: Be proactive...pg. 11 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 3. Motivation in a Minute (a motivational/inspirational topic): "You must be the change..." pg. 168 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon 4. The Music Within: Master of My Fate by Jerald Simon (from the book "Cool Songs for Cool Kids" (book 3) and the album "Sweet Serenity" by Jerald Simon 5. Poetry that Motivates - "Do What Must Be Done" pg. 14 from my first poetry book, "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring 222 motivational. inspirational poems I have written. As a music educator, I have written 25 music books featuring original music I have composed and teaching piano students worldwide about music theory, improvisation, and composition. I refer to them as Theory Therapy, Innovative Improvisation, and Creative Composition. You can learn more about the various music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. - I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club. You can join the COOL SONGS Club FaceBook group on my COOL SONGS FaceBook group page at this link: http://facebook.com/groups/coolsongsclub/ - If you know anyone who would be interested in joining this new group, please invite them. I'm excited to share ideas, suggestions, and hear your thoughts, ideas, and tips on motivating and inspiring piano students - the FUN way!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/jeraldsimon)

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast."My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast.I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com).In this episode, 002 - "Your Own Personal Progress Plan", I talk about the following:1. Intro/Opening: My purpose and mission in life2. Positive Perceptions: Be certain of the uncertainties in life...and Don't tell me you're not good at something...pg. 10 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon3. Motivation in a Minute (a motivational/inspirational topic): "You Believe (and upon this little word..." pg. 168 from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers by Jerald Simon4. The Music Within: Heaven on Earth by Jerald Simon (from the book/album "The Dawn of a New Age" by Jerald Simon.5. Poetry that Motivates - "The Journey Before Me" pg. 9 from my first poetry book, "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring 222 motivational. inspirational poems I have writtenAs a music educator, I have written 25 music books featuring original music I have composed and teaching piano students worldwide about music theory, improvisation, and composition. I refer to them as Theory Therapy, Innovative Improvisation, and Creative Composition. You can learn more about the various music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. - I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club.You can join the COOL SONGS Club FaceBook group on my COOL SONGS FaceBook group page at this link: http://facebook.com/groups/coolsongsclub/ - If you know anyone who would be interested in joining this new group, please invite them. I'm excited to share ideas, suggestions, and hear your thoughts, ideas, and tips on motivating and inspiring piano students - the FUN way!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/jeraldsimon)

Jerald shares the many lessons he learned from surviving falling off a cliff, watching his wife bleed-out, and dealing with a sudden job loss.https://tamarakanderson.com/jerald-simon-falling-off-a-cliff-job-loss-and-possible-death-of-a-spouse/Wisdom and Lessons from Jerald SimonAbout Jerald SimonHusband to Zanny, and a father to his wonderful children.Founder of Music Motivation®Composer of 10 Music Albums, 4 EP’s and dozens of piano booksAuthor of 4 motivation and self-help books (see links below)Music mentor and piano teacherHe loves music, teaching, speaking, performing, playing sports, exercising, reading, writing poetry and self help books, and gardening.Lessons from Falling off a CliffWhen we fall down, we get back up!Look to God in moments of darkness. Keep the faith.Life is precious. It is a gift, it should be cherished.“Focus intently on what matters most…we all need to continually have reminders and even wake-up calls that help us refocus our energy into the best life has to offer.”Power of prayer: The doctors believed that I would not make it, but there were so many people praying on my behalf. It was a miracle.When bullied due to seizures during recovery–Jerald made a choice as an 8-year-old that “Every will be a new day regardless of what had happened in the past. Every day I will start fresh. I’m not going to let name-calling or my problems or experiences hold me back.”Layers of barbed wire stopped fall at intervals and saved his life–sometimes it is the hard things we hit that save us in the end.Read Jerald’s blog about falling off the cliff here.Lessons from Almost Losing WifeJerald went through the emotions of sadness, fear and grief for himself and for his childrenAt times of deepest loss it is vital to turn to God the most because you feel as if part of you is gone, and only He can fill that hole–eventually.There is a difference between “ritual” prayers and heartfelt prayers and “During dark days and difficult times, that is when your prayers become so sincere as if you are really speaking personally to God.”God answered with peace. “I knew that everything would be okay, I just didn’t know what okay meant.”Jerald explained that sometimes we are so focused on what we want that it is a bit like looking through a straw, and then God removes the straw our understanding is heightened, and we understand an eternal perspective–to think and see things with an enlarged capacity.This experience with God helped him better appreciate God’s will vs. his will.“If I focus on what God wants me to do, if I put Him first–whatever happens I know the right thing will happen.”“We can find the good even in the bad. There is always light even in the darkest area. There is a faint light that we can look to.”There is greatness within everyone. There is goodness. If you look for the best you will find it, whether it’s finding it in a person or a situation or a problem. If you focus on that good, then it will help you to feel better about your situation.”A good prayer in hard times is, “Help me find the good in this.”Lessons from Job LossAs a provider, new home owner, and soon to be father Jerald was devastated.Feelings of inadequacy and failure crept in.Prayed to God, and asked, “What would you have me do?”He decided to turn from teaching piano part-time to doing it full-time.At first it was a struggle, but looking back it was the best thing that could have happened to me.A year later, he wrote his first piano book, and then he wrote another and composed CDs (see links below to view piano books and free sheet music)If you are in a dark place, perhaps it will put you on a trajectory that will lead you to the best place for you.Sometimes we look at a problem and we think it is the worst, most terrible problem…but we don’t realize that it is taking us from our course and putting us on an even better path.Find out what God wants you to do! Ask these questions:Who am I and what do you want me to be? Who should I be?What should I be doing?What should I be learning?What new skills should I learn?What do I envision in the future?What would my future perfect life look like?Then, get out a blank piece of paper and write down the answers and what you envision for your life and where you want to be and what you want to do. Create your life plan–places you want to go, experiences you want to have, etc.Doing this pushes you to have hope in the future–then mark the steps backwards to know how to get there.Writing your life mission and goals can give you hope and something to aim for.This process is outlined in Jerald’s book “Who Are You?”Bonus Tips“I think everyone has a purpose in life. They may not understand what their individual purpose is, but everyone has a mission that only they can fulfill.”There is so much competition in life. We are trying to compete against others instead of bringing out the best in others and the best in ourselves.The, “What’s in it for me?” attitude brings a narrow view of life and prevents people from living the lives they should.When you focus only on yourself and your needs, you live life in a spiral that circles inward and gets smaller and smaller.When you focus on others, you begin in the center and you spiral outwards and your circle grows. This builds a sphere of influence/support network for when you fall. We aren’t meant to go through life on our own.Ask: How can I bless and help and serve others?Story of looking the most worthless person in the world–found that everyone has worth regardless of where they have been.Just as we can be blessed by serving others, we can blessed by others serving us.“There are times when we will help and there will be times when we need all the help we can get and we shouldn’t be afraid to ask. Share your experiences and open up with others.”“It’s okay to ask for help, and it’s okay to help people, and it is okay to be helped by others. It’s not a weakness. It’s not a failure. I believe that failure is a just a stepping stone. There is no such thing as failure–it’s just another stepping stone to help us figure out and get a stronger footing so we can step in the right direction.”We are not perfect–none of us will live a perfect life.We’re all in this together.Connect with Jerald and Links Mentionedhttp://musicmotivation.com/Jerald’s Music is on iTunes and AmazonListen to his music: Spotify, PandoraFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeraldmarcsimonInstagram: @jeraldsimonJerald has also filmed hundreds of piano lesson video tutorials on his YouTube page youtube.com/jeraldsimon

I'd like to welcome you to my podcast, "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast."My name is Jerald Simon, and I am the host of "Music, Motivation, and More - The Positivity Podcast."I am the founder of Music Motivation® (http://www.musicmotivation.com) and the creator of the Cool Songs Club (https://www.coolsongsclub.com).Every Monday I release a new podcast that follows the following format:1. Intro/Opening2. Positive Perceptions (from Perceptions, Parables, and Pointers)3. Motivation in a Minute (a motivational/inspirational topic)4. The Music Within (I take you behind the scenes and explain why I composed one of my pieces from my various albums and then have you listen to the song, piece, or instrumental music with me)5. Poetry that Motivates - I read one of my poems I have written from one of my poetry books and share some insight about the poem and why I wrote it.In this episode, 001 - "Music, Motivation, and More", I talk about the following:1. Intro/Opening: Welcome to Music, Motivation, and More. I introduce myself to you and tell you a little about me and my company, Music Motivation (musicmotivation.com)2. Positive Perceptions: What do you really want to do with your time? pg. 103. Motivation in a Minute (a motivational/inspirational topic): Be your Best. Do Your Best.4. The Music Within: Triumphant (from the single Triumphant and from my music book also called Triumphant featuring 10 film/score like instrumental pieces I have composed).5. Poetry that Motivates: - "Act 'As If'" from my first poetry book, "The 'As If' Principle" (motivational poetry) featuring 222 motivational. inspirational poems I have written.As a professional musician and composer, I have composed hundreds of songs and instrumental pieces. You can listen to my music on Spotify, Pandora, iTunes, Amazon, and all streaming sites. The music is available for purchase from all online music stores.As a music educator, I have written 25 music books featuring original music I have composed and teaching piano students worldwide about music theory, improvisation, and composition. I refer to them as Theory Therapy, Innovative Improvisation, and Creative Composition. You can learn more about the various music books I have written on my website, http://www.musicmotivation.com. - I began composing what have become known as Cool Songs to help motivate teens to want to play the piano - the FUN way. You can learn more about the fun, COOL SONGS I composed each month that have accompaniment minus tracks so students can play along with drums, guitars, keyboard synths, and other instruments and sound effects on my COOL SONGS website at https://www.coolsongsclub.com - Here is a link where you can download a FREE PDF book on motivating teen piano students ("20 Ways to Motivate Teen Piano Students to Want to Play the Piano - the FUN way): http://www.coolsongsclub.com/freebook. After entering your email where you'd like the FREE PDF sent, the page will then refresh and you can learn more about the COOL SONGS Club.You can join the COOL SONGS Club FaceBook group on my COOL SONGS FaceBook group page at this link: http://facebook.com/groups/coolsongsclub/ - If you know anyone who would be interested in joining this new group, please invite them. I'm excited to share ideas, suggestioSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/jeraldsimon)

Thanks for reading CPTP159: Inspiring and Motivating Teens with Jerald Simon from Top Music Co. Do you have trouble motivating teens in your piano studio? I think we’ve all found this difficult from time-to-time. My guest today is an expert at reaching teen students and connecting to them with the music they love. Jerald Simon has composed a whole series of pieces designed to inspire students that are especially great […] The post CPTP159: Inspiring and Motivating Teens with Jerald Simon appeared first on Top Music Co - Supporting Creative Music Teaching.

Jerald shares the many lessons he learned from surviving falling off a cliff, watching his wife bleed-out, and dealing with a sudden job loss. Wisdom and Lessons from Jerald Simon About Jerald Simon Husband to Zanny, and a father to his wonderful children. Founder of Music Motivation® Composer of 10 Music Albums, 4 EP’s and dozens of piano books Author of 4 motivation and self-help books (see links below) Music mentor and piano teacher He loves music, teaching, speaking, performing, playing sports, exercising, reading, writing poetry and self help books, and gardening. Lessons from Falling off a Cliff When we fall down, we get back up! Look to God in moments of darkness. Keep the faith. Life is precious. It is a gift, it should be cherished. “Focus intently on what matters most…we all need to continually have reminders and even wake-up calls that help us refocus our energy into the best life has to offer.” Power of prayer: The doctors believed that I would not make it, but there were so many people praying on my behalf. It was a miracle. When bullied due to seizures during recovery–Jerald made a choice as an 8-year-old that “Every will be a new day regardless of what had happened in the past. Every day I will start fresh. I’m not going to let name-calling or my problems or experiences hold me back.” Layers of barbed wire stopped fall at intervals and saved his life–sometimes it is the hard things we hit that save us in the end. Read Jerald’s blog about falling off the cliff here. (http://musicmotivation.com/at-the-age-of-8-i-fell-off-an-80-foot-cliff-and-dont-remember-anything-before-i-was-8/) Lessons from Almost Losing Wife Jerald went through the emotions of sadness, fear and grief for himself and for his children At times of deepest loss it is vital to turn to God the most because you feel as if part of you is gone, and only He can fill that hole–eventually. There is a difference between “ritual” prayers and heartfelt prayers and “During dark days and difficult times, that is when your prayers become so sincere as if you are really speaking personally to God.” God answered with peace. “I knew that everything would be okay, I just didn’t know what okay meant.” Jerald explained that sometimes we are so focused on what we want that it is a bit like looking through a straw, and then God removes the straw our understanding is heightened, and we understand an eternal perspective–to think and see things with an enlarged capacity. This experience with God helped him better appreciate God’s will vs. his will. “If I focus on what God wants me to do, if I put Him first–whatever happens I know the right thing will happen.” “We can find the good even in the bad. There is always light even in the darkest area. There is a faint light that we can look to.” There is greatness within everyone. There is goodness. If you look for the best you will find it, whether it’s finding it in a person or a situation or a problem. If you focus on that good, then it will help you to feel better about your situation.” A good prayer in hard times is, “Help me find the good in this.” Lessons from Job Loss As a provider, new home owner, and soon to be father Jerald was devastated. Feelings of inadequacy and failure crept in. Prayed to God, and asked, “What would you have me do?” He decided to turn from teaching piano part-time to doing it full-time. At first it was a struggle, but looking back it was the best thing that could have happened to me. A year later, he wrote his first piano book, and then he wrote another and composed CDs (see links below to view piano books and free sheet music) If you are in a dark place, perhaps it will...

Jerald Simon who is an author, composer and motivational speaker shares with Let's Get Moving Host Maria Shilaos how an early childhood tragedy changed his life. His story shows us how we can use a tragic event to motivate us in a positive direction.

Let's Get Moving Host Maria Shilaos interviews Utah author and composer Jerald Simon about his newest album "Castles in the Sky." Listen to his calm, peaceful music and learn how he uses various musical instruments, sounds and a resting heart rate to help his listeners relax and meditate.