On a Positive Note

On a Positive Note

By Jonas CainSociety & Culture
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On a Positive Note episodes

  • Etched in the Heart

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


    OFFER

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


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    Website: onapositivenote.com

    TIMESTAMPS

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

    01:22 Insight about

    02:02 Positive news story about

    05:22 Insight about

    06:04 Reflection question

    06:21 Wrap up


    LINKS & REFERENCES

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

    • HOST

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


      MUSIC

      “Safety Net” by Riot

      “Lightning Bugs” by Geographer

      "Hero's Ascent" by Chris Haugen

      “A Quiet Thought” by Wayne Jones


      TAGS

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

      8 min
    • Heart of Gold

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


      OFFER

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


      CONNECT WITH THE SHOW

      Website: onapositivenote.com


      TIMESTAMPS

      00:15 Joke about a javelin thrower

      00:35 Insight about a javelin thrower

      01:20 Positive news story about a javelin thrower

      02:41 Insight about a javelin thrower

      04:57 Reflection questions

      05:13 Wrap up


      LINKS & REFERENCES

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

      • HOST

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


        MUSIC

        “Safety Net” by Riot

        “Lightning Bugs” by Geographer

        "Hero's Ascent" by Chris Haugen

        “A Quiet Thought” by Wayne Jones


        TAGS

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

        6 min
      • Social Support

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


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


        CONNECT WITH THE SHOW
        Website: onapositivenote.com


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


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

        https://twitter.com/orisho_yonezawa


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


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


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

        5 min
      • Stick Your Neck Out

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


        OFFER

        Become an official member of Hashtag Positivity and gain access to valuable resources to help you initiate and manage positive change for your growth and development. Enroll now at learn.hashtagpositivity.com/join


        CONNECT WITH THE SHOW

        Website: onapositivenote.com


        TIMESTAMPS

        00:15 Joke about a giraffe in a horse race

        00:33 Insight about long shots

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

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

        04:30 Reflection

        04:46 Wrap up


        LINKS & REFERENCES

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

        • HOST

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


          MUSIC

          “Safety Net” by Riot

          “Lightning Bugs” by Geographer

          “A Quiet Thought” by Wayne Jones


          Read the Transcript

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


          TAGS

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

          6 min
        • From Pain to Passion

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


          OFFER

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


          CONNECT WITH THE SHOW

          Website: onapositivenote.com


          TIMESTAMPS

          00:15 Introduction to Andrew Buerger

          01:04 Joke about mountain climbing

          01:57 Insight about mountain climbing

          03:24 The dangers of avoiding pain

          05:11 How to turn pain into passion

          06:36 Positive stories of turning pain into passion

          07:10 A quote from Mark Twain

          07:20 The secret to wellness

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

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

          09:50 How to make every day a positive day

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

          12:40 Where to find Andrew’s book

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

          14:49 A quote from Viktor Frankl

          14:07 Wrap up


          LINKS & REFERENCES

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

          • HOST

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


            MUSIC

            “Safety Net” by Riot

            “Lightning Bugs” by Geographer

            “A Quiet Thought” by Wayne Jones


            TAGS

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

            15 min
          • Relish the Moments

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


            OFFER

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


            CONNECT WITH THE SHOW

            Website: onapositivenote.com


            TIMESTAMPS

            00:16 Joke about two friend eating hotdogs

            00:45 Insight about relishing the moments

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

            03:10 Insight about relishing friendships

            03:46 Reflection question

            03:59 Wrap up


            LINKS & REFERENCES

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

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


            HOST

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


            MUSIC

            “Safety Net” by Riot

            “Lightning Bugs” by Geographer

            “A Quiet Thought” by Wayne Jones


            TAGS

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

            5 min
          • Meet New Friends

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


            OFFER

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


            CONNECT WITH THE SHOW

            Website: onapositivenote.com


            TIMESTAMPS

            00:15 Joke about growing older

            00:37 Insight about growing older

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

            03:01 Insight about meeting new friends

            03:30 Reflection question

            03:44 Wrap up


            LINKS & REFERENCES

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

            • HOST

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


              MUSIC

              “Safety Net” by Riot

              “Lightning Bugs” by Geographer

              “A Quiet Thought” by Wayne Jones


              TAGS

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

              5 min
            • Shared Blessings

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


              OFFER

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


              CONNECT WITH THE SHOW

              Website: onapositivenote.com


              TIMESTAMPS

              00:15 Joke about charity

              01:06 Insight about charity

              02:00 Positive news story about charity

              03:04 Insight about charity

              03:40 Reflection questions

              03:54 Wrap up


              LINKS & REFERENCES

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

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


              HOST

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


              MUSIC

              “Safety Net” by Riot

              “Lightning Bugs” by Geographer

              “A Quiet Thought” by Wayne Jones


              TAGS

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

              5 min
            • Authentic Character

              Throughout our lives we will be called to play many roles, and though we may not always get the role that we had hoped for—and perhaps not even the ones we feel most suited for—even still, we are challenged to step up and play our part with authentic character. And when we do this, we become empowered with opportunities to be Happy, regardless of the roles we play.

              Check out this episode of One a Positive Note to learn more.


              OFFER

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


              CONNECT WITH THE SHOW

              Website: onapositivenote.com


              TIMESTAMPS

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

              00:31 Insight about happiness

              01:12 Positive news story about an actor with integrity fighting for equality

              02:31 Insight about equality, integrity, and happiness

              03:57 Reflection questions

              04:26 Wrap up


              LINKS & REFERENCES

              Travis, B. (2020, September 28). Chadwick Boseman boosted Sienna Miller’s 21 Bridges salary from his own pay. Retrieved from https://www.empireonline.com/movies/news/chadwick-boseman-boosted-sienna-miller-s-21-bridges-salary-from-his-own-pay/


              HOST

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


              MUSIC

              “Safety Net” by Riot

              “Lightning Bugs” by Geographer

              “A Quiet Thought” by Wayne Jones


              TAGS

              Positivity, Inspiration, Emotional Intelligence, Psychological Capital, Self-Awareness, Self-Regulation, Motivation, Empathy, SocialSkills, Hope, Efficacy, Resilience, Optimism, On a Positive Note, Positive News Stories, Some Good News, Hollywood, Chadwick Boseman, Sienna Miller, character, integrity, equality

              6 min
            • Valuable Skills

              Even the most seemingly mundane skills can be used to our advantage and may even be just the thing that sets us apart from others. Check out this episode of On a Positive Note to learn more.


              OFFER

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


              CONNECT WITH THE SHOW

              Website: onapositivenote.com


              TIMESTAMPS

              00:16 Joke about a security guard

              00:33 Insight about valuable skills

              01:18 Positive news story about using valuable skills to help other

              02:33 Insight about kindness

              03:12 Reflection questions

              03:29 Wrap up


              TRANSCRIPT

              The full transcript of this episode is available here: https://www.onapositivenote.com/episodes/valuable-skills


              LINKS & REFERENCES

              Corbley, M. (2020, July 7). Supermarket security guard is going viral for holding an umbrella over dog standing in the rain. Retrieved from

              https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/supermarket-security-guard-holds-umbrella-over-dog/


              HOST

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


              MUSIC

              “Safety Net” by Riot

              “Lightning Bugs” by Geographer

              “A Quiet Thought” by Wayne Jones


              TAGS

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

              5 min

            About On a Positive Note

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            The world is full of negative news stories, so the goal of this podcast is to look to what’s right with the world first and then use that knowledge to make what’s wrong with the world a little bit…