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How often have you thought to yourself, I am the only one struggling with this in my life? Never forget, we are all on our own journeys toward recovery and improvement and it is important to be who we are and to own it.
In today’s episode, host Jason Ramsden has a conversation with Denise Gillispie, a special education teacher in Maryland, a mother of two and someone who has struggled with addiction to alcohol and food. Denise shares her journey toward sobriety, how she handles her recovery and how she is helping others to move forward in their lives.
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In a world where everything appears to be out of control, one thing we can always focus on is controlling that which we can and then putting all other things out of our head. In focusing on what we can control rather than what we can not, we learn to be the masters of our own destiny in all areas of our lives.
In today’s episode, host Jason Ramsden has a conversation with Laura Tierney, Founder and CEO of The Social Institute, whose mission is to empower students and their role models to use social media in a positive way. We cover lots of ground in this episode from mindset to empowering children, to how you can bring a positive spin to managing your home life. Hold on tight, friends, as this episode will not disappoint.
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We’ve become accustomed to using a GPS when we get lost on America’s roads and highways but what if we start using GPS as a way to guide our daily lives? What if we started to offer grace, positivity, and support in all our daily interactions? What if it became our mantra like it is for today’s guest, Mike Cobb.
In today’s episode, host Jason Ramsden has a conversation with Mike Cobb, Head of School at All Saints Episcopal School in Tyler, Texas. A fascinating leader with a compelling philosophy focused on G.P.S. - grace, positivity, and support, Mike gives us a glimpse into how G.P.S. works at his school with faculty, students, and parents and also shares some impactful lessons along the way.
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If I had one wish for today, and truthfully every day, it would be for everyone to be a little more aware of our fellow humans, to exhibit more kindness, and to be mindful of what folks might be experiencing -- not just today but everyday. We never know what burdens others carry.
In today’s episode, host Jason Ramsden takes a few moments to remember the 20th anniversary of 9/11.
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How do you know when to pivot? Do you listen to other people or trust your gut? For many we allow outside influences to affect our lives to the point where it affects us in a negative way. Instead, why not focus on what you can do each and every day -- consistently doing all the little things in life -- to “Win the Day.”
In today’s episode, host Jason Ramsden has a conversation with Laura Cariello -- an MS Warrior who is telling her story one candle at a time. Laura has been living, scratch that, thriving in life despite being diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis over 20 years ago and in today’s conversation she shares what Follow the Whisper means and how her life has T.A.D.ed -- transformed after diagnosis.
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How do you set your intentions each day? Do you rise late, rush to get ready, head out the door and jump from task, to meeting, to phone call, to kids sports, to the grocery store with never a thought about caring for yourself? Where do you find time each day for you? When do you take a moment to just breathe? What will it take for you to realize that you, and only you, have the power to say: "I am important!"
In today’s episode, host Jason Ramsden shares 10 tips on how you can mindfully take back control of your life in these crazy times. He also shares experiences from his own life on how he is working to make improvements in the hopes of inspiring others.
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If you've been thinking about making a change in your life what's holding you back? Fear? Unsureness? Lack of vision? Everyday is a good day to start fresh and today's show is just what you been looking for friends.
In today’s episode, host Jason Ramsden shares insights into why any day, or actually any hour, is a good time to start again. He also offers 10 tips to help you with your own fresh start including experiences from his own life.
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You’re in control right? You have a belief that you can control situations, control others, and have a well laid plan for your life -- does that resonate with you? If so and you are looking for ways to let go then this episode is for you.
In today’s episode, host Jason Ramsden challenges your illusion of control, shares 5 tips for helping let go of control, as well as a fatherhood story about stopping to pressure his son academically and how it saved their relationship.
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How do you build happiness in your life? What are the basic tenets of positive psychology and how can you use them to make an impact on your life? Using PERMA (Positive Emotion, Engagement, Positive Relationships, Meaning, Accomplishment/Achievement) we can make permanent change in our lives.
In today’s episode, host Jason Ramsden dives into the basic tenets of positive psychology and shares self-coaching questions you can use when you run into limiting beliefs and road blocs with your emotions, in your relationships, and as you search for meaning in your life.
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Flourish: A Visionary New Understanding of Happiness and Well-being by Martin Seligman, Ph.d.
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Jay's moving and spending the month of July getting him and his family settled into their new home and their new town.
Positivity on Fire will be on hiatus from July 3rd to July 31st with a brand new season of shows dropping on Saturday, August 7th.
If you have missed previous episodes, now's a good time to get your listen binge on in preparation for the new season starting in August!
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Stop Managing Your Kids. Start Designing Your Legacy.
The empty nest isn’t an ending — it’s a strategic pivot. For decades, you’ve served as the CEO, director, and fixer of your…
Join Jay Ramsden, Empty Nest Coach and Strategic Advisor, for deep-dive conversations designed to help you navigate the tectonic shifts of mid-life with precision, purpose, and authority.
This isn’t just about "moving on"; it’s about Identity Equity — reclaiming the parts of yourself that were put on hold and building a second act that thrives long after the kids have launched.
Through expert interviews and solo deep dive sessions, Jay provides the strategic foresight you need to:
Because life doesn’t end in your 40s or 50s — it enters a new phase of incredible growth. Consider the possibilities. Ask "What Else?" And start designing a life that is uniquely yours.