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Read more about the article Fairness, OPM2, and Where They Intersect
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  • Post published:March 2019
  • Post category:Columns/The Positivity Project

Fairness, OPM2, and Where They Intersect

In my articles, opinions, and actions, I have consistently been attached to the concept that society works best when we think with our hearts instead of our brains. Contained in…

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Read more about the article Finding Success Through a Love of Learning
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  • Post published:March 2019
  • Post category:Columns/Personal/The Positivity Project

Finding Success Through a Love of Learning

It's important for us to realize we can learn important lessons from others’ experiences and expertise -- and that doing so is a strength of character. Because if we assume…

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Read more about the article Cheering Others On — A Crucial Part of OPM2
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  • Post published:March 2019
  • Post category:Columns/Personal/The Positivity Project

Cheering Others On — A Crucial Part of OPM2

Imagine you find out a friend received the opportunity you both have always wanted. After the initial disappointment, would the bitterness linger or would you celebrate with them? It would…

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Read more about the article Enthusiasm: Cherishing an Opportunistic Mindset
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  • Post published:March 2019
  • Post category:Columns/Personal/The Positivity Project

Enthusiasm: Cherishing an Opportunistic Mindset

Our attitudes play a major role in determining the direction of our lives. I won’t say they’re the absolute deciding factor — but I will say bringing enthusiasm to the…

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Read more about the article Love: A Crucial Part of Our Lives
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  • Post published:February 2019
  • Post category:Columns/Personal/The Positivity Project

Love: A Crucial Part of Our Lives

Every February, we go out and purchase heart-shaped chocolates and bake heart-shaped cookies to represent our love for certain people. But all that matters about those chocolates and candies is…

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Read more about the article OPM2: Helping Others Through Adversity
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  • Post published:January 2019
  • Post category:Columns/Personal/The Positivity Project

OPM2: Helping Others Through Adversity

This article is also available on The Positivity Project's website. When a conflict arises, we tend to do one of two things – we either come together and bond as…

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Read more about the article In a World Full of Distractions, Prudence Cannot be Undervalued
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  • Post published:January 2019
  • Post category:Columns/Personal/The Positivity Project

In a World Full of Distractions, Prudence Cannot be Undervalued

I’m somebody who values living in the moment and working with what you have presently. Yet, I have learned to mix that in with preparing for the future, which has…

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Read more about the article Thinking With Our Hearts:  Is it Possible and What Does it Mean?
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  • Post published:January 2019
  • Post category:Columns/Personal/The Positivity Project

Thinking With Our Hearts: Is it Possible and What Does it Mean?

Some would say our hearts keep us alive, but I will always argue that they keep us living. Using our hearts to think doesn’t leave us asking “what if” questions.…

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Read more about the article Perseverance: How to Push Through the Tough Times and Get to the Great Ones
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  • Post published:January 2019
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Perseverance: How to Push Through the Tough Times and Get to the Great Ones

The feeling of tears rushing down your face is among the worst sensations we experience, but it sets up some of the greatest moments of our lives. When the tears…

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Read more about the article Optimistic Mindsets: What Feeds us During Positive Moments and Pushes us Through Negative Ones
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  • Post published:September 2018
  • Post category:Columns/Personal/The Positivity Project

Optimistic Mindsets: What Feeds us During Positive Moments and Pushes us Through Negative Ones

I can fail to accomplish a goal 100 times, but I won’t hesitate to take the 101st swing. I will continue to follow the pattern of watching my efforts fall…

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Read more about the article Teamwork, Brotherhood, and Lasting Memories of F-M Football
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  • Post published:July 2018
  • Post category:Columns/Personal/The Positivity Project

Teamwork, Brotherhood, and Lasting Memories of F-M Football

In football, if one guy isn’t all in, nobody succeeds. Every other guy may be fulfilling their role, but it doesn’t matter. Whether you are the star quarterback or on…

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Read more about the article What is the Positivity Project?
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  • Post published:June 2017
  • Post category:Columns/Reporting/The Positivity Project

What is the Positivity Project?

According to the Positive Psychology Center at the University of Pennsylvania, Positive Psychology “is the scientific study of the strengths that enable individuals and communities to thrive.” That's what the…

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