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I’d like to introduce Anna. Anna was hired  4 weeks ago!! She works a couple days a week, cleans the lobby and talks with guests. She has quickly become the face of my store. Today, Anna took her first order on frontline. With some assistance, she was able to navigate the screen, take names and give out change! In Anna’s words herself, ‘Nailed it!’ We are proud of Anna!” ~Emily Trusty” Daily Story Weird And Fantastic Things — I hope, through the publication of positive stories and resources, to energize […]

Booker T. Washington was born a slave on a plantation in Franklin County, Virginia in 1856. At age 16, he left his job as a salt miner in West Virginia and walked 500 miles to Hampton, Virginia, where he was able to convince the administrators of the Hampton Institute (now Hampton University) to admit him as a student. Arriving with only fifty cents in his pocket, he worked as the school janitor to pay his way through school, ultimately graduating in 1875. Having distinguished himself as a student, Washington joined […]

–Researchers at the University of Southampton found in a study involving over 2,000 respondents that consuming bad news can cause anxiety and an overall bad mood. Uplifting news, on the other hand, motivated readers to make a positive impact rather than lament societal issues. –According to researchers, news that inspires optimism can improve heart health! –Witnessing acts of kindness produces Oxytocin, which aids in lowering blood pressure and improving our overall heart-health. Oxytocin also increases our self-esteem and optimism: www.randomactsofkindness.org Our world is a difficult place as we enter 2024 […]

Thanks Orla Kelly for this Positivity Pledge With warm regards and positive wishes, Peter Prichard — -WEBSITE/BLOG – https://havepositiveimpact.com/ -AUTHOR – the International #1 Amazon Bestseller and Readers’ Favorite 5 Star Award Recipient – “Have a Positive Impact During Uncertain Times” – https://www.amazon.com/dp/1732793808 Readers Favorite 5 Star Review stated, “If you want to make a difference in the world, but don’t know where to start, or want to make a difference in your own life, but don’t know how, this book was written for you.”

I have posted multiple times that The Greater Good Science Center – https://www.greatergood.berkeley.edu/ – is arguably the most impactful research-oriented site available to anybody looking for beautifully written and researched articles and resources that help individuals of any age and background to have a positive impact on themselves, those around them and the world in general. They published today their Favorite Books of 2023 and I strongly encourage you to take a look and consider sending it to individuals or organizations that you know are interested in having a positive […]

Here are six reasons why you should incorporate good news into your reading routine. 1. It mitigates the psychological toll of negative news. Researchers at the University of Southampton found in a study involving over 2,000 respondents that consuming bad news can cause anxiety and an overall bad mood. Uplifting news, on the other hand, motivated readers to make a positive impact rather than lament societal issues. 2. It encourages readers to stay informed on important issues. One study found that participants who read an online story focusing on solutions to […]

Charlie Chaplin lived 88 years and left 4 important messages during his life: 1. Nothing is eternal in this world, not even our problems. 2. I like to walk in the rain so that no one can see my tears. 3. A wasted day in life is when we don’t laugh. 4. The six best doctors in the world are: Sun, Rest, Exercise, Diet, Self-Esteem and Friends. Stick to them at every stage of life and enjoy a healthy life. Life is just a journey. So live for today, tomorrow […]

I have mentioned previously 9 sites that regularly publish positive news. I already published the first. I will be revisiting those sites with you between now and early next year. Here is why: –Stephen Post of Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine found that when we give of ourselves, everything from life satisfaction to self-realization and physical health is significantly improved. Mortality is delayed, depression is reduced and well-being and good fortune are increased. –In the 2016 article, “POSITIVE EMOTIONS AND WELLBEING,” by Marianna Pogosyan, Ph.D. she wrote, “The […]

Jocye Nicholson  Weird & Beautiful Things “Last night, I learned a big lesson about patriotism, compassion for your fellow man, and respect…..from an 8 year old little boy at McDonalds in Shamrock, Texas. Amongst french fries and chicken nuggets, in walks a man and his wife. The man was wearing a Vietnam Veteran cap that was adorned with several pins. I don’t know that anyone noticed him when he walked in, nor did they notice his cap; but the eight year old little boy did. Even after he had asked […]

HAVE A WONDERFUL THANKSGIVING Peter  Prichard -WEBSITE/BLOG – Have Positive Impact – https://havepositiveimpact.com/