Positively 365: Inspire, Motivate, Support

Episode 359: Trusting the Process

23 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Positively 365 we explore what it means to trust the process - even when progress feels slow or unclear.  Learn how patience, con...

Episode 358: Protecting Your Energy

16 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Positively 365 we focus on the importance of protecting your energy.  Learn how boundaries, rest, and intentional choices can hel...

Episode 357: The Strength of Showing Up

09 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Positively 365, we explore the power of simply showing up - even when energy is low or motivation is missing.  Discover how cons...

Episode 356: Starting Fresh Without Starting Over

02 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Positively 365 we explore how fresh starts don't have to mean starting over.  Learn how small shifts, renewed intention, and gent...

Episode 355: Letting Go of What You Can't Control

26 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Positively 365 we discuss the freedom that comes from letting go of what you can't control. Learn how releasing unnecessary stress ...

Episode 354: Finding Joy in the Ordinary

19 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Postively 365, we explore how joy often lives in the simplest moments of everyday life.  Learn how slowing down, paying attention,...

Episode 353: Progress Over Perfection

12 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Positively 365 we dive into the freedom of choosing progress over perfection. Learn how letting go of unrealistic standards can red...

Episode 352: The Power of Small Wins

05 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Positively 365, we explore how small, everyday victories can create momentum, boost motivation, and lead to meaningful change.  Di...

Episode 351: Trust the Timing

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is a thoughtful reflection on staying grounded during periods of waiting and learning to move forward without forcing outcomes.Books by J...

Episode 350: Letting Go of What You Can't Control

19 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This episode provides a encouraging perspective on protecting your mental wellbeing by redirecting attention toward what truly deserves your effort an...

Episode 349: Progress Not Perfection

12 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is a gentle reminder that meaningful change rarely happens all at once and why steady effort deserves more credit than flawless execution...

Episode 348: Choosing Optimism - A Daily Decision

05 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This eipisode explores optimism as a practical daily mindset that shapes how we respond to life's moments.  This perspective influences energy, motiv...

Episode 347: The Courage to Pause - Rest as Strength

29 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In a culture that glorifies nonstop hustle, choosing rest can feel rebellious.  This episode explores why slowing down takes courage - and how honori...

Episode 346: Letting Go of Comparison: Running Your Own Race

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Comparison can steal joy and distort progress.  This episode focuses on releasing the habit of measuring yourself against others and learning to hono...

Episode 345: The Power of Consistency: Small Actions, Big Impact

15 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Consistency does not require perfection.  It requires presence.  In this episode, we explore how small, repeated actions quiety build confidence, mo...

Episode 344: Resilience in the Everyday: Finding Strength in Small Wins

08 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This episode dives into the idea that resilience isn't built only through major challenges - it grows through the steady accumulation of small victori...

Episode 343: New Year, New Light: Beginning Again with Intention

01 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This New Year's Day episode highlights the power of fresh starts.  We'll discuss gentile intentions, embracing renewal, and approaching the coming ye...

Episode 342: The Quiet Gifts of Christmas

25 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A warm and reflective Christmas episode focusing on the meaningful, non-material gifts the holiday offers: presence, compassion, generosity, and toget...

Episode 341: Gratitude in Motion: Small Thanks Yous that Change Everything

18 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This episode explores how small, everyday moments of gratitude can shift our mindset, deepen our connections with others, and help us stay grounded. ...

Episode 340: Hope is the Little Light That Guides Us

11 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We should never underestimate the power of hope.  Hope is that quiet, persistent belief that better things are coming, even when it's hard to see a w...

Episode 339: The Quiet Strength of Resilience

04 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Resilence is a quality that is often overlooked.  We celebrate success while failing to realize how many times the successful person dealt with failu...

Episode 338: Thanks Giving

27 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Happy Thanksgiving!  This holiday is not just about food and football and shopping.  .The true meaning goes much deeper than that.  It is about bei...

Episode 337: Mindfulness

20 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mindfulness is about being in the present, being in the now.  It is about not being distracted by the past or the future.  Live in the present becau...

Episode 336: You Are Enough

13 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You are enough. You matter.  There is no need to spend a life chasing external validation.  Knowing  your self-worth doesn't mean you think you are...

Episode 335: The Case for Optimism

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Optimism is not about pretending.  It is about choosing to believe that challenges and setbacks are temporary, that they can (and often do) set us up...

Episode 334: The Freedom in Forgiveness

30 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Forgiveness is not something we give to the person who hurt us.  Forgiveness is something we give to ourselves.  It allows us to move past the hurt ...

Episode 333: The Gift of Gratitude

23 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Gratitude has the amazing ability to keep us positive, and it even strengthens our immune system. We all have something/someone to be grateftul for. ...

Episode 332: Bending Without Breaking

16 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The ability to bend without breaking is one way to describe resilience. This single abilty can allow us to stay positive and even to grow stronger no ...

Episode 331: Perspective and its Power

09 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Many times we can not change our situation or circumstances.  However, we can always control the way we see something, our perspective.  This single...

Episode 330: Resilience

02 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Resilience is not about never falling down.  It is about always getting back up again after each fall.  The quality of resilience helps us to learn ...

Episode 329: Optimism

25 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We can choose optimism over pessimism.  This choice certainly can make our days and our life much more positive.Books by Joseph Wadas here: AUTHOR PA...

Episode 328: Kindness

18 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Kindness can make a huge difference in our world.  And the best part is that it costs nothing.  Choose kindness today!Books by Joseph Wadas here: AU...

Episode 327: Live with Authenticity

11 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We should all lead authentic lives.  When we live with authenticity, we live as who we truly are.  We gain an inner freedom, the freedom to stop pre...

Episode 326: Patience

04 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Patience is not just about waiting.  Patience also involves keeping a great attitude while waiting.  It is rooted in the belief that all things happ...

Episode 325: Gratitude is Everything

28 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Gratitude doesn't erase problems, but it does give them perspective and context.  It makes the hardest of days and times much easier.  It makes us m...

Episode 324: Resilience

21 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Resilience is important.  Resilience is not about pretending failure doesn't hurt.  True resilience is about acknowledging the struggle, feeling the...

Episode 323: Show up!

14 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The importance of just showing up cannot be underestimated.  It is crucial that we work to be present whereever we are.  Just show up!Books by Josep...

Episode 322: Progress Over Perfection

07 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Steady progress matters far more than flawless outcomes.  Learn how letting go of perfectionism can lead to growth, peace of mind, and greater succes...

Episode 321: Confidence Starts Within

31 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We can build genuine confiddence from the inside out.  Discover how self-belief shapes your mindset, influences your actions, and helps you face life...

Episode 320: The Strength of Kindness

24 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we explore the quiet power of kindness and how small, intentional acts can create meaningful change.  Learn how kindness not only uplifts o...

Episode 319: Finding Joy in the Everyday

17 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We explore how finding joy in everyday moments can brighten your life and boost your happiness.  Discover how appreciating small pleasures creates la...

Episode 318: Embracing Change with Confidence

10 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Embracing change with confidence can lead to personal growth and new opportunities.  Learn how to face uncertainty with a positive mindset and discov...

Episode 317: Cultivating Gratitude Every Day

03 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Gratitude has the power to shift our mindset toward greater happiness and resilience.  Embracing gratitude isn't just a feeling; it's a practice that...

Episode 316: Turning Setbacks into Comebacks

26 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Setbacks can be powerful opportunities for growth and transformation.  This episode looks at why resilience - the ability to bounce back - is essenti...

Episode 315: The Power of Small Wins

19 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We should celebrate small wins.  It is the small wins that can create the foundation for lasting success and motivation.  Books by Joseph Wadas her...

Episode 314: Finding Strength in Every Step

12 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Embracing challenges can lead to personal growth and resilience.  When we face obstacles as stepping stones and opportunities, we can become better p...

Episode 313: Forgive Yourself

05 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Self-forgiveness is one of the most loving things we can do for ourselves.  We do not need to beat ourselves up over mistakes that were made in the p...

Episode 312: Later

29 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We often postpone and delay important things saying that we will do them "later."  This can become a profound regret.  What if later never comes?  ...

Episode 311: I Shall Not Live in Vain

22 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Simple acts of kindness and compassion, no matter how small, can help us find a sense of meaning and purpose.  We should never miss an opportunity to...

Episode 310: Live Authentically

15 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Living authentically means that we strip away the masks and delusions and illusions.  We focus on what truly matters and has real lasting value.Books...

Episode 309: Don't Let the Negative Inside You

08 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We can choose how respond to the negativity that is all around us.  We should strive not to let it inside us.Books by Joseph Wadas here: AUTHOR PAGE

Episode 308: Spread Positivity

01 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Do you know that positive and negative energies are both contagious?  You can shape the environment you are in by shifting the energy you put out.Boo...

Episode 307: Perspective is Everything

24 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Perspective is everything.  If you change the way you look at things, the way things look changes.Books by Joseph Wadas here: AUTHOR PAGE

Episode 306: Forgive and Forget?

17 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Forgiveness is important, but forgiveness does not mean forgetting.  Just because there is forgiveness, this does not mean that things should go back...

Episode 305: Quiet Reflections

10 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today's loud world, it can often be forgotten that silence has immense value.  We can embrace the silence in our lives and learn the lessons it ha...

Episode 304: The Last Time

03 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Since nothing lasts forever, there is a last time for everything.  Rather than fearing or dreading the last time, we can choose to embrace these bitt...

Episode 303: Adversity Can Make Us Better

27 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We should not always avoid adversity and difficulty because it is outside our comfort zone where we find the most growth.  Life's challenges are not ...

Episode 302: Learn from the School of Life

20 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We must be flexible, adaptable, and open to the lessons that life has to teach us.  This means admitting that we do not have all the answers and that...

Episode 301: Training Others How to Treat Us

13 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Whether we realize it or not, we train others on how to treat us.  By the behavior we tolerate, we show them what is and is/not acceptable.  It is i...

Episode 300: Comparison is the Thief of Joy

06 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Don't compare yourself to others. There will always be someone who seems to be better off than yoou.  Such comparisons distract you from the importan...

Episode 299: Compare Yourself to Yourself

27 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Rather than comparing ourselves to others, it is far more useful and constructive to compare yourself with your former self.  This leads to self-impr...

Episode 298: Release Anger and Negativity

20 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If we hold on to anger and negativity we become our own worst enemy.  In the long run this hurts us and others.  Work to release these negative emot...

Episode 297: Correct Mistakes Quickly

13 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes we make mistakes, and that is okay.  There is a problem, though, when we do not correct the mistake quickly.  Sometimes they can become mu...

Episode 296: We Have a Choice

06 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There are many things that happen to us in life over which we have no control.  However, we always have control over the choices we make.  Choose wi...

Episode 295: The Real Luxuries in Life

30 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Many people waste their lives chasing after things that ultimately do not matter.  It is important to check our priorities in life and to realign our...

Episode 294: Spending Life on What Matters

23 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

So many of us waste so much time, energy, and money on things that are truly useless.  Don't waste your life on uselessness.  Find what truly matter...

Episode 293: Enough

16 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Money and things cannot and will not ever buy happiness.  We must constantly remember this truth.Books by Joseph Wadas here: AUTHOR PAGE

Episode 292: Psychological Truths for Happiness

09 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We must literally rewire our minds to be happy.  This involves overcoming self-defeating thoughts and limiting assumptions.  If we train ourselves i...

Episode 291: Important Guidelines in Life

02 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Life lessons are important.  If you were to pass on to future generations, your wisdom and truth, what would you include?Books by Joseph Wadas here: ...

Episode 290: Connected to Mother Earth

26 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We are all connected to the Earth.  Not only do we come from the Earth, we are literally made up of the Earth.  This gives all connection to each ot...

Episode 289: Do Not Be Afraid

19 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Fear can have a paralyzing affect on us and be counterproductive in so many ways.  If we are to live a fully positive life, we must come to terms wit...

Episode 288: Compared to Others

12 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Comparing ourselves to others ultimately leads to dissatisfaction and unhappiness.  There will always be someone who seems to have more money, power,...

Episode 287: Purpose to Everyone

05 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There is a purpose to everyone who comes into your life.  Living with this realization will help us to focus on the meaning and significance of our r...

Episode 286: Finding Closure

28 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes we do not get the closure we think we need or deserve.  That is okay.  At times like that it is important to remember that closure really ...

Episode 285: Be Grateful

21 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Gratitude is the foundation for a positive life.  Through gratitude we are able to appreciate the good things we have in life and enjoy them.  Book...

Episode 284: Finding Happiness

14 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Very often, the truest path to finding happiness for ourselves is to help others find theirs.  Helping other people find happiness can truly make us ...

Episode 283: Be a Light

07 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's hard to live in color when the world just sees black and white.  In a world full of hate, choose to be a light.Books by Joseph Wadas here: AUTHO...

Episode 282: Learning from Mistakes

31 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's not practice that makes us perfect.  If perfection is to be attained, it is done only when we learn from past mistakes.  Each and every mistake...

Episode 281: I Shall Not Live in Vain

24 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What is it that makes life truly worthwhile?  Where should we place our priorities?  Can we be sure that we are not wasting our life?Books by Joseph...

Episode 280: The Naked Truth

17 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We live in an informaiton age.  In these times it can be difficult to tell the difference between truth and falsehoods.  We must always place value ...

Episode 279: The Best Use of Time

10 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Time is one of our most precious resources. To live a meaningful life, we must make the best use of the time we have.Books by Joseph Wadas here: AUTHO...

Episode 278: Wonderful Weekends

03 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Just how do we make the best use of our weekends to ensure that we are living the best possible life?  A positively fulfilled life is not full of was...

Episode 277: True Luxury

26 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Society wrongly defines the luxurious life because society has the wrong priorities.  Only with intentional attention on the right priorities can we ...

Episode 276: A Lasting Legacy

19 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How do you leave a true and lasting legacy that is remembered long after you are gone?  It is not done through titles, money, awards, or accolades. ...

Episode 275: Later

12 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We should not put off important things.  Putting important things off for later may mean that those things never get done.  Sometimes "later" never ...

Episode 274: Make the Most of Time

05 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Time is our most precious limited resource.  In order to live our fullest life, we must make the best use of the limited time that we have.Books by J...

Episode 273: Go Where You're Valued

29 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes making a shift to living a more positive life means that we go to where we are valued and appreciated.  This can enhance our self-esteem an...

Episode 272: Reject Limiting Beliefs

22 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you know that the bee is not designed to fly?  The good thing, though, is that the bee does not know that.  It flies anyway, despite what the "ep...

Episode 271: Catching Butterflies

15 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Rather than chasing happiness, we should let happiness find us.  We can attract happiness based on what kind of life we lead.Books by Joseph Wadas he...

Episode 270: What's in Your Cup?

08 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We have much more control over our reactions to others than we think.  We can choose to react with love, peace, and joy.Books by Joseph Wadas here: A...

Episode 269: Live a Life that Matters

01 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our time on earth is limited.  We must use our limited time wisely by spending it in what truly matters.Books by Joseph Wadas here: AUTHOR PAGE

Episode 268: Embrace Change

25 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Here is a truth: The only thing that doersn't change is that everything changes!  Embracing change in our lives can make us more adaptable and flexib...

Episode 267: The Power of Prayer

18 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There is a definite power in prayer.  It can and does change people and things.  We can use prayer and meditation to be more positive and fulfilled....

Episode 266: You Can Choose Who is in Your Life

11 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

One of the great advantages of being an adult is that you can choose who is and who is not in your life.  Fill your life with positive, uplifting peo...

Episode 265: Happiness Now!

04 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Too many people believe happiness only comes at some point in the future.  However, this mistaken belief only makes us miss the joy to be found in th...

Episode 264: Learning from Adversity

27 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We can become better people through adversity.  These challenges can often bring out the best in us and others.Books by Joseph Wadas here: AUTHOR PAG...

Episode 263 - To Thine Own Self Be True

20 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In being true to ourselves we live a more authentic life. This can only bring more fulfillment and happiness.Books by Joseph Wadas here: AUTHOR PAGE

Episode 262: Wise Sayings

13 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Finding and living by wise sayings will change your life for the better.  This episode gives some examples of some wise sayings.Books by Joseph Wadas...

Episode 261: Take Time for Yourself

06 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Make yourself a priority.  Taking time for yourself is not selfish. It is essential.Books by Joseph Wadas here: AUTHOR PAGE

Episode 260 - Compromises in Moral Values

31 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

To live a fulfilling life, we should strive to remain true to our moral values.Books by Joseph Wadas here: AUTHOR PAGE