The Power of Staying Positive Every Day With Joe Morton

Joe Morton shares his philosophy of staying positive every day. He shares with us that life can be challenging and that everyone faces difficulties, but by choosing to embrace what life brings and find the positive in every situation we can find greater joy. Joe believes in the power of gratitude and starts each day by expressing gratitude for his wife, children, nature, and his own body. He strives to live in awe and find wonder in the world around him. Joe emphasizes the importance of dreaming and believes that entrepreneurs and dreamers play a vital role in society. In this conversation, Joe Morton shares his experiences and insights on mindset, perseverance, and personal growth. He emphasizes the importance of surrounding oneself with positive and supportive people who believe in our dreams. Joe is an entrepreneur who helped found Xango, and Altra Running as well as his own podcast, Daily Cup of Joe. Growing up in a small town in Canada gave Joe a strong touch with reality. He is currently living in Utah with his wife and daughter, having sent his three sons out into the world. Together, with his wife Caryn, they have successfully helped start great companies that have helped thousands of people thrive. He has authored two books. He is passionate about life and everything that he puts his energy into. He is focused on finding the positivity in life and puts his effort into a healthy lifestyle. He has successfully completed ultra marathons and several iron distance triathlons. Joe believes in the power of human potential and the ability to find solutions to challenges. He encourages living in the present moment and embracing the unknown. Joe's favorite places he has traveled to are Thailand and Italy. Books discussed:* Think and Grow Rich - Napoleon Hill https://amzn.to/3TgQhXC* As a Man Thinketh - James Allen https://amzn.to/4eceztP* Elon Musk - Walter Isaacson https://amzn.to/3yWhpo1* Abundance - Peter Diamandis & Steven Kotler https://amzn.to/3z9R6L0* The Comfort Crisis - Michael Easter https://amzn.to/4cVLphJFind Joe on Instagram at @oh_the_places_youll_run and @a.cup.of.joe.podcastVisit his podcast on Apple Podcasts or SpotifyAlso, check out Altra RunningKey Takeaways:* Staying positive requires a conscious mindset shift and a choice to embrace what life brings.* Expressing gratitude daily can help cultivate a positive mindset.* Living in awe and finding wonder in the world can contribute to a positive outlook.* Dreaming and entrepreneurship play a crucial role in society. Surround yourself with positive and supportive people who believe in your dreams.* Failure is a stepping stone to success and an opportunity for growth.* Change your mindset about failure and view it as a learning experience.* Embrace the present moment and live in the now.* Find inspiration in stories, books, podcasts, and the people around you.* Believe in the power of human potential and the ability to find solutions to challenges.* Traveling can provide unique experiences and broaden your perspective. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit abitofcuriosity.substack.com