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Stay Positive: Encouraging Quotes and Messages to Fuel Your Life with Positive Energy
Fuel yourself and others with positive energy―inspirational quotes and encouraging messages to live by from bestselling author, Jon Gordon.
Ever since he wrote the mega bestseller The Energy Bus, Jon Gordon has been sharing inspirational messages and encouragement via his talks, books, and social media posts. After many requests to create a collection of his quotes, Jon teamed up with his long-time friend, Daniel Decker, to create Stay Positive.
Stay Positive is more than a book of positive quotes. This book is a resource you can turn to each day for encouragement to help you take on your daily challenges, pursue your goals and dreams, and create positive momentum in your life. The power of positive thoughts is not about being Pollyanna Positive; it’s the real stuff that makes a proven difference in your perspective and life. After all, we don’t give up because it’s hard; we give up because we get discouraged. By fueling yourself with encouragement and positive energy, you’ll have greater power to overcome negativity, neutralize the naysayers, and conquer adversity.
Stay Positive is more than a phrase. It’s an approach to life that says when you get knocked down, you'll get back up and find a way forward one faithful step and optimistic day at a time. Start your day with a message from the book, or pick it up anytime you need a mental boost. You can start from the beginning, or open the book to any page and find a message that speaks to you. However you decide to use Stay Positive, it’s a go-to resource for anyone wanting to inject a healthy dose of positivity into their life.
Ever since he wrote the mega bestseller The Energy Bus, Jon Gordon has been sharing inspirational messages and encouragement via his talks, books, and social media posts. After many requests to create a collection of his quotes, Jon teamed up with his long-time friend, Daniel Decker, to create Stay Positive.
Stay Positive is more than a book of positive quotes. This book is a resource you can turn to each day for encouragement to help you take on your daily challenges, pursue your goals and dreams, and create positive momentum in your life. The power of positive thoughts is not about being Pollyanna Positive; it’s the real stuff that makes a proven difference in your perspective and life. After all, we don’t give up because it’s hard; we give up because we get discouraged. By fueling yourself with encouragement and positive energy, you’ll have greater power to overcome negativity, neutralize the naysayers, and conquer adversity.
Stay Positive is more than a phrase. It’s an approach to life that says when you get knocked down, you'll get back up and find a way forward one faithful step and optimistic day at a time. Start your day with a message from the book, or pick it up anytime you need a mental boost. You can start from the beginning, or open the book to any page and find a message that speaks to you. However you decide to use Stay Positive, it’s a go-to resource for anyone wanting to inject a healthy dose of positivity into their life.
288 pages, Hardcover
First published December 5, 2019
About the author
Jon Gordon
158 books721 followersJon Gordon is an American business consultant and author on the topics of leadership, culture, sales, and teamwork.
Jon Gordon's best-selling books and talks have inspired readers and audiences around the world. His principles have been put to the test by numerous NFL, NBA, and college coaches and teams, Fortune 500 companies, school districts, hospitals and non-profits. He is the author of The Wall Street Journal bestseller The Energy Bus, The No Complaining Rule, Training Camp, The Shark and The Goldfish, Soup, The Seed and his latest The Positive Dog. Jon and his tips have been featured on The Today Show, CNN, Fox and Friends and in numerous magazines and newspapers. His clients include The Atlanta Falcons, Campbell Soup, Wells Fargo, State Farm, Novartis, Bayer and more.
Jon is a graduate of Cornell University and holds a Masters in Teaching from Emory University. He and his training/consulting company are passionate about developing positive leaders, organizations and teams.
When he's not running through airports or speaking, you can find him playing tennis or lacrosse with his wife and two "high energy" children.
You can find him on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jongordonpage
Jon Gordon's best-selling books and talks have inspired readers and audiences around the world. His principles have been put to the test by numerous NFL, NBA, and college coaches and teams, Fortune 500 companies, school districts, hospitals and non-profits. He is the author of The Wall Street Journal bestseller The Energy Bus, The No Complaining Rule, Training Camp, The Shark and The Goldfish, Soup, The Seed and his latest The Positive Dog. Jon and his tips have been featured on The Today Show, CNN, Fox and Friends and in numerous magazines and newspapers. His clients include The Atlanta Falcons, Campbell Soup, Wells Fargo, State Farm, Novartis, Bayer and more.
Jon is a graduate of Cornell University and holds a Masters in Teaching from Emory University. He and his training/consulting company are passionate about developing positive leaders, organizations and teams.
When he's not running through airports or speaking, you can find him playing tennis or lacrosse with his wife and two "high energy" children.
You can find him on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jongordonpage
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June 2, 2026
This book is full of super positive, bubbling over with awesome, feel your best because you deserve it, quotes and messages. The cover states it, and it is exactly as advertised. For that reason, I gave it three stars. I deducted a star because a lot of the quotes and messages were repeated. New content throughout would have been appreciated or a reduction of content to make it all original.
Would I recommend this one?
Sure. It would fit in nicely with expired magazines on a coffee table at a doctor’s office.
Would I recommend this one?
Sure. It would fit in nicely with expired magazines on a coffee table at a doctor’s office.
July 8, 2021
I received this book as part of a gift basket from my administration and PTSO during the 2020 pandemic.
I'm not opposed to including God and talk about faith as part of your book on positivity, but as an atheist it really doesn't help me in any way. I know God and faith are big things in this country and it's uncommon in my area to have never attended church, but it's also not something that is a universal experience for all so I feel like this book should almost have a disclaimer somewhere that says this is from the viewpoint of someone who believes in God and that faith is a noticeable part of how they believe you can be more positive. If that disclaimer is on this book I didn't see it, but now that I know that Gordon and Decker are self help writers who put God into their written work I don't think I'll be reading any more of their work simply because it does not apply to my life and I know it will affect my opinion and overall enjoyment of their work.
I'm not opposed to including God and talk about faith as part of your book on positivity, but as an atheist it really doesn't help me in any way. I know God and faith are big things in this country and it's uncommon in my area to have never attended church, but it's also not something that is a universal experience for all so I feel like this book should almost have a disclaimer somewhere that says this is from the viewpoint of someone who believes in God and that faith is a noticeable part of how they believe you can be more positive. If that disclaimer is on this book I didn't see it, but now that I know that Gordon and Decker are self help writers who put God into their written work I don't think I'll be reading any more of their work simply because it does not apply to my life and I know it will affect my opinion and overall enjoyment of their work.
December 16, 2019
An easy read (under an hour), but great reminders of what is truly important! Staying positive is hard, but worth it!
January 18, 2025
I had to read this one for work.
I’m currently at a wrestling tournament, staying positive that they might turn off the air conditioning and turn on the heat… Anywho. This is full of great quotes and messages to inspire you. Not necessarily having to be read from front to back, the author says just open to any page and read the quote to get in a positive mindset. Because I did read it front to back, I did notice some repetition of the same quotes that would pop up in different fonts. So that may be where flipping it open to chance may be better.
Nonetheless, I found some really inspiring quotes to remember!
I’m currently at a wrestling tournament, staying positive that they might turn off the air conditioning and turn on the heat… Anywho. This is full of great quotes and messages to inspire you. Not necessarily having to be read from front to back, the author says just open to any page and read the quote to get in a positive mindset. Because I did read it front to back, I did notice some repetition of the same quotes that would pop up in different fonts. So that may be where flipping it open to chance may be better.
Nonetheless, I found some really inspiring quotes to remember!
January 12, 2020
It's hard not to like anything Jon Gordon puts out - a breath of fresh air in a world of distractions and negativity. I've been sending some snapshots of these quotes to my kids for the past few months (and getting feedback on a few here and there). Some fantastic nuggets in here - reinforcing new ideas and timeless thoughts on positivity and optimism and the impact on your personal life and those around you.
February 16, 2020
Stay Positive
As far as the content of the book, it was potent and powerful. The book was jam packed with great thoughts and it would have been great to be able to highlight them and share them with myself as reminders. I faced a multitude of challenges highlighting and sharing some of the memorable quotes, thoughts and ideas.
Content wise, I loved it
As far as the content of the book, it was potent and powerful. The book was jam packed with great thoughts and it would have been great to be able to highlight them and share them with myself as reminders. I faced a multitude of challenges highlighting and sharing some of the memorable quotes, thoughts and ideas.
Content wise, I loved it
November 23, 2020
A current student recommended this book to me. It is a collection of quotes from many other pieces that Jon Gordon wrote. The quotes are inspiring, and I can see how it would appeal to many people.
The quote that resonated with me the most was "Rejection is often our greatest protection. Sometimes not getting what we want leads us to getting what we need."
The quote that resonated with me the most was "Rejection is often our greatest protection. Sometimes not getting what we want leads us to getting what we need."
January 1, 2020
Fun read with great quotes
I love Jon Gordon’s books and this was a fun read with different quotes from all of his books. The book was hard to read on my Kindle app, not sure why but the bottom of each page was cut off
I love Jon Gordon’s books and this was a fun read with different quotes from all of his books. The book was hard to read on my Kindle app, not sure why but the bottom of each page was cut off
January 27, 2020
This is an uplifting and inspirational book. It’s like a book of best quotes. It can be read in one sitting or if you are having a down day, open the book to any page to be uplifted and motivated.
May 7, 2020
this book brought in ideas and quotes form all of Jon's books. It's a great reference for daily reflections both morning and night.
June 30, 2020
Awesome book about positivity
Easy read.
I read it while on the treadmill. I was so inspired, I didn't pay attention to the time passing. I'm going to give these as gifts.
Easy read.
I read it while on the treadmill. I was so inspired, I didn't pay attention to the time passing. I'm going to give these as gifts.
March 21, 2021
I LOVE this book! I read a quote from it each morning. I love to give for gifts too.
March 30, 2021
This is a quick read and something I go to when I need a positive moment in life. Not a book I read cover to cover but one I read often.
August 27, 2021
Book #28 of my #30BookSummer Challenge! Keeping this one close at hand and will be referencing quotes throughout my school year!
October 10, 2021
Great book.
Came across this book on Amazon, and was not disappointed! Read the whole thing in just a few days! Check it out!
Came across this book on Amazon, and was not disappointed! Read the whole thing in just a few days! Check it out!
February 17, 2023
Excellent book. Could not put it down.
March 23, 2023
Great book of inspiration!
May 28, 2024
Fun collection for quick reads here and there.
February 11, 2025
Great book of short fantastic quotes to keep you motivated. I continue to grab it off the shelf and read a couple short quotes all the time.
May 8, 2025
Headway
January 8, 2026
Simple and motivational.
December 29, 2020
Good Reminders
This was a great prep for planning my 2021 goals. Beautiful reminders of what I want for my team and my organization. ❤️
This was a great prep for planning my 2021 goals. Beautiful reminders of what I want for my team and my organization. ❤️
January 12, 2020
Stay Positive is a delightful read filled with time-honored advice from Jon Gordon and Daniel Decker. Although I read the whole book, this is one that I will keep on my desk. There is a lot of value in picking it up each day, going to a random page, and reading the quote. We all need to work on being positive every day, and Gordon and Decker provide extra motivation to keep us on the right path.
January 6, 2020
Loads of inspirational quotes. Not much substance otherwise but still a quality read.
October 20, 2022
مثبتگرایی، چیزی بیش از حس مثبت درونیه و تمام ابعاد زندگی ما رو تحت تأثیر قرار میده.
بخش عمدهای از این کتاب براساس اصول روانشناسی مثبتنگر نوشته شده و به چگونگی رهبری مثبتگرا در تیمها و سازمانها پرداخته.
رهبری مثبتگرا میگه مثبتنگری و عملگرایی، توان مقابله با چالشها و بهبود شرایط رو در ما ایجاد میکنه.
بخش عمدهای از این کتاب براساس اصول روانشناسی مثبتنگر نوشته شده و به چگونگی رهبری مثبتگرا در تیمها و سازمانها پرداخته.
رهبری مثبتگرا میگه مثبتنگری و عملگرایی، توان مقابله با چالشها و بهبود شرایط رو در ما ایجاد میکنه.
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