Neal Smith

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14 minutes

[ Happiness & Hope ]

What If We Are Wrong About Addiction?

What if our notions about the source of addictions are completely wrong? If you have anyone in your life with these issues, take a look at this amazing TED Talk!

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Although I have seen some ‘good news’ sites come and go over the past 20 years, your site stands out…

~ Leo, Germany

Keep a Dose of Optimism with You Wherever You Go!

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It's Throwback Thursday, so feast your eyes upon t

It's Throwback Thursday, so feast your eyes upon this photo of our founders Dr. Lynda and Dr. Chuck! ⠀
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Before EWC was a thing, these two love birds owned a successful dental practice for over 30 years. They chalk up much of their success to being open and curious, and offering close personal connections with their patients. This warmth has been a huge factor in both the success of Ever Widening Circles and the Conspiracy of Goodness Network today!⠀
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What is your secret to success? Tell us in the comments below, we'd love to know your thoughts.

Always! ⠀ ⠀ #Quoteoftheday #GaryVaynerchuk⠀

Always! ⠀
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#Quoteoftheday #GaryVaynerchuk⠀
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Are you ready to enter the age of "Conscious Capit

Are you ready to enter the age of "Conscious Capitalism"?⠀
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This week we're exploring a new era of consumerism with a guest who is a visionary thinker, writer, entrepreneur, economist, and communications theorist...Vinny Tafuro ( @vinnytafuro )!⠀
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Tune in as we chat about the societal and economic shifts that are helping human connection and kindness to take over the business world.⠀
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Tap the link in our bio to listen to the episode!

It's a new month, and this time around we want you

It's a new month, and this time around we want you to get creative!⠀
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Take some time to flex those creative muscles and make something that inspires you. ✨⠀
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Tag us in your posts and stories so we can see what you've come up with!

Have you made choices today that reflect how you w

Have you made choices today that reflect how you want your future to be?⠀
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#Quoteoftheday #EleanorRoosevelt⠀
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Set those reminders for 6pm tomorrow folks, we're

Set those reminders for 6pm tomorrow folks, we're hosting an inspiring Happy[ness] Hour with artist, inventor, and all-around great guy, Marco Santini! ( @_marco_santini_ )⠀
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Tune in as we learn about what inspires him on his mission to spread love and positivity through art and education.⠀
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Find us over on the Network! ConspiracyOfGoodnessNetwork.com (And if you're not a member yet, there's still time! Apply now to access this event for FREE.)

Have you ever felt the gravitational pull of being

Have you ever felt the gravitational pull of being around a fire? 🔥⠀
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For eons, most people and cultures have made their meals over an open fire. Today's article introduces Derek Wolf ( @overthefirecooking ), a chef who is reinventing the way we think about cooking over outdoor flames and helping us reconsider the way we connect with each other in modern times!⠀
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Click the link in our bio to see how he's doing it, and even learn a few new campfire cooking tips for yourself!⠀
Shoutout to Breeo ( @breeo ) for the tantalizing video!⠀
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August 4th is the day we get to peek behind the sc

August 4th is the day we get to peek behind the scenes into the studio of the one and only Marco Santini! ( @_marco_santini_)⠀
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Join us at 6pm EST to learn about Marco's mission to spread love and positivity through art and education. You won't want to miss out on this gem of a virtual event!⠀
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This Happy[ness Hour is FREE for Conspiracy of Goodness Network members. Not a member yet? No worries! Apply now and learn more about our exclusive virtual events at ConspiracyOfGoodnessNetwork.com (link in bio)

Victory is not winning or losing it is giving ever

Victory is not winning or losing it is giving everything you do 100% effort.⠀
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#Quoteoftheday #BillBowerman⠀
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Awww this is a heartwarming story at sea if we've

Awww this is a heartwarming story at sea if we've ever heard one! ❤⠀
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Do you remember the sweet tale of the lobster boat captain and his seagull companion Red Eye? ⠀
We wrote about their special connection a little while back. Now we're seeing in the news that Red Eye has found a companion too! ⠀
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Copy/ paste this link to watch the CBS Story:⠀
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Read the article we wrote by copy/pasting this link into your browser 👉🏽 https://buff.ly/3oWLN7w⠀
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Do you have a special relationship with an animal? Tell us about it in the comments!

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