Generated by All in One SEO Pro v5.0.1.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Plenty of Positivity With Courtney Beck ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Blog](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/blog/) - [Tal Gur's Review of the Plenty of Positivity Podcast](https://elevatesociety.com/plenty-of-positivity-podcast-review/#new_tab) - [Dr. Toby Brooks, Becoming Undone Podcast: 157 | Finding Identity Beyond Achievement: Courtney Beck Dreams Big, Goes Bold](http://undonepodcast.com/ep157/#new_tab) - [May 2026 Canvas Rebel Magazine: Meet Dr. Courtney Beck](https://canvasrebel.com/meet-dr-courtney-beck/#new_tab) - [Can the Spark of Curiosity Change a Generation?](https://www.bizcatalyst360.com/can-the-spark-of-curiosity-change-a-generation/#new_tab) - [Dr. Courtney Beck - Wednesday Wisdom #150 - Educational AD Podcast](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/dr-courtney-beck-wednesday-wisdom-150-educational-ad-podcast/) - https://vimeo.com/1121234057/285366634f?share=copy - [The Power of Positivity in Shaping Tomorrow's Leaders-Courtney Beck](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/the-power-of-positivity-in-shaping-tomorrows-leaders-courtney-beck/) - https://vimeo.com/1120855932/5bead63e40?share=copy - [DREAM BIG, LIVE BOLD - Courtney Beck -life lessons on her journey to living her purpose!](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6kGPQkirz_w#new_tab) - [Courtney Beck of Plenty of Positivity is on Wednesday Wisdom on the Educational AD Podcast](https://youtu.be/ZkkVQVupZWM#new_tab) - [Plenty of Positivity - Rob Jolles - Pocket Pep Sized Talks Podcast](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pop-plenty-of-positivity/id1497772972?i=1000699501532#new_tab) - [Mental Back Roads and Highways Live Stream](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p1oFVsTCJC8#new_tab) - [Building Meaningful Connection](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/building-meaningful-connection/) - I am excited to highlight this topic of meaningful connection! Plenty of Positivity focuses on communication, connection, and community. Establishing meaningful connections with those around us is ever so important today. In a world where everyone is running around busy as ever, constantly rushing to complete the next task of the day, I found myself - [HOW WE WON Series Blog Spotlight Courtney Beck](https://www.howwewon.org/blog/2024/10/11/florida-state-university-all-american-courtney-becks-career-advice-for-landing-your-next-job#new_tab) - [Stepping Outside Of Your Comfort Zone](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/stepping-outside-of-your-comfort-zone/) - We have all been there at one point or another in life when we had the chance to step outside our comfort zone. This could be the opportunity to go for an advanced degree, a new position in one’s career, or the opportunity to move up in sport. In this blog, I will share with - [The Competitive Mindset](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/the-competitive-mindset/) - How excited are you for the Olympic Games? Each time this cycle draws upon us, I always go back to my time in the sport of gymnastics. This blog is dedicated to achieving a competitive mindset in athletics and how it can be applied to a career. As we all know, the lessons learned in - [Wednesday Wisdom #123-Dr. Courtney Beck of Florida State University](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/educational-ad-podcast/episodes/Wednesday-Wisdom-123---Dr--Courtney-Beck-of-F-S-U-e2kjenl#new_tab) - [A Walk Down Memory Lane](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/a-walk-down-memory-lane/) - A Walk Down Memory Lane Once you are well into your adult life would you ever consider visiting the individuals from your childhood who helped mold you into the person you are present day? In this blog, I will share with you a trip I recently took where I visited with various individuals who positively - [Nature’s Beauty](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/natures-beauty/) - Nature’s Beauty Have you ever taken the time to bask in the beauty of nature? Lately, I feel as if I experienced some type of transformation in my life. I have always loved animals; you may know that from another blog post. My husband and I have two dogs, but as of recently, I began - [The Valuable Lessons Sport Teaches](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/the-valuable-lessons-sport-teaches/) - The Valuable Lessons Sport Teaches What value does sport have? Well, let me begin with how grateful I am for sports in general, and particularly the sport of gymnastics. Sport provides the ability to not only learn life lessons, but to develop lifelong relationships as well. At an early age I participated in gymnastics and - [Gratitude](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/gratitude/) - In this blog, I am going to discuss the topic of gratitude and share with you my perspective on how practicing gratitude can enhance your outlook on life. According to the Cambridge Dictionary, gratitude is "the feeling or quality of being grateful." Expressing gratitude for the people, achievements, and things we have in life is - [Never Be Afraid to Fail](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/never-be-afraid-to-fail/) - “Never Be Afraid To Fail.” When I was younger, my father would always tell me to never be afraid to fail. Still, to this present day, when I am pursuing something new, the message remains the same. These words have become my motto when it comes to pursuing new goals. In this blog, my goal - [Women In Sports Association at Florida State University](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iz3SCXJDPi0#new_tab) - Video Credit: Hailey Seibert and Zane Zwiernik - [Springtime Cleaning](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/springtime-cleaning/) - It is that time of year, Springtime! Springtime is the perfect season where we can get our homes or apartments organized, cleaned, and feeling brand spanking new! Talk about feeling this Plenty of Positivity vibe, this is the season for sure! I live in the south and I love this time of year. There is - [Educational AD Podcast: Ep #525 - Dr. Courtney Beck of Florida State University on Apple Podcasts](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-525-dr-courtney-beck-of-florida-state-university/id1519847584?i=1000648459265#new_tab) - [Celebrate Your Unique Gifts](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/celebrate-your-unique-gifts/) - What if we looked within ourselves to discover our very own uniqueness and develop our gifts we each possess? How would we feel pursuing what is in our own heart? Let’s face it, we live in a world where the access to information takes a click of a button. The ability to jump on social - [NCAA Gymnastics - 2009 Alabama at Florida - 4th Rotation](https://youtu.be/m3H1EQgzJqY?si=PxQpkW1POb1te21o&t=130#new_tab) - [Courtney Gladys (Florida) - 2009 SEC Championships | Beam](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ANIo4B8NJY#new_tab) - [2010 SEC Gymnastics Championships](https://youtu.be/b9F_KqZAtVo?si=KtBvPfTWSL2w0vK6&t=2049#new_tab) - [2010 UF - N.C. STATE](https://youtu.be/Ur4LHAHk96U?si=0-iDSAoQQhtSLBfx&t=80#new_tab) - [2009 NCAA Women's Gymnastics Championships - Floor](https://youtu.be/fRmvC1QVt5E?si=gqoX_ycdLO8tlUca&t=3950#new_tab) - [2009 NCAA Women's Gymnastics Championships - Beam](https://youtu.be/fRmvC1QVt5E?si=3waxbUfh_ZtSRCYN&t=2164#new_tab) - [2009 NCAA Women's Gymnastics Championships - Bars](https://youtu.be/fRmvC1QVt5E?si=3waxbUfh_ZtSRCYN&t=1142#new_tab) - [Courtney Gladys- 2002 Podium Meet Bars](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sKhApcxApjc#new_tab) - [Courtney Gladys- 2002 Podium Meet Floor](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E5HoquBXn1c#new_tab) - [Courtney Gladys- 2002 Podium Meet Beam](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-6kKQLvH8VE#new_tab) - [Courtney Gladys- 2002 Podium Meet Vault](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kEIGPL3-Kfk#new_tab) - [Courtney Gladys (Florida) - 2008 Florida vs. Georgia | Vault](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hXD5OnFaUMA#new_tab) - [Dogs Can Teach Us So Much About Life](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/dogs-can-teach-us-so-much-about-life/) - Dogs Can Teach Us So Much About Life We can learn so much from animals. Dogs truly are a gift. If you have ever had the opportunity to have a dog as part of your family, you will certainly resonate with this message. My husband and I have two dogs and over the years I - [How We Can Remain Focused Present Day](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/how-we-can-remain-focused-present-day/) - How We Can Remain Focused Present Day In a world where there is much noise and distractions, how can we maintain the essential focus needed to complete a goal in a timely manner? My objective in this blog is to assist you to become the best possible version of yourself by simply sharing some tips - [Upbeat, Positive, and Inspiring Music](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/upbeat-positive-and-inspiring-music/) - It is unbelievable how music can change our mood so quickly! We all have those days where we could use a pick-me-up playlist to turn the day around. Let’s be honest, it is not every day that we can be at the top of our game, but we can make our day just a little - [FSU Department of Sport Management Newsletter - Fall 2020 by FSU College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences - Issuu](https://issuu.com/fsu_education/docs/sm_newsletter_-_fall_2020#new_tab) - [FSU COACH: Master's and Graduate Certificate | College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences](https://cehhs.fsu.edu/fsu-coach-masters-and-graduate-certificate-0#new_tab) - [Florida Gators: 2010 Florida Gators Gymnastics Roster: Courtney Gladys](https://floridagators.com/sports/womens-gymnastics/roster/courtney-gladys/2471#new_tab) - [Florida Gators: Florida Gymnasts Win Southeastern Conference Title](https://floridagators.com/news/2010/3/28/17843#new_tab) - [Gator Country: Florida gymnasts post highest total of season](https://www.gatorcountry.com/university-florida-athletics/florida_gymnasts_post_highest_total_of_season/#new_tab) - [The Gainesville Sun: Roundup: UF gymnastics wins second straight](https://www.gainesville.com/story/news/2010/01/22/roundup-uf-gymnastics-wins-second-straight/31740078007/#new_tab) - [Feature about Gator Gymnast Courtney Gladys Runs on Wednesday's GatorZone](https://floridagators.com/news/2010/1/12/17229#new_tab) - [Photo Gallery: UF Gymnastics vs. Michigan](https://photos.gatorcountry.com/FloridaGatorsGymnastics/Photo-Gallery-UF-Gymnastics-vs/i-HfHw6vf#new_tab) - [Florida Gators: Gladys and Kerr to Receive Degrees this Saturday](https://floridagators.com/news/2010/12/17/19446.aspx#new_tab) - [Gator Country: The long journey of Courtney Gladys](https://www.gatorcountry.com/university-florida-athletics/the_long_journey_of_courtney_gladys/#new_tab) ## Pages - [Home](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/) - The power of a positive message or motivational story can inspire greatness. 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While pursuing her doctoral degree, Courtney founded Women In Sports Association at Florida State University (WISA) where her passion to help young women would be - [Courtney's Corner℠](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/courtneys-corner/) - "Courtney’s Corner is a book club that was created to help build a positive community. Together we will gain valuable knowledge, open our eyes to other perspectives, and walk away inspired." - Courtney Beck - Courtney’s Corner greatly values education and the obtainment of knowledge. We can never stop learning and educating ourselves no matter - [Plenty Of Positivity®](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/plenty-of-positivity/) - Courtney Beck @plentyofpositivity Instagram Courtney Beck @plentyofpositivity Instagram Plenty of Positivity is dedicated to building a positive community for a better tomorrow. My name is Courtney Beck and with much joy and excitement I introduce to you, Plenty of Positivity. It has been an incredible journey since I completed my Ph.D. program in December 2023. - [Rising Star Series](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/rising-star-series/) - What is Rising Star Series all about? ✨ Elevating Leaders for Tomorrow ✨ The Rising Star Series will feature those who exemplify excellence and focus on positivity in their lives to make their dreams come true, while providing others hope and inspiration to chase after their dreams. ✨ The time is NOW to elevate leaders - [Year in Review](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/plenty-of-positivity/year-in-review/) - Courtney Beck @plentyofpositivity Instagram Courtney Beck @plentyofpositivity Instagram June 26, 2025 Dear Plenty of Positivity Community, It has already been a year since Plenty of Positivity with Courtney Beck launched! The first year of this journey has been uniquely special. Plenty of Positivity began as an idea and not too long thereafter, it would turn - [Plenty of Positivity Podcast](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/plenty-of-positivity/podcast/) - Courtney Beck @plentyofpositivity Instagram Courtney Beck @plentyofpositivity Instagram Podcast Listen to the latest episode now! The Plenty of Positivity Podcast, hosted by Courtney Beck, is devoted to building a positive community for a better tomorrow. This podcast was created for you! My hope is for you to always feel uplifted, gain more insight on a variety of topics, - [Mission and Vision](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/plenty-of-positivity/mission-and-vision/) - Mission Plenty of Positivity with Courtney Beck is dedicated to building a positive community for a better tomorrow. Vision To create a Plenty of Positivity Movement that inspires, offers hope, and positively impacts others globally. - [Testimonials](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/testimonials/) - I have had the pleasure of hearing Dr. Beck present and also work alongside her on various projects. She is dedicated, passionate, intentional, looks to serve those around her at the highest level and a blessing to know. My students have benefited from her message and willingness to invest in their lives on multiple occasions. - [Contact](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/contact/) - courtney@plentyofpositivity.com Linkedin Profile - [What is the Elevating Leaders for Tomorrow Series All About?](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/rising-star-series/what-is-the-rising-star-series-all-about/) - What is the Elevating Leaders for Tomorrow All About? ✨ Elevating Leaders for Tomorrow ✨ The Rising Star Series will feature those who exemplify excellence and focus on positivity in their lives to make their dreams come true, while providing others hope and inspiration to chase after their dreams. ✨ The time is NOW to - [Emma Duval](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/rising-star-series/emma-duval/) - Plenty of Positivity's Rising Star: ✨ Emma Duval ✨ Elevating Leaders for Tomorrow This is a special segment of Plenty of Positivity where we highlight Rising Stars who exemplify excellence and focus on positivity in their lives to make their dreams come true, while providing others hope and inspiration to chase after their dreams. We - [June 2025](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/courtneys-corner/june-2025/) - Friends Matter, for Life: Harnessing the 8 Tenets of Dynamic Friendship By: Dr. Kimberly Horn I am excited to highlight the June book choice for Courtney’s Corner, Friends Matter, for Life: Harnessing the 8 Tenets of Dynamic Friendship by Dr. Kimberly Horn! Dr. Kimberly Horn is an esteemed professor and research psychologist, with nearly three - [May 2025](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/courtneys-corner/may-2025/) - Let Go, Let Golf By: John Rota I’m thrilled to highlight Let Go, Let Golf: Mindful Ways to Practice with Purpose by John Rota as the May pick for Courtney’s Corner! With summer approaching and golf season in full swing (pun intended), this book is the perfect read to spotlight right now. John Rota is - [Jordyn Jochims](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/rising-star-series/jordyn-jochims/) - Plenty of Positivity's Rising Star: ✨ Jordyn Jochims ✨ Elevating Leaders for Tomorrow This is a special segment of Plenty of Positivity where we highlight Rising Stars who exemplify excellence and focus on positivity in their lives to make their dreams come true, while providing others hope and inspiration to chase after their dreams. We - [Kayla Chatman-Haggerty](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/rising-star-series/kayla-chatman-haggerty/) - Plenty of Positivity's Rising Star: ✨ Kayla Chatman-Haggerty✨ Elevating Leaders for Tomorrow This is a special segment of Plenty of Positivity where we highlight Rising Stars who exemplify excellence and focus on positivity in their lives to make their dreams come true, while providing others hope and inspiration to chase after their dreams. We are - [Allie Karlinsky](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/rising-star-series/allie-karlinsky/) - Plenty of Positivity's Rising Star: ✨ Allie Karlinsky ✨ Elevating Leaders for Tomorrow This is a special segment of Plenty of Positivity where we highlight Rising Stars who exemplify excellence and focus on positivity in their lives to make their dreams come true, while providing others hope and inspiration to chase after their dreams. We - [Annie Nordgren](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/rising-star-series/annie-nordgren/) - Plenty of Positivity's Rising Star: ✨ Annie Nordgren ✨ Elevating Leaders for Tomorrow This is a special segment of Plenty of Positivity where we highlight Rising Stars who exemplify excellence and focus on positivity in their lives to make their dreams come true, while providing others hope and inspiration to chase after their dreams. We - [Ashley Marietta](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/rising-star-series/ashley-marietta/) - Plenty of Positivity's Rising Star: ✨ Ashley Marietta ✨ Elevating Leaders for Tomorrow This is a special segment of Plenty of Positivity where we highlight Rising Stars who exemplify excellence and focus on positivity in their lives to make their dreams come true, while providing others hope and inspiration to chase after their dreams. We - [Mackenzie Tolrud](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/rising-star-series/mackenzie-tolrud/) - Plenty of Positivity's Rising Star: ✨ Mackenzie Tolrud ✨ Elevating Leaders for Tomorrow This is a special segment of Plenty of Positivity where we highlight Rising Stars who exemplify excellence and focus on positivity in their lives to make their dreams come true, while providing others hope and inspiration to chase after their dreams. We - [Madison Morales](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/rising-star-series/madison-morales/) - Plenty of Positivity's Rising Star: ✨ Madison Morales ✨ Elevating Leaders for Tomorrow This is a special segment of Plenty of Positivity where we highlight Rising Stars who exemplify excellence and focus on positivity in their lives to make their dreams come true, while providing others hope and inspiration to chase after their dreams. We - [Luciana Latino](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/rising-star-series/luciana-latino/) - Plenty of Positivity's Rising Star: ✨ Luciana Latino ✨ Elevating Leaders for Tomorrow This is a special segment of Plenty of Positivity where we highlight Rising Stars who exemplify excellence and focus on positivity in their lives to make their dreams come true, while providing others hope and inspiration to chase after their dreams. We - [Ethan Doehler](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/rising-star-series/ethan-doehler/) - Plenty of Positivity's Rising Star: ✨ Ethan Doehler ✨ Elevating Leaders for Tomorrow This is a special segment of Plenty of Positivity where we highlight Rising Stars who exemplify excellence and focus on positivity in their lives to make their dreams come true, while providing others hope and inspiration to chase after their dreams. We - [February 2025](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/courtneys-corner/february-2025/) - The 90-Day Conquering Unforgiveness Journal For High-Performing High Achievers By: Dionne Nicholls-Germain The February 2025 book choice for Courtney’s Corner Book Club is The 90-Day Conquering Unforgiveness Journal For High-Performing High Achievers by Dionne Nicholls-Germain! This is an exciting time at Courtney’s Corner because this will be the first month that we are forming an - [January 2025](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/courtneys-corner/january-2025/) - Checkmate By: Greg Davis I am thrilled to start 2025 with an incredible book choice for Courtney’s Corner, Checkmate: Tips & Lessons to help you Make the Right Moves to Achieve Happiness by Greg Davis! I want to begin this book review by saying what an incredible person Greg Davis is. I had the great - [December 2024](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/courtneys-corner/december-2024/) - Think Your Way To The Top: A Nine-Time CEO's 52-Week Journal for Getting Ahead and Staying There By: Des Hague The December book choice for Courtney’s Corner is Think Your Way to the Top: A Nine-Time CEO’s 52-Week Journal for Getting Ahead and Staying There by Des Hague! Think Your Way to the Top is - [November 2024](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/courtneys-corner/november-2024/) - Self Less: Lessons Learned From A Life Devoted To Servant Leadership, In Five Acts By: Dr. Len Jessup I am excited to release the November book choice for Courtney’s Corner! Self Less: Lessons Learned From A Life Devoted To Servant Leadership, In Five Acts by Dr. Len Jessup is an inspirational and educational book that - [October 2024](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/courtneys-corner/october-2024/) - The Life Is Too Short Guy By: Scott White I am excited to announce the October book choice for Courtney’s Corner! The Life Is Too Short Guy (LITSG) by Scott White is an incredibly inspirational and uplifting book! As soon as I began reading this book, I did not want to put it down due - [September 2024](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/courtneys-corner/september-2024/) - The Art And Science Of Connection By: Kasley Killam I am thrilled to present September’s book choice for Courtney’s Corner! The Art And Science Of Connection by Kasley Killam is a MUST-READ! Kasley Killam, MPH, is a Harvard-trained social scientist and leading expert on social health. She has dedicated over ten years to studying the - [August 2024](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/courtneys-corner/august-2024/) - Success Through A Positive Mental Attitude By: Napoleon Hill and W. Clement Stone Every page of this book will inspire! Begin anew with the positive thoughts and perspective this book has to offer by Napoleon Hill and W. Clement Stone. Success Through A Positive Mental Attitude presents readers with effective principles to achieve their goals - [July 2024](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/courtneys-corner/july-2024/) - Built To Finish By: Steven Pivnik If you are seeking an inspirational book that will provide you with incredible motivation to take on your ultimate goals in life, look no further! Built To Finish by Steven Pivnik will motivate you to become the best version of yourself, while encouraging you to defy any limitation you - [June 2024](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/courtneys-corner/june-2024/) - Success Through A Positive Mental Attitude By: Napoleon Hill and W. Clement Stone Every page of this book will inspire! Begin anew with the positive thoughts and perspective this book has to offer by Napoleon Hill and W. Clement Stone. Success Through A Positive Mental Attitude presents readers effective principles to achieve their goals and ## Courtney's Corner - [August 2026](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/courtney-corner/august-2026/) - I am excited to announce that The Happy Leader: Relatable Stories of Influence & Hope as the August 2026 book choice for Courtney’s Corner Book Club! Dr. Calvin Lawrence earned his bachelor’s degree from James Madison University, where he laid the foundation for a career in education as a teacher and coach. He later received - [June 2026](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/courtney-corner/june-2026/) - I am thrilled to announce that Think For Yourself: Restoring Common Sense in an Age of Experts and Artificial Intelligence by Vikram Mansharamani is the June 2026 pick for Courtney’s Corner Book Club. Dr. Vikram Mansharamani is an academic, advisor, and author, as well as sought-after speaker who discusses navigating uncertainty. He has a PhD - [May 2026](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/courtney-corner/may-2026/) - I am thrilled to announce that Feed Your Hungry Soul: Awaken Your Loving Heart by Victor Acquista, M.D. is the May 2026 pick for Courtney’s Corner! Victor Acquista, M.D. is a successful multi-award-winning international author and speaker following career as a primary-care physician and medical executive. He is also the creator and narrator/host of a - [April 2026](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/courtney-corner/april-2026/) - I am excited to announce that A Prescription For Caring In Healthcare Leadership: Building a Culture of Compassion and Excellence by Joshua D. Hartzell, MD, MS-HPEd, FACP, FIDSA is the April 2026 pick for Courtney’s Corner! Joshua Hartzell, MD, MS-HPEd, FACP, FIDSA is a retired Army Colonel who spent 25 years in military medicine. Dr. - [February 2026](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/courtney-corner/february-2026/) - Courtney's Corner is thrilled to highlight To Mom Is To Love: Pioneering a New Kind of Motherhood by Valerie Probstfeld as the February 2026 pick! Courtney's Corner highlighted To Mom Is To Love as the February 2026 book choice because of the book's educational value, insightful research, and the beauty of motherhood. Valerie Probstfeld is a nurse - [January 2026](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/courtney-corner/january-2026/) - Courtney’s Corner is thrilled to highlight The Resilience Roadmap: 7 Guideposts for Charting Your Course in a Chaotic World by Mark Black as the January 2026 pick! Mark does an outstanding job by seamlessly blending insightful research alongside a highly practical framework coined The Resilience Roadmap, allowing readers to develop and deploy resilience. Mark Black - [December 2025](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/courtney-corner/december-2025/) - I am thrilled to highlight I Love It Here: How Great Leaders Create Organizations Their People Never Want To Leave by Clint Pulver as the December 2025 pick for Courtney’s Corner! Clint Pulver is an Emmy Award-Winning, Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, Musician, Workforce Expert, and Professional Helicopter Pilot. I chose this book as the December 2025 book - [November 2025](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/courtney-corner/november-2025/) - The Algorithm of Life: The Code to Choose Your Destiny is the November 2025 book choice for Courtney’s Corner because of the research-backed insights and inspirational value that Ambreen Nadeem offers within this book to unleashing one’s fullest potential in this lifetime. Ambreen Nadeem is a Psychologist, Master Neuroplastician, and doctoral candidate in Applied Neuroscience. - [October 2025](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/courtney-corner/october-2025/) - AI Shock: The End of Labor and Knowledge As We Know It, and the Rise of Personal Economic Value by Elijah Low is a MUST READ. Elijah Low is a best-selling author, international AI keynote speaker, and AI transformation specialist. AI Shock is the October 2025 book choice for Courtney’s Corner because of the incredible - [September 2025](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/courtney-corner/september-2025/) - I am excited to reveal the September 2025 book choice for Courtney's Corner, It’s Not About Me: Seven Key Principles for the Heart of Corporate America by Randall Haug! Randall is a servant leader, author, keynote speaker, catalyst, and Fortune 500 Account Executive. Randall’s passion for empowering leaders to create positive change by serving others - [August 2025](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/courtney-corner/august-2025/) - I am thrilled to highlight the August 2025 book choice for Courtney’s Corner, “Stack Your Deck: How to Be an ACE in Business & Life” by John Thompson III! John Thompson III has over 20 years of sales and operations leadership experience with top Fortune 500 corporations. John holds a BS in Electrical Engineering from the University - [July 2025](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/courtney-corner/july-2025/) - I am thrilled to highlight the July 2025 choice for Courtney’s Corner, “Everyday Awakening, Five Practices for Living Fully, Feeling Deeply, and Coming into Your Heart and Soul” by Catherine Duncan! Catherine Duncan, MA, BCC is an integrative spiritual consultant, holistic healer, podcast host of Everyday Awakening, and a bestselling author. Catherine possesses extensive clinical - [January 2025](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/courtney-corner/january-2025/) - I am thrilled to start 2025 with an incredible book choice for Courtney’s Corner, Checkmate: Tips & Lessons to help you Make the Right Moves to Achieve Happiness by Greg Davis! I want to begin this book review by saying what an incredible person Greg Davis is. I had the great pleasure of meeting Greg Davis and - [June 2025](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/courtney-corner/june-2025/) - I am excited to highlight the June book choice for Courtney’s Corner, Friends Matter, for Life: Harnessing the 8 Tenets of Dynamic Friendship by Dr. Kimberly Horn! Dr. Kimberly Horn is an esteemed professor and research psychologist, with nearly three decades of health behavior research. Her work and accomplishments have been recognized on a global scale. Uniquely known - [May 2025](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/courtney-corner/may-2025/) - I’m thrilled to highlight Let Go, Let Golf: Mindful Ways to Practice with Purpose by John Rota as the May pick for Courtney’s Corner! With summer approaching and golf season in full swing (pun intended), this book is the perfect read to spotlight right now. John Rota is an award-winning producer and executive, bringing a - [February 2025](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/courtney-corner/february-2025/) - The February 2025 book choice for Courtney’s Corner Book Club is The 90-Day Conquering Unforgiveness Journal For High-Performing High Achievers by Dionne Nicholls-Germain! This is an exciting time at Courtney’s Corner because this will be the first month that we are forming an official community with live sessions in collaboration with Dionne Nicholls-Germain, a Forbes - [December 2024](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/courtney-corner/december-2024/) - The December book choice for Courtney’s Corner is Think Your Way to the Top: A Nine-Time CEO’s 52-Week Journal for Getting Ahead and Staying There by Des Hague! Think Your Way to the Top is a MUST-READ for anyone seeking professional and personal development. Des Hague is an inspiring and insightful leader whose credibility certainly - [November 2024](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/courtney-corner/november-2024/) - I am excited to release the November book choice for Courtney’s Corner! Self Less: Lessons Learned From A Life Devoted To Servant Leadership, In Five Acts by Dr. Len Jessup is an inspirational and educational book that provides insightful thoughts on the impact “self less leadership” can have. Whether you hold a leadership position in an organization - [October 2024](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/courtney-corner/october-2024/) - [September 2024](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/courtney-corner/september-2024/) - [August 2024](https://www.plentyofpositivity.com/courtney-corner/august-2024/) - Every page of this book will inspire! Begin anew with the positive thoughts and perspective this book has to offer by Napoleon Hill and W. Clement Stone. Success Through A Positive Mental Attitude presents readers with effective principles to achieve their goals and witness success. 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