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Feel-Good Friday: May 20

Happy Feel-Good Friday! This week’s good news round-up is all about never giving up! From persevering to achieve a goal, even with a rough start, to performing daunting acts of courage to save the lives of strangers, we guarantee that you will find renewed hope in these incredible examples of resilience and kindness. Enjoy!

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Clementine Ranch

Clementine Ranch: An Animal Sanctuary of Peace, Love, and Rock ‘n’ Roll

Clementine Ranch is an animal sanctuary that is home to nearly 200 rescue animals. Built on compassion, determination, and a rock ‘n’ roll vibe, the ranch serves as a loving space for animals and people alike.

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former gang members

How Two Former Gang Members Are Giving Back

When Samson Phommabout and Levi Lieske were just young boys, they were lured into a gang life filled with violence, death, and prison time. But with hard work and determination, these two former gang members have turned their lives around by creating successful businesses and giving back to the community.

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Feel-Good Friday

Feel-Good Friday: May 13

Another uplifting edition of Feel-Good Friday is here! From a stranger’s one-of-a-kind act of kindness to some very special furry and feathered friends, this week’s good news roundup is sure to give you all the feels! May your weekend be filled with joy and positivity!

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Ukrainian Refugees

Uniting to Help Ukrainian Refugees

When Russia invaded Ukraine, Jared Turner and Josh Adams jumped into action to help Ukrainian refugees. After collecting cash donations, the two men traveled to Poland to provide aid and unite their efforts with others dedicated to helping displaced families.

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Petroglyphs

Preserving Petroglyphs with Drone Photography

Petroglyphs give us a priceless glimpse into the past. And one man has dedicated himself to documenting and preserving these delicate treasures using his unique talents.

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Feel-Good Friday

Feel-Good Friday: May 6

Hooray for Feel-Good Friday! On this Mother’s Day weekend, there is so much good news to celebrate. From tender moments with moms, grandmas, and mothers-in-law to very special birthday wishes and thoughtful thank-you gifts, this round-up of good news moments will fill your heart with sunshine and happiness. Enjoy!

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Adam Nugent weight loss

How Adam Nugent Lost 120 Pounds

For most of his life, Adam Nugent turned to food to cope with his emotions, and as his unhappiness grew, so did his clothing size. Here’s how he completely transformed—both physically and mentally.

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Nature Quotes

10 Nature Quotes to Remind Us to Enjoy the Great Outdoors

There is so much beauty, inspiration, and healing to be found in nature! Here are 10 nature quotes to remind us to get outside, look around, and enjoy the great outdoors!

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Podcast Episodes

Rob Shaffer

Episode 77: Build the Best You with Rob Shaffer

Self development mentor Rob Shaffer has had his fair share of personal struggles, including drug addiction. Today, he’s a successful social worker who hosts incredible men’s retreats to share his knowledge with others. His story is one of deep self-reflection and honesty that will inspire you to look at your own life differently.

Leslie Zimmerman

Episode 76: Forging Courage with Leslie Zimmerman

Adam Nugent’s guest, Leslie Zimmerman, is a combat veteran who suffers from PTSD but has been able to help others cope with it along with other disabilities. In today’s episode, learn more about her incredible story and her work with military families and veterans who have sacrificed so much.

Todd Sylvester

Episode 75: The Power of Action with Todd Sylvester

As a mental fitness coach, author, and podcaster, Todd Sylvester has help for those looking to get more out of life, move beyond limiting beliefs, and overcome addictions, depression, and anxiety. Learn more about Todd’s inspiring life story, his thoughts on self-image, belief systems, self-discipline, and ways to help you and your family begin your journey to happiness! 

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Another week has come and gone, and we have arrive Another week has come and gone, and we have arrived at the weekend! 

Thought we’d share this pretty photo with you and wish you a very happy, restful, and peaceful Friday. 😇

pc: @travelsfromutah 

#nugentgoodnews #goodnewsutah #utahphotographer #nature #naturephoto
We all deserve self-love and appreciation! What is We all deserve self-love and appreciation! What is your favorite way to make time for yourself when you need it? 🛁❤️📖🧘💆‍♀️

Let us know in the comments! 

#selflove #nugentgoodnews #love #questionoftheweek #selfcare
@theclementineranch is a place for both animals an @theclementineranch is a place for both animals and people to take sanctuary. Run by @66robfenn and @radiolindsey, Clementine Ranch is home to over 200 animals—many of which were rescued from bad situations and are now free to live out their lives in place of peace and love. ❤️🐐🐓🐄🐎🐑

This sweet story is now live on our website and can be found in our profile link! Go now to read about this special place and to find more information if you’d like to volunteer or donate. 🫶

#theclementineranch #ranchlife #utahnonprofit #donate #volunteer #animalsanctuary #animallovers
Accepting yourself doesn’t mean accepting just t Accepting yourself doesn’t mean accepting just the good parts or the parts you already like—it means giving grace to our whole selves—even the pieces that we sometimes wish we could change. 

@hyve.vibe.rob had a troubled childhood and carried many of those experiences into adulthood—which led to him making some dangerous decisions. When looking at him today, you would hardly believe that he had a felony charge at 18, drug addiction that lasted 8 years, and had to come back from hitting rock bottom. Today he has created strong relationships, is a successful social worker (soon to be LCSW🎉), and also hosts incredible men’s retreats to share his knowledge with others! 

His story is one of deep self-reflection and honesty that will inspire you to look at your own life differently. Listen today at our link in bio! 👂

#therapist #mensretreat #selfdevelopment #socialwork #hyvevibes #nugentgoodnews
There is a lesson in the story of Samson Phommabou There is a lesson in the story of Samson Phommabout and Levi Lieske: If you’ve started to travel down a path that you no longer want to be on, you can always turn around. 

Levi and Samson grew up surrounded by violence. Both became members of gangs, had run-ins with the law, and ultimately served jail time. Separately, they decided they wanted to turn their lives around, and they ended up finding each other again! Another lesson to be learned from their story—if you find friends who will lift you up, anything is possible! ❤️

Read more about their extraordinary lives at our link in bio. 👏

#changeyourlife #mmafighter #barber #tattooartist #nugentgoodnews #saltlakecity #utahlocals
A beautiful quote to start your week off right! Pa A beautiful quote to start your week off right! Part of the beauty of life is that we get to create ourselves! What are you creating today? ✨

#mondaymotivation #goodnewsworld #happiness #inspirationalquotes #inspire #nugentgoodnews #create
The colors in this photo are everything 🤩 Just The colors in this photo are everything 🤩 Just something beautiful to start your weekend off right! 

Have a wonderful one! Make it count.💛

#naturephoto #nugentgoodnews #beutahful #prettylandscapes #utahtravels
Oh life, with its seemingly endless to-do list. It Oh life, with its seemingly endless to-do list. It can feel daunting, but we also find checking things off of our to do list to be so motivating! Nothing feels better than finishing that task that you’ve been putting off. So what did you today or this week that you’re proud of yourself for? Comment below and we’ll celebrate with you! 👏

#nugentgoodnews #questionoftheweek #goodnews #accomplishment #beproud
When Russia invaded Ukraine in February of 2022, m When Russia invaded Ukraine in February of 2022, many of us watched from afar and wondered what we could do to help. Jared Turner and Josh Adams went to work right away raising money ($10,000 to be exact) to take over to Poland, where many refugees were fleeing to. 

The refugees’ main request? That we don’t forget about them. Jared says, “Don’t get numb or immune to the news. The Russians are counting on us to move on. Just pay attention, contact your representatives to help support Ukrainians.” If you would like to donate financially or give support in other ways, click the link in our bio for more information and the full story! 💙💛🇺🇦

#ukraine #refugees #goodnewsstory #donate #volunteer #charity
Leslie Zimmerman is in one word an advocate. Speci Leslie Zimmerman is in one word an advocate. Specifically, she spends her time advocating for veterans and their families in a variety of ways. She is passionate about giving those who have served our country the resources and help they deserve. A few of the organizations she is involved in that do just that include: @dollsofhope, @docandgunnys, and the @georgewbush institute. She has also written a series of books for children of deploying parents. 

In today’s episode she told us the story of receiving her PTSD diagnosis, making the tough decision to retire from the military, and all of the incredible things she has accomplished since then to better her life and the lives of many others. 

Listen to this heroic episode today in our profile link! ❤️🤍💙🇺🇸

#veteran #armyveteran #veteranadvocate #author #nugentgoodnews
Utah is home to many natural wonders—but did you Utah is home to many natural wonders—but did you know that some of its historical sites date back to 2000 B.C.? That’s right, we’re talking about petroglyphs and those who work tirelessly to protect them. People like Kevin Wellard, an aerial photographer who has been documenting petroglyphs since 2011. Learn about these ancient glimpses into the past and why we must preserve them at our link in bio. 🏜

Photo credit: @dioscuriii 

#beutahful #petroglyphs #utahphotography #naturephotography #nugentgoodnews #positivelyutah #goodnewsutah
We are all striving for happiness in our life. It We are all striving for happiness in our life. It is the reason behind many of our decisions and why we make the choices we do. But sometimes we forget that happiness isn’t a goal—we can have it right now! Of course, life brings sadness and the good feelings ebb and flow, but you don’t have to wait to be happy. Happiness is not a someday—you can feel it today!💛⭐️☀️😆😇

#happiness #behappy #mondaymotivation #nugentgoodnews #happinessquotes
Nature possesses complexities, uniformities, and s Nature possesses complexities, uniformities, and simplicities. They make our world all the more beautiful 😍 

A great example—this photo by @travelsfromutah that captures some pretty lines within the red rocks. 

Enjoy your Mother’s Day weekend!🧡

#naturephotos #naturephotography #simplify #beutahful #travelsfromutah #nugentgoodnews
Today’s question is a simple one—how are you f Today’s question is a simple one—how are you feeling on this beautiful day? Tell us in one word or a few! Comment below ❤️

P.S. In honor of #maythefourth yesterday, check out a fun This or That in our stories! 

#questionoftheweek #nugentgoodnews #feelings #happy #sad #sharethelove
For most of his life, @adamnugent turned to food t For most of his life, @adamnugent turned to food to cope with his emotions. As his unhappiness grew, so did his clothing size. In today’s article, he outlines how he completely transformed—both physically and mentally—because to heal on the outside, you have to heal what’s inside as well. ❤️

Click our link in bio to find out how Adam lost 120 pounds! 

#weightlossjourney #transformation #healthy #losingweightthehealthyway #nugentgoodnews #goodnewsstory #inspiration
Who are you? Many of us answer the question inco Who are you? 

Many of us answer the question incorrectly. We often respond with what we do instead of who we truly are at our core. 

Instead of defining ourselves with the roles we fill (partner, employee, parent, entrepreneur,) let’s define ourselves with the characteristics that make us unique individuals (kind, charitable, creative, resilient). 

This is just one part of the conversation we had with the incredible @tsinspires on the podcast today! Todd is a mental fitness coach and host of The BeliefCast podcast. In this episode, he also told us an honest and vulnerable story from his own life about recovering from addiction. 

There are so many amazing takeaways from this episode that anyone can benefit from. Listen for yourself at our link in bio! 💛

#beliefcast #nugentgoodnews #toddsylvesterinspires #newepisode #goodnewspodcast
There is beauty all around us! Take a moment to en There is beauty all around us! Take a moment to enjoy the beauty of nature today—whether it be a sunset, blooming tree, or the sun shining on your face as you step outside.☀️Have a beautiful Monday! 

Check out our Instagram stories and link in bio for more inspiring words. 🌅🌊🌤🌳🌸

#naturequotes #mondaymotivation #goodnewsutah #nugentgoodnews #inspirationalquotes
“The best view comes after the hardest climb.” “The best view comes after the hardest climb.”—Unknown 

Sometimes we forget how far we have come from where we started. So, remember to look back on all that you have accomplished and be proud! Even if your progress hasn’t been as fast as you might have hoped, it’s still progress. And we can get better and better with each passing day. 🧡

Have a wonderful weekend, everyone! 

Photo by @travelsfromutah 

#nugentgoodnews #goodnewsutah #utahphotographer #naturephotography #motivation #inspirationalquotes
There are a lot of tasty treats out there, but whi There are a lot of tasty treats out there, but which one is your very favorite? Comment below and share it with us! ⬇️

And in case you can’t think of one, head to our stories for some inspiration! 
🍰🎂🍪🍩🧁🍭🍦🍧🥧

(If you’re asking us, we say anything with chocolate is best!🍫)

#dessert #treatyourself #chocolate #yummy #food #nugentgoodnews #irresistible
What is the first thought that comes to your mind What is the first thought that comes to your mind when your alarm goes off in the morning? 

We set the tone for our entire day just within the first few minutes of waking up, so don’t let your very first thought each morning be negative. YOU have the power to choose—set your intent for the day and have a great day, everyday. Learn how in today’s article by @tsinspires and get excited for a podcast episode with Todd coming out next week! ⏰

Link in bio to read, or visit www.nugentgoodnews.com. 🙌

#nugentgoodnews #goodnewsutah #toddinspires #inspiring #intentional #setyourintentions #alarm
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Recent Articles

  • Feel-Good Friday: May 13

  • Uniting to Help Ukrainian Refugees

  • Preserving Petroglyphs with Drone Photography

  • Feel-Good Friday: May 6

  • How Adam Nugent Lost 120 Pounds

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  • Episode 76: Forging Courage with Leslie Zimmerman

  • Episode 75: The Power of Action with Todd Sylvester

  • Episode 74: Be the Lion with Sean Whalen

  • Episode 73: Thriving Through Co-Parenting with Sara Dickson

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