Motivational Stories
Guideposts' Writers Workshop Contest: Is This Your Year?
Enter the Guideposts Writers Workshop Contest and your dream could come true
Joan Lunden's Happiness Plan
The journalist and author shares six ways to stay positive, motivated and active later in life.
In 1960 Little Ruby Bridges Bravely Entered an All-White School
20 years ago this month she told Guideposts the story of how faith, family—and one amazing teacher—helped her overcome her fear.
94-Year-Old WWII Veteran Finally Gets His College Degree
Paul Blom returned to school 73 years after he first enrolled.
How to Set a Positive Weekly Schedule
Launch the new year by setting up a weekday routine that will keep you feeling optimistic and upbeat.
Tuskegee Airman Celebrates 100th Birthday by Flying a Plane
The centenarian handled the takeoff and landing perfectly.
How to Set the Perfect Pace for a Positive Lifestyle
Why quitting the comparison game is important for moving at your own speed.
5 Easy Ways to Give Yourself a Fresh Start
It doesn’t need to be complicated or challenging to turn a fresh page on each new day.
Meet the 89-Year-Old Grandma and Grandson Duo Taking the Road Trip of a Lifetime
Grandma Joy Ryan, 89, and her grandson, Brad Ryan, 38, are ramping up their epic journey of visiting all 61 U.S. National Parks.
3 Healthy Ways to Delegate for Less Stress
Handing off tasks can help you release the stress of an overburdened daily schedule.
