Life isn't always sunshine and smooth paths

For some of us, the fight begins before we even understand what’s happening. At just 19 months old, I was diagnosed with Chronic Myeloid Leukemia — a diagnosis that continues to shape my body, mind, and spirit to this day. And while I’ve grown stronger, the journey has never been easy.

In 2016, I faced a new kind of pain — bullying. I was different, optimistic, and open-hearted, and that made me a target. But instead of breaking, I decided to start building. I launched a Snapchat story called “Positive Vibes Only,” where I’d share motivational quotes and quick videos to uplift others — and remind myself that light is always worth searching for.

Then came Nate.
My co-founder, my teammate, my brother in purpose — Nate’s story is one of survival too. After a traumatic condition that left his chest fully compressed, he fought his way back. We met in college, bonded over a few rounds of golf, and slowly started realizing we had something powerful in common: a deeper reason to live life

4 Simple Ways to Shift Your Mindset and Start Living with Purpose

1. ☀️ Start Your Morning With Intention
Before you check your phone or run out the door, pause.
Ask yourself: “Who do I want to be today?”

Write down 1 word (confident, patient, joyful, strong) and carry it with you through the day. That one word becomes your anchor — especially when stress tries to take over.

2. ✍️ Journal One Good Thing Every Night
Gratitude isn’t just a trend — it’s a mindset hack.
Every night, write down 1 thing that went right — even if it’s small.

Over time, this rewires your brain to look for the good instead of obsessing over what went wrong.

3. 🔄 Unfollow to Refill
Your social feed is your mental diet. If it’s filled with negativity, comparison, or chaos, it’s going to drain you.

Take 10 minutes today to unfollow anything that doesn’t feed your soul — and follow more accounts that make you feel inspired, hopeful, and seen. (We’d love to be one of them 😃)

4. 💬 Speak Life Into Others
One of the quickest ways to lift your own mood?

The Power of Positivity: What We Learned Working at Rising Light Ridge, Tim Tebow Foundation

In the summer of 2024, we had the honor of working at Rising Light Ridge, a life-changing camp experience by the Tim Tebow Foundation. What we thought would be a simple summer job turned into one of the most eye-opening, emotional, and purpose-fueled seasons of our lives.

We were part of a team that served underprivileged children — many of whom came from heartbreaking home situations, some with disabilities, others carrying emotional trauma. And yet, each day, we saw something incredible:

Kids choosing joy.
Smiles born out of struggle.
Laughter in places where pain once lived.
We worked 12+ hour shifts, side-by-side, in the heat, on little sleep — but our hearts had never been so full.

🌍 What We Realized
That summer taught us something we’ll carry for the rest of our lives:

Positivity is more than a mindset — it’s a movement.

We saw how much darkness exists in the world.
We saw how deeply people are hurting — especially young people.
And we saw just how much light can be.

How One Friendship Changed Our Lives and Shaped Our Entrepreneurial Journey

When we first met, we had no idea just how much our friendship would impact the course of our lives. It started with shared goals, late-night conversations, and the simple belief that we were meant for something greater — not just for ourselves, but for the world around us. What we didn’t realize then was that our connection would evolve into a partnership that would push us to dream bigger, work harder, and make a real difference.

Today, we are proud to share that we’ve made it to the finals of the TecBridge Business Plan Competition, a moment that feels both surreal and deeply rewarding. This opportunity didn’t come out of nowhere. It came from countless hours spent developing our vision, countless rejections turned into lessons, and an unwavering drive fueled by the belief we have in each other and the mission we are building together.

But for us, it’s not about the prize money. Winning would, of course, help us invest further into our vision.

Turning Positivity into Progress: Hunting Positivity Wins at TecBridge!

What started as a simple mission to spread light in a dark world has grown into something bigger than we ever imagined. This past week, the founders of Hunting Positivity had the incredible opportunity to participate in the TecBridge Business Plan Competition — and we’re beyond excited to share that we won! Standing alongside other passionate entrepreneurs, we pitched our vision of empowering others through positivity, wellness, and community. The experience was more than a competition — it was a moment of growth, connection, and validation. Winning this award isn’t just a trophy; it’s proof that people are craving something real, something uplifting. We’re so grateful to TecBridge for believing in us and giving us a platform to share our dream. This is just the beginning — let’s keep hunting positivity, together.