In this episode of the Joy of Living, Barry Shore welcomes legendary author and speaker Jack Canfield for a rich conversation about purpose, belief, and the practical tools that lead to a life of fulfillment. Jack is best known as co-author of the Chicken Soup for the Soul series, the most widely published secular book series in the world, and he joins Barry to discuss his latest work, The Success Principles Workbook.

Jack walks through several of his life secrets, starting with the idea that joy is your feedback system. When you are living on purpose, doing what you were built to do, joy signals that you are on course. He explains how discovering your life purpose is the first step, followed by building a clear vision, setting measurable goals, and most importantly, choosing to believe that your dreams are possible. Belief, Jack reminds us, is simply a thought you repeat until it becomes a conviction, and it is always a choice.

The conversation also explores the power of inner and outer guidance. Jack shares the remarkable meditation story behind how the title Chicken Soup for the Soul came to him after 144 rejections, a vivid reminder that persistence and openness to guidance can lead to breakthroughs even when the world says no.

Barry weaves in his own story of overcoming paralysis through visualization, belief, and daily gratitude, showing listeners how these success principles work in real life. Together, Jack and Barry inspire listeners to dream big, take action, and never give up.

Jack Canfield is a Hall of Fame speaker, bestselling author, and transformational educator whose work has touched millions of lives in over 100 countries.