Episode 15 - Ian Tyson: Pain is inevitable, misery is a choice. How to remain positive by using the paddle you already have.

Comedian and motivational speaker Ian Tyson has had some tough times to deal with, but he manages to remain positive and uplifting by choosing the right mindset each day as he makes his bed. In those few moments, he tells himself what his day is going to be like... and he always chooses positivity. It doesn't always work out that way, but as Ian says in this inspirational piece, "you've got to use the paddle you're given to steer your life in the right direction."

Ian Tyson wears his positivity and energy like a badge of honor. His attitude was well earned, after losing a parent at the age of 10, Ian dedicated himself to finding his silver lining, and to be an inspiration to others. He serves others through impactful connections that authentically cultivate optimism.

An award-winning speaker and comic, he brings an unbridled enthusiasm to the stage and to his life. Ian shares his passions and encourages others to do the same. Only in one of Ian's presentations, would you find nerd references, cooking tips, and anecdotes that tug on the heartstrings, all in the same packages.

His 31 years of experience is evident in his deft handling of any stage or audience, and in the way he has kept his energy level and delivery dialed to 11 throughout the pandemic and shifting to virtual presentations. An author, podcast host, skilled interviewer and great entertainer, Ian brings deep relatability and presence to every interaction.  

For 30+ years, Ian Tyson has been entertaining and inspiring audiences around the world to realize their potential and seek happiness in life.  His presentations combine hilarious and heartwarming storytelling, observational humor and meaningful life lessons to leave your audience with words and thoughts to live by. Ian will always entertain and inspire any audience.

He is one of North America's top inspirational speakers and has worked extensively with companies, TEDx, conferences, and special events about teaching optimism, resilience and kindness.  Ian's book, "Hooray For Everything! The Optimist Manifesto" is an insightful collection of stories, rants, and ideas about finding and keeping positivity. Ian is an avid home cook, who brings his positivity and energy to the kitchen and was featured on the Food Network Canada show “Wall of Chefs” in 2020, and has an online cooking show of his own called "The Confined Kitchen".

www.iantyson.ca