Moments of incandescent joy are all around us!
Truly joyful people seem alive and switched on, confident about the future, and clear about what really matters.
They will use activities such as listening to an inspirational podcast or ebook.
They will walk somewhere beautiful or they will do yoga or meditation.
They will enjoy a good laugh with a friend.
They will try to avoid feeling numb, worried, frazzled, or restless.
On a group holiday, they are the one who will suggest a group activity. They will plan for all contingencies. They want to try everything!
Truly joyful people will set themselves a new and exciting challenge and to not hesitate to vent to someone who is supportive.
To truly joyful people, a life well-lived means making a difference and taking every opportunity that comes their way. They will always try their best self and they will always make the most of every day.
Are you one of them?
Am I one of them?
Joy often comes in tiny packages that are easy to miss. Sometimes we may seek joy in all the wrong places.
We need to nurture our inner optimist. As Voltaire said we need to cultivate our own garden. We need to treat ourselves with compassion and to spend time with people who uplift us.
Indeed Happiness is under our control. Living a life of meaning is possible and it seems to always be a work in progress but it is worth it.
If we bring our daily habits in line with our values, then, JOY will follow.
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