Bringing More Joy Into The World
An episode about joy for The Thrivapy Show is in the planning stage, but until then, here are a few tips for how to find and bring more joy into the world.
Boring is not joyful. Find something that you are interested in and engage in that topic.
Easy is boring. Thus, easy is not joyful. If you have video games at home, look at your shelf. I bet there are a number of games that haven't been played in quite some time. Why? Probably because they were either mastered or a newer/more challenging version was released. In other words, the "old" game is boring. Find a "new game to play" and engage in the challenge.
Joy feels good. Reward yourself for making progress. Find a "win" you had recently (no matter how insignificant it might appear) and give yourself a prize.
Use all your senses. Joy can come in many forms: a view, a smell, a taste, a sound, a touch, an idea, etc. Be mindful of your senses and take a moment to be joyful in what is being presented.
Share your joy. Remember, we reap what we sow. If you project joyfulness, you will attract joyfulness. How can yo do this? Give plenty of praise to others. Say, "thank you" often. Let go of the things that are holding you back from your past. Pay kindness forward.
What other ways do you find and share joy in your life? Let me know by leaving a comment or send me an email: troy.roddy.phd@gmail.com
Peace,
TPR, Ph.D.
