How to Cultivate Joy: It's Not for Wimps!

I’ve been researching "joy” in preparation for my monthly Empowered Spiritual Path workshop next week. 

Many of us think of joy like their silly, giggling school friend who’s always good for a belly laugh. 

I was looking for something else.

I wanted to understand joy’s power, it’s depth, and why it can seem so fleeting at times. So I went straight to the source: Joy itself.

For several days I sat down with my journal, shut my eyes and connected to the essence of joy. At the top of the page, I wrote: 

“Dear Essence of Joy, What do you most want me to know about you? How can I remember our connection? What do I most need to hear today?”

I was surprised by what came forth! Part of what Joy shared with me included:

“Cultivate our relationship! I am your childhood playmate, the silly song, a talking cricket, the sweet smell of your grandmother’s banana bread. I am in every heart felt embrace and in both your happy and sad tears. Set your intention to walk beside me today.”

A few pages later, Joy said:

“Remember I am alive in every second. Watch, be aware. Joy surfaces in trauma, drama and heartache. Let me come to the surface of your mind and stay active in your heart.”

That’s when I got it.

Joy was like one of my giggling childhood friends, and I suddenly remembered the depth of that specific friend’s compassion and love. 

This friend silently stood by my side in grief, supported me in times of overwhelm and held a space for my healing heart. 

Joy is not for wimps. It doesn’t just come out for parties when we’re up for lighthearted fun. Joy is happy to surface there, but it’s so much more.  It’s a constant companion ready to hold us in our darkest moments.

I can’t wait for class where I’ll share the rest of Joy’s inspiring message! 

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