Today's joy challenge is to call someone on the phone and actually talk to them instead of just texting. Call someone you haven't seen or spoken to in a while and hear the joy in their voice (and your own) when you reconnect over the phone. Who will you call? Other joyful C things:♡ Pompoms. They're brightly coloured, soft, round, and floofy. What's not joyful about them?♡ Popcorn. Everyone loves to watch popcorn popping. And the sound builds anticipation. Popcorn is a joyful - at holidays … [Read more...]

Today's joy challenge is to create an oasis of joy somewhere in your home. Devote a small area (Or a whole room! Or your whole house!) to fill with things that make you feel joyful so that you can go there whenever you need a boost. Other joyful O things:♡ Oracle cards. These cards have messages, affirmations, and beautiful artwork that are meant to uplift, inspire, and clarify our thoughts and feelings. They can bring joy for yourself and for others if you learn to do readings them. It's … [Read more...]

Today's joy challenge is to spend some time outside with nature. Even if that's in your backyard or hugging the only tree on your street. Humans are predisposed to need nature so make sure you're getting your fix. Other joyful N things:♡ Naps. Because they're great and can totally reset our mood (aka joy-o-meter).♡ Neon. Wonderful, bright colours and flowing lines make them joyful. Also, the surprise of finding one, since they've become so rare. This one is at the @rialtotheatergrayling and … [Read more...]

Today's joy challenge is to experience all the surprise and magic that there is in the world. There is so much we take for granted that 100 years ago (or even 20!) would have been considered magical. Appreciate the wonder in everyday things and the world in general. Other joyful M things:♡ Movies. The anticipation, the surprise of not knowing how the story unfolds, the laughter, the music... there are so many joyful aspects to movies. ♡ Murals. Especially street art. They are always a … [Read more...]

Today's joy challenge is to laugh. And to make someone else laugh. Laughter is joyful and contagious so spread it around as much as you can! Go to a comedy club, watch a funny movie, or hang out with friends. Then share a joke or a meme with someone else. Laughter is easy to find and so good for you! Other joyful L things:♡ Letting go. Of thoughts, beliefs, habits, and anything that doesn't make you joyful. Or, declutter your house like Marie Kondo does.♡ Letters. Love letters or letters to … [Read more...]