What is joy? Joy is a positive emotion characterized by contentment and pleasure, typically triggered by gratitude, accomplishment, and satisfaction. It is the feeling you get when you feel connected, fulfilled, and optimistic.

So, how do we cultivate more joy in our lives?

TL/DR: How to Cultivate Joy

There is no universal way to cultivate joy. For some people, it comes from spending time with family, while others tap into it by going on long hikes or spending hours painting. The good news is that there is a unique framework you can use to develop your own joy.

Maximizing your capacity to experience joy is about creating an environment where you can embrace and live by your values. For example, say you really love to paint because you value creative expression. If you join a painters group with people who are fixated on monetizing their work, getting into the best galleries, and bragging about how many pieces they’ve sold, your passion for painting might get squashed, extinguishing the joy you once felt.

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Asking yourself these three questions can maximize your chances of experiencing joy:

1. What do I love to do? I love to paint.

2. Which situations bring out the best in what I love to do? Collaborative, nurturing, knowledge sharing meetups

3. What changes can I make to my environment to manifest doing what I love and connecting with my values more often? If painting, for example, is your passion, you could set up a designated art space in your home, create a schedule for regular art sessions’ surround yourself with inspiring artwork, and seek out like-minded individuals or art groups that will help you collaborate with other artists and share knowledge. Additionally, you can prioritize self-care and create a peaceful and calming atmosphere in your environment to enhance creativity and overall well-being. 

To sum up, joy depends on being true to yourself. It’s about shining a spotlight on what you love to do and your values and surrounding yourself with the right people, situations, and places.

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Are you struggling to find your joy? Take a tip from Sol TV Creator Sharana Ali. She celebrates joy by journaling, asking herself what makes her feel amazing, and focusing on her wins. 

This simple practice helps her navigate tough days and reminds her of her power to create joy.

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Mona & The Sol TV Team ❤️