Finding joy is not so hard
This is a picture of one of the joyeous moments in my life. I recently found the wonderful list of reminders on finding joy: Surround yourself with color--use colors that make you feel good Start or keep us a blog--express yourself Schedule guilt-free indulges--like chocolate Swap CDs with a friend--find out a little about them through music Be more spontaneous--do something at the last minute just for fun Spread cheer--smile at strangers, give compliments, be a good listener Think like a kid--make up a holiday to celebrate Find the humor in it--whatever it is, find a reason to laugh about it Make one new friend--only one if it is going to be a true friend, not just an acquaintance Get more sleep--at least 7 hours a night, lying in bed relaxing while you fall asleep counts Put your right brain to work--create an artists wall of your own work and change it often Have a pot luck with friends--strengthen the bonds of friendships and include your new friend Explore your hometown--you shoul