Often, people mistakenly think joy is synonymous with happiness. The difference: to be happy is temporary and joy, rather, is a state of mind. So how do we get from happiness to joy? How do we get from a fleeting moment of feeling good to consistent and unparalleled joy? With gratitude.

“Someone once said to me about six years ago that we recycle the same five thoughts every day. When I heard that, I paid attention to what thoughts were taking up space in my head, and then I figured out if they were there via invitation or if they were uninvited guests."

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Sometimes when it comes to change, a first reaction is to turn away, shuddering with fear. Sometimes, we embrace it with open arms, excited with anticipation. It all depends on what type of change it is.

I felt more alive and connected than I had in a long time, so I decided to listen to that little voice in my head that was slowly getting bigger, and louder, telling me to Just try. Just begin.