Happiness Reflected

Stephen Cruikshank reads his poem, This Old Stage, and we discuss how the experience of happiness can emerge from  hard times, and how remembering who we are can be a source of strength.

Shyler Hendrickson reads his poem The Fleeting Present and we explore how memories and reminiscence can provide moments of joy in the present.

Madelyn talks about her painting, The Moment We Shared, and highlights how self-love and self-compassion are essential to our experience of happiness.

Ellie Simonot reads her poem, Strays, and we talk about choices we can make to intentionally cultivate happiness.

Shawna Manchkowsky reads her delightful poem, Ode to Eggnog, and reminds us that even some of the little things in life have great power (for happiness!).

Rylee MacLennan reads her poem, A Weekend at Home, and we talk about how our close friendships not only bring us joy, but that we can reciprocate and contribute to the happiness of those we are close to.

Dans cet épisode spécial, Belinda lit son poème Un moment est une réalité résonante. Ce poème parle de petits gestes de gentillesse même dans les plus difficiles moments de la vie.

In this special French episode, Belinda reads her poem Un moment est une réalité résonante. This poem is about small acts of kindness, even in the most difficult moments of life. 

Julia Wakoli reads her poem, From this end, and we talk about how the journey of happiness can look different for everyone.

Deltra Powney discusses her painting, A World Alive and we talk about happiness in relationship to the natural world.

Natascia Ciancibello reads her poem, the right amount of honey, and we talk about how happiness can often feel bittersweet and how we deal with that.