I was interested in talking about being more joyful and quickly realized that I would need to talk about managing discomfort first. I refer to a previous episode that discusses tools to get unstuck from valid emotions. In this episode, I discuss how to feel more grounded in daily life and how managing our expectations can help us to be more open and receptive to light and joy. I discuss common barriers to developing more joy and perspectives that promote it. I also review some specific practices including gratitude and play that help to cultivate a sense of joyfulness. Take Action: This action item just might be your favorite. Play! I hope that you will find a way to incorporate play into your week more than the one time that is suggested. I discuss how to monitor your response to play to guide your growth process. I'd love to receive your questions, comments, and topic suggestions at any time. Please email me at [email protected] Wishing you peace, love, and the joy of play!