“Where do I resist joy because it feels undeserved, risky, or silly? It might be hard to allow ourselves to feel joy when we know that so many people are suffering. Perhaps it is hard to trust joy because it has been snatched from us before. Or maybe joy makes us feel vulnerable or unserious. “
You already know your own words. but sharing the quote that reverberated in my spirit and i’ll be reflecting on the days to come. thank you for this invitation!
I love the stories behind names. Your questions and suggestions about noticing joy are rich and give us lots to consider. I like this slant on the practice of joy, thanks.
“Where do I resist joy because it feels undeserved, risky, or silly? It might be hard to allow ourselves to feel joy when we know that so many people are suffering. Perhaps it is hard to trust joy because it has been snatched from us before. Or maybe joy makes us feel vulnerable or unserious. “
You already know your own words. but sharing the quote that reverberated in my spirit and i’ll be reflecting on the days to come. thank you for this invitation!
Thank you!
Thank you for holding joy without denying grief, and for refusing to make joy a shortcut.
This felt grounding.
Love your reflection questions! Thank you!
I love the stories behind names. Your questions and suggestions about noticing joy are rich and give us lots to consider. I like this slant on the practice of joy, thanks.