How to Be a Better Human How creating space for joy can build resilience (with Miracle Jones)
Dec 13, 2021
Miracle Jones, a community organizer and queer activist leading policy advocacy at 1Hood Media, shares powerful insights on joy as a vital force in challenging times. She discusses practical strategies to incorporate joy into daily life, emphasizing its role in resilience and community empowerment. Miracle addresses the balance between joy and genuine emotions, critiquing toxic positivity while celebrating the transformative power of art and humor. Through personal stories, she highlights that joy can thrive amid adversity, fostering connection and growth.
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Joy as Resistance
- Joy can be a political act, especially in the face of fear and terror.
- It's not about ignoring difficulties, but recognizing that joy and pain can coexist.
Joy as Celebration
- Existing and thriving in a world designed to destroy you is a cause for celebration.
- Joy is radical resistance; it's a reclamation of stolen spaces and hope for the future.
Finding Joy Amidst Hardship
- Miracle Jones shares how her family faced homelessness after her father's incarceration.
- Despite subsequent health challenges, she emphasizes the importance of finding joy.