How to Be a Better Human How to be more joyful (w/ Ingrid Fetell Lee)
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Aug 11, 2025 Ingrid Fetell Lee, a designer and author of "Joyful," explores the delightful connection between our surroundings and our emotions. She shares insights on why children radiate joy and how sensory experiences, like vibrant colors and playful designs, can transform our environments into joy-filled spaces. Ingrid emphasizes the distinction between joy and happiness, encouraging adults to reclaim their childlike wonder. She also discusses the power of 'joy spotting' and the infectious nature of joy, showing how sharing happiness strengthens community bonds.
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Design Review Sparked A Ten-Year Quest
- In design school a professor told Ingrid Fetell Lee her work "gives me a feeling of joy."
- That comment launched a decade-long investigation into how objects create emotions.
Use Movement And Color To Return To Joy
- Get out of rumination by moving: jump, spin, or walk to reconnect with your body.
- Wear or bring bright color to shift mood quickly, Ingrid Fetell Lee recommends.
Joy Is Immediate; Happiness Is Broad
- Joy is an intense, momentary positive emotion while happiness evaluates life over time.
- Ingrid Fetell Lee highlights joy's physical signals like laughter, smiles, and the urge to jump.
