The Tortoise with Brooke McAlary Joyful Living: Episode 11
Feb 14, 2024
In this episode, Brooke and Ben explore the definition of joy and how it differs from happiness. They discuss the impact of alcohol on experiencing joy, choosing joy as a revolutionary act, and ways to add more joy to our lives. The conversation also touches on toxic positivity, navigating frustrations, and the power of humor in diffusing tension.
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Joy's Religious And Spiritual Roots
- Brooke and Ben found many definitions of joy are rooted in religious or spiritual literature.
- Those sources contrast fleeting happiness with deeper, purposeful joy tied to meaning.
Happiness Versus Joy Distinction
- They explored happiness as an experience and joy as a cultivatable state that can persist in hardship.
- Happiness trains brain pathways that can grow into a more enduring joyful state.
Cultivate Joy By Repeating Positive Acts
- Practice actions that trigger positive neurotransmitters like dopamine and oxytocin to build joyful pathways.
- Repeat small behaviours (exercise, connection, smiling) to train the brain toward joy.