Joy does not only come from major wins. It often appears in small relief, warm interactions, or a day that went better than expected.
Common signs
- Your face and shoulders relax
- Small things feel lighter
- You want to share the moment with someone
How to write it down
- Describe the exact scene that created the joy
- Note whether it felt brief or lasting
- Record who or what was part of it
Prompts to try now
When did I think, “That felt better than I expected,” today?