Sometimes joy is unexpected, and other times we can ignite it.
A tide of joy flows in — out of nowhere and into my heart. Where the heck did this come from?
I will be moseying along through my day, and I’ll get this jolt of joy.
Has that ever happened to you? It’s an unexpected rush of cheer. I’m not sure from where it came or why it landed on me. However, I am grateful it did.
Is the Universe reminding me how blessed I am? It’s not as though I don’t know how fortunate I am. I do. However, when this unforeseen wave of pleasure settles over me, I’m delighted. It’s an unexpected gift.
"Joy is a net of love. "— Mother Teresa.
It doesn’t matter if my husband and I disagreed the moment prior. Without me actively taking part, all is forgiven and settled after the arrival of this gift.
I get a clear and distinct view that all is well in my world.
It’s not as though I don't have troubles or heartache present. Of course, I do, just like all of you.
I am dealing with sciatica pain, concerned about a good friend who has Alzheimer’s, and the never-ending sorrow over the loss of a beloved son.
However, these heartaches disintegrate immediately upon the appearance of this jolt of joy.
Often I will spark a hit of joy by acknowledging all I’ve been blessed with and taking a moment out of my day to say “thank you” to God. Usually, I do this when I’m feeling cranky or irritable — and annoyed with myself for feeling this way.
Gratitude never fails to instill joy into my heart.
I am reminded of one of my favorite quotes:
"I am the master of my fate; I am the captain of my soul." — William Henley, English violinist, and composer.
I’ve also discovered that a few simple, conscious deep breaths can also trigger a wave of joy. How reassuring it is that we have this power.
Another way joy drops into my heart is by purposely reminding myself of an accomplishment I may have taken for granted.
Yesterday as I was driving home from grocery shopping, I was suddenly reminded (why I don’t know) — that I am a sober person. No, I didn’t forget that I’d quit drinking, yet I rarely think about it.
I enjoyed my wine and cocktails for several decades — quitting two and a half years ago. It’s a re-lived thrill when I acknowledge what an achievement this is. Pride and joy fill my heart.
Stoking the embers of joy is always available to us. Joy at any moment — what a treasure.
Yes, we are the masters and captains of our lives — whether the jolt of joy arrives from the ethers or we prompted it.
Grab hold of that joy and say thank you to whomever it is you believe in.
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