Unlocking Joy and Happiness with Kristina Dennis
Joy, as you were talking earlier, is a combination of life and love, and so when I'm in my joy- and it doesn't have to be anything big- it could be that I'm grateful, I'm happy, I'm, you know, I'm loving what's around me and I feel love towards people around me, I feel love towards myself and I feel alive.
Ever wondered how to truly find joy and happiness in your recovery journey? In this episode of The Recovered Life Show, Kristina Dennis takes us on a deep dive into the art of rewiring our brains to reclaim these elusive feelings. Drawing inspiration from the book 'Atlas of the Heart', which she's been immersed in for three months, Kristina shares her insights on differentiating between joy and happiness.
Joy, she explains, is those fleeting moments of sheer bliss that catch us off guard, while happiness is a more enduring state of contentment and satisfaction. Alongside her guests, Kristina explores the ideas of contentment, motivation, and gratitude, shedding light on how these elements play a crucial role in our overall well-being. They also tackle the concept of 'foreboding joy', a fear many of us experience when we hesitate to fully embrace happiness, worried that it might be snatched away.
This episode is packed with practical advice on how to rewire our brains to welcome joy and happiness into our lives and emphasizes the importance of having a solid recovery plan. Whether you're just starting your recovery journey or looking to deepen your understanding of emotional well-being, this conversation offers valuable insights and encouragement.