Living Joy Archive
What is it that we are feeling when we feel joy?
As part of the AnthropoloJOY project we invite you to contribute your own insights. See the collection of responses below and fill out the submission form to share your own.
Below are some prompts that may or may not be helpful:
- Where or how do you find joy?
- What does joy feel like to you?
- What does joy mean to you?
- What has made you feel joyful this week? Provide a picture of something that represents joy for you.
Note – no personal data will be stored aside from your first name and general location. If you have included any personal identifiers besides your first name and general location with your submission (e.g., last name, contact details, identifiable photo) the Principal Investigator will remove these so that no other personal data is held by the project. If you do not want your first name to appear with your submission, please choose a pseudonym or submit anonymously (without a name).
Your participation is entirely voluntary. By clicking the ‘Submit’ button below, you confirm that you are over 16 and that you consent to participate in this study as it is described in the participant information sheet, which you can download here.
Sally
At the river this morning early and my joy was in doing Qi Gung first thing in light drizzle – and it felt amazingly peaceful and joyous in equal measure. The neighbours have got me marked down as nuts!
Chris F.
A lot of things bring me joy- the simple things – seeing my kids happy, laughing with friends and family, the smile on my husbands face, fresh air, birds singing, watching sports, seeing people succeed and doing what they want, and my pets that offer unconditional love and affection!
Dan
Some moments of joy take up permanent residence in memory. I remember this Christmas Eve morning at a secluded Zen temple in the outskirts of Kyoto. After meditation in the zendo I came out to these giant fluffy snowflakes falling in silence. I wish I could share the video with you here too!
David
Green spaces in my yard.
Hiroko
Simple soups, single sprigs of dill, and ancestral strains of Japanese black rice.
Dan
I’m recently finding joy in my partner’s extravagant brunch plate creations and wondering how best to honor it: support my partner in sharing these dishes further, such as by opening a cafe? Learn together how to cook for large groups of people, especially in times of crisis. Or just eat!