Life has a way of bogging us down in the mundane day-to-day tasks. We often forget or set aside the things that bring us joy. When we’re looking to build a life and business, it is always wise to look at those things that bring us joy. Why create a mundane life when we can create one filled with those things that bring us joy.
The following exercise is to help remind us of those things that bring us joy. It can be repeated often and is especially helpful during those times life is beating us down.
Action steps:
- Set a timer for 15 minutes.
- Get ready to write non-stop for the full 15 minutes.
- Write “I am joyful when” and let the words flow naturally after that statement.
- If you get stuck, write “I am joyful when” and keep going.
- Once the 15 minutes are up, set your journal aside for a few days.
- Revisit your journal 3-7 days later.
- Is there anything in your entry that surprises you?
- Did one or more things really stand out?
- Are you feeling inspired to pursue one of the things on your list?
- Identify the last time you did any of those things?
- Schedule some time to enjoy one or more of the things on your list?
- How can you share or help others interested in the same things?