“Joy does not simply happen to us. We have to choose joy and keep choosing it every day.” – Henri Nouwen
Being joyful is a conscious decision, as is choosing NOT to be joyful. I don’t think many people realize this. Most of us think of happiness (joy) or unhappiness as a byproduct of what is happening to us, and around us. It doesn’t have to be. We can make a conscious decision to be happy. So the next time you’re feeling overwhelmed, or out of sorts, or angry, sad or depressed, take a step back and CHOOSE to be happy. Choose to be joyful
