I’ve started practicing yoga. It’s been about two weeks and I love it. I like pushing my body to do the poses and finding out that most of the time I can actually do more than I thought I could. And if I can’t, that’s another opportunity to get better.

Thanks for asking this question. Have a nice one.

Anarchism and Syndicalism—Anarcho-syndicalism bring me joy, alongside Debian and Linux.

Im happy in life because I don’t have to use Windows and proprietary software that limits my freedom to modify my system to my liking.

I quit my unecessarily stressful job with no plan next, and I feel like anything is possible now!

I quit a higher paying job to move to the Columbia River gorge. Sure I make a lot less money but I’m so happy being out in this beautiful area. There’s something calming about it

Actually, the thing that is causing me stress is also my source of joy.

I quit weed last week. Going through withdrawals which are pretty bad, but I know in the long term, it’s going to be worth it to have a clear mind.

Hi all,

I have enjoyed all of the replies in this thread, and it has brought me happiness to read about yours.

I also recognize that not everyone is feeling joy right now, and that’s ok too, life is not always fun to live, sometimes it’s downright brutal. If you’re going through a time like that, I wish you the best in getting through it, there are few forces stronger than the power of the human will.

I think there are a few main themes here in the replies that seem to be spirit boosters, and let’s be honest none of these are unexpected, but I think it can be nice to have a reminder of what’s good.

In no particular order :

• Pets
• Family
• Friends
• Children
• Partners
• Accomplishments
• Projects
• Art
• Hobbies
• Freedom
• Teaching
• Health

Now I don’t think you need to have every one of these things in your life to truly be happy, but if you’re feeling like nothing is bringing you joy, maybe one of these things might.

I think most importantly, gratitude is the attitude, if something is making your life better, taking a second to recognize it can make it feel even better. If someone is bringing you joy, make sure they know it deep down in their soul ❤️

This post. There are a lot of negative news in the world and Lemmy feels often pessimistic. Reading everybody’s answers made me feel lighter, so thank you for the question

My wife

Is this a trick question?

A friend just had his first kid yesterday, he’s so happy it’s honestly contagious. Everyone in our group is already doting the kid and he’s only 12 hours old.

What’s bringing me joy ? When I go back home after a day of work and my daughters (7y) run towards me with a real smile. Knowing that she is really happy to see me.

Wedding prep

The home server im setting up. I can finally break free of the clutches of cloud storage.

I have about 2 months left of college (Canada). Going to be graduating with about a 3.9GPA. Finally going to have a degree to my name and hopefully going to be having a job right away when im finished.

Post surgery sick leave. My body is still a bit fucked but it’s also the most time off I’ve had in one go in years.