Are you tired of chasing temporary gratifications? For today’s episode, I dive deep into the topic of following your joy and why it’s so important for living a fulfilling life.
In this episode, I share my personal experience of how I used to think joy had to be earned, and how I eventually realized that joy comes from within and can’t be achieved through external accomplishments.
You’ll learn:
- The difference between JOY and HAPPINESS
- How to start following your joy
- Overcoming obstacles to following joy
Whether you’re struggling to find joy in your current career or just looking for ways to bring more joy into your life, this episode is for you.
So sit back, relax, and let’s explore the power of following your joy together.
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Why Following Your Joy is the Key to Fulfillment
As a medical resident, I used to think that joy was something that had to be earned. I believed that after achieving certain goals, I would finally feel okay about myself and be able to experience joy. But I soon realized that joy isn’t something that can be earned or achieved; it’s something that comes from within.
The Difference Between Joy and Happiness
Before we dive deeper into why following your joy is important, it’s important to understand the difference between joy and happiness. While happiness is often a short-term feeling that comes from external factors, joy is a deeper sense of fulfillment that comes from within. Joy is more sustainable and long-lasting, while happiness is often fleeting.
Why We Should Follow Our Joy
Following our joy can lead us to where we’re meant to be and help us become the person we’re meant to be. When we follow our joy, we tap into our natural compass that leads us towards our purpose and values. Joy is not just about chasing gratifications or short-term pleasures, but about checking in with our soul and doing things that are meaningful and bring us a deeper sense of satisfaction.
Overcoming Obstacles to Following Joy
There are many things that can keep us from following our joy, such as fear, guilt, and the belief that joy must be earned. But by giving ourselves permission to follow our joy, we can start to make small changes in our lives that lead to bigger changes. It’s about finding ways to incorporate joy into our everyday lives and trusting that following our joy will lead us where we’re meant to be.
The Benefits of Following Your Joy
Following our joy not only leads to personal fulfillment, but also allows us to make a positive impact on others. When we help others through our own personal joy and gifts, it’s more sustainable and effective than martyrdom or burnout. By following our joy, we can find our purpose and contribute to the world in a meaningful way.
Start Following Your Joy
If you’re ready to start following your joy, there are many ways to begin. It’s important to identify what brings you joy and start incorporating it into your daily life. You can also surround yourself with a supportive community that encourages and uplifts you. If you’re struggling to identify your joy or need support in following it, consider joining a coaching program that can help guide you towards your purpose and values.
In conclusion, following our joy is essential to living a fulfilling and meaningful life. By understanding the difference between joy and happiness, overcoming obstacles to following joy, and embracing the benefits of following our joy, we can tap into our natural compass and find our purpose. So let’s give ourselves permission to follow our joy and see where it takes us.
Following joy is not selfish. By following our joy, we can get to a place where we’re meant to go.
Chelsea Turgeon
