I chose a word in midair to come up with a topic for today’s ten minutes. ‘Joy’ leaped into my mind without hesitation, so I decided it would be my topic.
What is joy? I could check a dictionary, but I prefer to wing it. I believe joy is contentment multiplied manyfold. It is different from happiness or ecstasy, feelings that seem to be more transient and not translatable into something deeper.
Joy is intense and rich in self-feeling. It is reserved for those special moments or occasions or times when you and the world are entirely in sync. It lasts for more than a few moments; in fact, it reminds us that peace – not necessarily on earth, but within our own realms – is surely attainable. It gives us pause to reflect on who we are and where we are.
“Joy to the World” is a wonderful hymn, but it would be just as wonderful if we substituted “Joy to my World.” Maybe if we did this, everyone would take time to honor his or her life and the real accomplishments therein.
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