Practical Joy

Having navigated a botched surgery that almost resulted in death and a spouse who transitioned to a woman, M. Shannon Hernandez has determined that there is one undeniable, non-negotiable in life: JOY. And yet, most people can't identify where their own joy stems from, let alone create a consistent daily practice around it. Joy results from taking a deep dive into your personal lifestyle values, which provide the unshakable foundation for all decision making-from grocery shopping to purchasing a ticket to the latest must-attend networking event, to growing a successful business-and even the way to spend quality time with your significant other.Are you looking to live a more meaningful and joyful life? If so, then this book was written for you! Practical Joy will help you discover how to:Identify your most important lifestyle values-which are directly related to your joy and how much meaning you experience on a daily basisDetermine the roadblocks that stand between your values and your joy-so you can remove them and make confident, aligned decisions in every area of your lifeDevelop meaningful routines and rituals for your daily joy practice Through Shannon's simple yet profound approach, she takes you on a journey of self-discovery, to wake you up and find joy in the little things-every day! Complete with hand-drawn illustrations to inspire the creative within, journaling prompts for contemplation, and her own life lessons, this heart-felt book is a compilation of practical joy lessons for those who are looking to bring more joy into every facet of life.