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what you are grateful for regularly throughout the day , taking gratitude walks to appreciate the beauty around you , acknowledging what you are grateful for about yourself and your life , and honoring the miracle of being alive . nature that brings us great joy . Feeling connected to the trees , plants and birds and witnessing the profound beauty of the Earth reminds us of our interconnectedness and sense of belonging to something greater than ourselves . Whether you live in the city or in the countryside , you can practice joy and embrace miracles by connecting intentionally to nature each and every day , acknowledging the beauty all around you and knowing that you are part of it !

4 . CREATIVITY

2 . FUN

Fun is an elixir for overwhelm and exhaustion and is the embodiment of joy ! There are many activities that can bring you delight . Try inviting fun into your day by playing games , laughing , spending time with family , friends , and pets , dancing , having deep and meaningful conversations , listening to music , learning new things , playing sports , going on an adventure , watching a sunrise or sunset , and / or trying something new .

3 . NATURE

Most people find spending time in nature to be deeply nurturing . There is something about being in nature that opens us to miracles and the awe and wonder of living on the Earth . We often feel a sense of childlike wonder when we are out exploring
Allowing time and space in your life to express your creativity is powerfully nurturing and a deeply joyful act . In the process of nurturing yourself , you will find undiscovered aspects of yourself that are yearning to be expressed . Creativity can be expressed in endless ways including drawing , coloring , painting , dancing , singing , writing , problem solving , cooking , and even viewing a challenge from a new perspective . There are no limits to our creativity except those we place on ourselves . So invite in more creativity today to infuse your life with more joy and miracles !

5 . CONNECTION

Giving and receiving love nurtures connection and allows us to tap into a deep sense of joy . Prioritizing time with friends and family creates intentional time and space to nourish your soul and joyful experiences . There are endless ways to nurture joy through connection like joining a club , inviting friends over for a game night , going on a walk with a friend , taking a class , volunteering , writing a thank you note or inviting a loved one to join you in any of the other ways you cultivate

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