What is the difference between Joy and Happy?

When I started to develop the program, Deep Happiness, I began researching the difference between Joy and Happiness.

As a Five Element acupuncturist, we were taught that Joy (lack thereof or everything in-between) is the expression the Summer's energy. Joy is a core emotion held in the heart, needs to be tended (cultivated), and is why your eyes twinkle.

Considering the Summer we all have had, where are you in the joy- barometer?

In my research, I discovered that there are countless definitions for these two words and, for the most part, are used interchangeably.

❤️ I'm curious, what word do you resonate with the most, and why? (let me know in the comments below⬇️)

Want to feel more Happy/Joy?

😃 Here are 3 ways to bring Joy/Happy (or as I call it Deep Happiness) into your life.

1.   Create some space for yourself. Even though it's Summer and we are spending more time at home, chances are your alone time is non-existent. Create more alone-time for yourself to rest, meditate, journal, or dream. Doing this for 10-minutes or more a day can make you feel like a million bucks. (download a PDF on how to get grounded)

2.   Be your own inner Guru. Stop looking outside yourself for the answers and look inside. When you get quiet, you can begin to listen to your inner guidance and follow your heart's YES. (read more about your heart’s yes in this blog post)

3.  Count your Blessings. During your 10-minute "Just-You time," Write down ten things that bring you joy. Then read over the list and invite gratitude to fill you up.

Love word play? check out the etymology of Happy and Joy... fascinating

P.S. The Embrace Joy stickers in the pic above where made by a super fun company called Sticker Mule. In fact, if you tell me what word do you resonate with the most and why, I'll send you a sticker  ❤️