Discover Joy in Challenging Times
In this course, you will learn how to:
- Tap into joy through your senses.
- Locate the silver linings within challenges.
- Feel the power of giving and receiving.
- Find a source of joy in any moment.
About this course
Learn where to look for joy when life gets tough.
We often believe that happiness only springs from perfect moments. In this course, mindfulness teacher Lisa Kring will show you that’s not the case. Join her to learn time-tested, evidence-based ways to find joy, self-compassion, and gratitude — even in life's most trying times.
About the teacher
Lisa Kring
Lisa Kring draws from her experience as a licensed clinical social worker with a background in dispute resolution and family court mediation to practice and teach others about mindfulness. She believes self-compassion is a powerful tool to establish deep healing and growth.
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11 Sessions
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Course Introduction -
1. Find Joy Here and NowLife is never all bad, and that's great news.9 mins -
2. Access Joy Through MindfulnessWhenever we are present and aware, joy can be found.9 mins -
3. Let the Body LeadGet out of your head and into your body to feel the joy of the present moment.10 mins -
4. The Joy of TouchAs mammals, touch is foundational to our sense of safety and connection.11 mins -
5. The Joy of TasteEating can be a source of joy, especially when we slow down and savor our food.7 mins -
6. The Joy of GratitudeLearn to balance the negativity bias in the brain so you can give some attention to what's good.13 mins -
7. The Joy of Self-CompassionBecome your own best friend and source of support.12 mins -
8. The Joy of Silver LiningsFocus on how you can discover deep growth and meaning through challenge.10 mins -
9. The Joy of ReceivingUse your breath to eliminate obstacles that keep you from receiving what is good.10 mins -
10. The Joy of GivingPractice giving to others, discovering that this joyful flow is always available.11 mins -
11. The Joy of Resting in Abundant FlowIn this final meditation, remember that joy is abundant — and never far.18 mins
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