The Power of

Choosing Joy

Shift from passively experiencing joy to actively practicing it

Employee Stories

Get inspired by stories of how real people decided to choose joy.

Building Rituals

Setting ourselves up for a successful day often starts in the morning. Is there one ritual you do when you wake up that brings you joy and sets you up for a great day?

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Moments of Joy

How do you channel joy when you're feeling down? Is there a certain song you listen to, a photo you look at, or a quote that brings you joy during those moments?

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Sharing Advice

What’s one piece of advice you'd give your younger self when it comes to finding joy during challenging times?

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Joy is one of our most powerful emotions — including at work, where it allows us to set ambitious goals and meet them without burning out. And we don’t have to wait until something comes along that sparks joy — we can help light that spark. Here is a selection of articles, videos, and science-backed Microsteps you can take to shift from passively experiencing joy to actively practicing it.

Resources to Keep you Thriving

Fact Sheet

Understand the scientific connection between choosing joy and meeting goals.

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Articles

Explore rich content on behavior change and the power of our emotions.

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Microsteps

Learn small, science-backed steps that drive meaningful change.

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Step out into nature, spend time with family, do whatever it is that makes you feel alive. We all need to be reminded what it feels like to live from a sense of joy and wonder. "

— Arianna Huffington