The process of awakening joy starts with the intention to place well-being at the center of your life. Mindfulness is then utilized as the basic tool of a joyful life.

How a friend's death reminds us of the freedom and joy possible as we let go. Specific suggestions that keep us open and let go.

In order to cultivate true well-being we need to learn to open to all the suffering in our lives. Living with integrity and learning how to forgive ourselves and others are essential supports in this process as well.

Following the Buddha's journey through sense pleasures to concentration, to equanimity, to freedom.

Opening our hearts to ourselves to others with loving-kindness and compassion are central to awakening the joy that's right inside us.