Joy Often Requires Effort To Find, While Sadness Comes Easily

Yet, pursuing joy is worthwhile—it's what we truly need as it illuminates the path through difficult times. This was a lesson I found myself during living in my cabin in the Yukon wilderness.

Joy often requires a deliberate and concerted effort to discover and cultivate, while sadness seems to effortlessly find its way into our lives without invitation. This stark contrast in the accessibility of these two fundamental emotions is a important aspect of the human experience. Despite the challenges inherent in seeking out joy, the pursuit is un…