During tough times, joy seems distant or even an emotion you should not have. You should accept the pleasure you find in something; it is a gentle reminder that beauty still exists, even in challenging situations.
It might arrive quietly: a song that moves you, a comforting meal, or laughter shared with someone who understands. Small joys don’t erase your woes, but they can ease their weight.
Turning toward joy is a bold act of care—it whispers, “Even now, you deserve lightness.” It’s not denial; it’s balance. Let joy slip in, even for a moment. It’s not just okay—it’s part of how you heal.
Author: Mike Balof
A retired Air Force Master Sergeant, Mike used to lay in bed at night and worry about what would happen if his plant closed or found himself without a job. One day his plant closed. Rather than panic and hysteria (OK, maybe a little) Mike found himself carried away on the adventure of his life. Mike started with the best job he ever had working at Home Depot. He spent 8 years working with job seekers at a local workforce center, helping them to find employment. He then started his own company developing courses, writing books and urging others to follow their own paths into the future.
Mike holds a Master of Arts in Adult Education and Training and a Bachelor of Business Management, earned through the University of Phoenix and an AAS degree in Electronics Systems Technology from the Community College of the Air Force. Mike is a member of the Delta Mu Delta Business Honor Society.
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