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How to Incite Joy with Ross Gay
How to Incite Joy with Ross Gay
How to Incite Joy with Ross Gay
Tuesday 4th April 2023
Ross Gay shares insights on finding joy in everyday moments, the power of laughter, and acts of kindness on 'The One You Feed'.
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Get the buttons here!Ross Gay on Finding Joy in Everyday Moments
Practicing the thing can make the thing sort of grow in itself and that then can sort of increase one's desire to practice.
Ever wondered how to find joy in the simplest of moments? In this episode of 'The One You Feed', host Eric Zimmer chats with Ross Gay, an acclaimed writer and creative writing professor at Indiana University. Known for his book 'The Book of Delights', Gay dives into the essence of joy and how it can transform our lives. He shares how paying attention to the small, delightful things around us can lead to a more joyful existence.
Gay emphasizes that joy is abundant if we just take the time to notice it. Ross Gay also highlights the importance of laughter and how it connects us to our joy. He suggests that laughter can be a powerful tool for self-discovery and understanding ourselves better. According to Gay, slowing down and being present in the moment helps us appreciate the little things we often overlook.
He discusses how busyness can be a way of avoiding or escaping difficult emotions, and how listening to our bodies can help us find joy. Acts of care and kindness are another key theme in this episode. Gay believes that we have been cared for long before we were born and that recognizing this can help us find joy in our lives. He talks about the tenderness between people and how it can lead to solidarity and love.
Gay's insights are both inspiring and practical, offering listeners a new perspective on finding happiness in everyday life. This episode is a heartfelt reminder to slow down, appreciate the small things, and focus on acts of care and kindness. Ross Gay's thoughts on joy and self-discovery are truly enlightening, making this episode a must-listen for anyone looking to incite more joy in their life.