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Joy as an Act of Defiance
Joy as an Act of Defiance
Joy as an Act of Defiance
Friday 7th February 2025
Heather Havrilesky discusses finding joy in the process, low-stakes art, and personal growth in this engaging episode of Really Good Shares.
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Get the buttons here!Finding Joy in the Process: A Conversation with Heather Havrilesky
Episode Overview
- Embrace the process rather than focusing on the results.
- Engaging in low-stakes art can bring peace and calm.
- It's okay to be bad at something and still enjoy it.
- Joy is essential, even during tough times.
- Don't feel guilty for seeking happiness.
The process itself is somehow life-affirming and energising.
In this episode of Really Good Shares, writer Heather Havrilesky shares her unique perspective on finding joy through the process rather than the results. Heather, known for her popular advice column 'Ask Polly' and her book 'Foreverland', dives into how engaging in activities like Zoom singing lessons has helped her grow as a person. She emphasises that the journey itself, even when you're not great at it, is where the magic lies.
This idea resonates deeply in a world that often feels overwhelming and bleak. Heather discusses the importance of embracing low-stakes art and how it brings a mysterious peace and calm. She believes that joy is essential, even during tough times, and that we should not feel guilty for seeking it. The episode is filled with anecdotes and reflections on creativity, vulnerability, and the power of process over perfection.
If you're looking for a refreshing take on personal growth and finding joy in the little things, this episode is a must-listen.