Helen Russell

How To Be Sad with Helen Russell

Helen Russell

  • Season 3 #3 Ingrid Fetell Lee

Season 3 #3 Ingrid Fetell Lee

Wednesday 29th September 2021

Ingrid Fetell Lee discusses with Helen Russell how design elements like color and nature can bring joy and lift spirits on 'How to Be Sad'.
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How To Be Sad with Helen Russell
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Finding Joy in Everyday Moments with Ingrid Fetell Lee

I don’t need to be happy to feel joy…I don’t have to worry about making everything awesome in my
Ever thought about how a splash of color or a whimsical design could brighten your day? Ingrid Fetell Lee, a designer and writer, joins Helen Russell on 'How to Be Sad' to share her fascinating insights into the relationship between design and joy. Ingrid's work, including her book 'Joyful' and her blog 'Aesthetics of Joy', dives deep into how our surroundings can uplift us, even when we're feeling down.
She believes that joy isn't about being perpetually happy but about finding small moments that can lift our spirits. In this episode, Ingrid discusses how everyday elements like color, bubbles, and even tree houses can bring joy into our lives. She challenges the notion that joy is frivolous or unimportant, emphasizing that it plays a crucial role in our well-being.
Ingrid also touches on the risks and vulnerabilities involved in pursuing joy and how societal perceptions, especially those labeling joyful aesthetics as 'feminine', can limit our experiences. If you're curious about how to sprinkle a bit more joy into your daily routine, this episode is a must-listen. Ingrid's perspective might just change the way you see the world around you.