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Even though you feel safe and secure in your comfort zone, are you really happy inside of it? After all, there’s more to life than safety! What about passion? What about excitement? Wouldn’t you like more joy in your life?

To experience new heights of joy, the only requirement is a willingness to challenge yourself to break out of your self-imposed limitations.

Getting outside of your comfort zone doesn’t always mean taking giant steps or doing something crazy. Expanding your comfort zone can mean small changes. For example, read a book you usually wouldn’t pick up, learn about something that challenges your viewpoint, or take a language course. Do things that are different than your ordinary daily routine.

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Do you feel like all you do is prepare for future joyful times? Perhaps you hear sayings like “live each day as if it were your last” but you have trouble truly taking it to heart. Experiencing joyful times can take some extra effort on your part. The truth is, it’s a choice. We live in busier and busier times and must remember to schedule time to slow down and enjoy life in the present. Everyone has a unique definition of what joy means for them. Even on your busiest of days, you should strive to pause and remember what is important in y
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It’s easy to get caught up with worries during difficult times. You may even think that finding joy involves a great deal of work or money. This isn’t true at all – there are plenty of ways to create joy in your life right now! Here are some ideas to help you enjoy more happiness every day: 1. Turn off the news, TV, and computer. While theses things can be helpful to keep you informed and entertained, it’s important to remember life without them. You’ll be amazed at how many projects you can complete without these distractions! * For example, instead of mindlessly watc Continue Reading...