These days, the word "joy" is popping up everywhere. Why has the pursuit of joy subbed in for the pursuit of happiness--or other emotions? We discuss what distinguishes joy, why it has become such a desirable goal, and how we can find joy in our daily lives.
Panelists:
Theo Greene, associate professor, sociology, Bowdoin College
Susan Gehry, geriatric psychiatrist, director of Aging Maine, University of New England; associate professor, geriatrics, University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine
Resources:
What Is Joy and What Does It Say About Us? | Psychology Today
Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu: The Secret to Joy | Time
A Defense of Joy - The Atlantic
