There is something to be said about the joy of the mundane. What can best help us discover or rediscover a simple joy is a change of attitude. A different approach, a little music, or some help from friends, and the tasks or responsibilities that we perceive as tedious can become a source of pleasure.
Most of us tend to put off what it is that we don’t want to do. Yet, one of the best approaches to an unpleasant task or dull chore is to dive right in and be fully mindful of what it is that you are doing.
Playing your favorite music, dancing while you work, or creating a mental list of everything you are grateful for are just a few ways to turn an unexciting activity into a fun event. Ask a friend to help you clean out the basement or paint a room; provide some yummy snacks as an incentive.
Look for joy in doing your mundane activities, and they’ll become a source of enjoyment rather than a tolerable duty. Your joy is your job. You can claim it!
