Claiming Joy: My Daily Choice

I wake up today and I choose joy.

I feel it in the small things.

The sunlight brushing my skin.

The rhythm of my breath.

The pulse of life all around me.

I'm learning that happiness is not something I chase.

It's something I allow.

Something I nurture.

Something I claim as my own.

I am worthy of it.

I'm open to it.

I remind myself that I do not need everything to be perfect to be happy.

I release the idea that happiness depends on the outside world.

I let go of comparison.

I let go of what should be and I embrace what is.

I am enough.

I am whole.

I am complete.

When challenges arise I meet them with calm and courage.

I acknowledge my feelings but I do not let them hold me hostage.

I am stronger than my fears.

I am resilient.

I am capable and I choose to see light even in shadows.

To find a glimmer of hope.

To smile in the midst of difficulty.

Happiness is my practice and I practice it every day.

I allow myself to savour pleasure in every moment.

The taste of my food.

The sound of music.

The laughter of friends and the quiet of my own company.

I am present.

I am grateful.

I am alive.

Each breath is a blessing.

Each heartbeat is a reminder that I am here and I deserve to be happy right now.

I surround myself with what uplifts me and I release what drains me.

I create space in my heart for love,

For creativity,

For curiosity.

I honour my spirit.

I honour my body.

I honour my mind.

Happiness is not a reward.

It is my birthright and today I claim it.

I speak to myself with kindness and I listen to my own soul.

I am gentle with my journey.

I am patient with my growth and I forgive myself for yesterday and I welcome today with open arms.

I am deserving of peace.

I'm deserving of laughter.

I am deserving of joy.

I am happy.

I am joy.

I am light and as I walk through this day I carry this truth in my heart knowing that happiness is not something I wait for.

It is something I am.

It is who I am.