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Joy Is Found In What You Truly Enjoy

Joy Is Found In What You Truly Enjoy

Most people can’t answer the simple question “What do you enjoy?”

Life Goes By Without Self Awareness

Many people reach adulthood without really knowing what brings them joy. Time spent without this knowledge means lost opportunities for real happiness. Studies show people who consciously do things they enjoy score 40% higher on the happiness scale than those who don’t. We chase success, relationships and material possessions but often forget to identify what truly brings us happiness.

The Joy Question Exposes Our Autopilot Living

When asked what we enjoy, many of us freeze. This hesitation shows we’re living on script – following societal expectations rather than our own desires. We mistake what impresses others for what truly satisfies us. The biggest mistake is confusing gratitude for joy – appreciating what you have isn’t the same as knowing what activities energize your soul.

Self Discovery Requires Intentional Experimentation

Try three new things each month with no expectations. Record your emotions during and after each experience in a simple journal. Pay attention to what you lose track of time doing. Start with small things like walking a new neighborhood before committing to big changes like international travel. It’s not about being perfect but about being aware – what experiences bring you joy versus distraction.

Spontaneous Travel Reveals Our True Preferences

Unplanned trips eliminate the pressure of expectations. Without an itinerary, you discover what naturally draws your attention. Spontaneous travel forces decision making based on current desires rather than long term planning. Research shows that travelers who leave 50% of their trip unscheduled score higher than those with strict itineraries.

Identifying Joy Improves All Aspects Of Life

People who know what brings them joy make career decisions 30% faster than those without this clarity. Relationships improve when both partners know each other’s true interests. The energy from regular enjoyable activities improves productivity in other areas by 25%. Decisions become simpler when measured against what you know brings you joy.

My Random Thoughts

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My name is Cem Hurturk. I’m a self-made software engineer and serial entrepreneur. I’ve been writing code since I was in high school and working in the software industry since the early 1990s.

1/4/2022
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Consistency is Life Changing Through Small Daily Habits

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Would Future Me Thank Me for This?

Would Future Me Thank Me for This?

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