jOy

I probably closed myself off from her and didn't feel her for most of my life except for a few moments.

For many years I was too much in my head and didn't allow myself to let go.

I also had trouble expressing my feelings in front of others.

I preferred to wear a poker face as protection against vulnerability.

There were only a few situations where I unconsciously relaxed a bit, mostly during parkour training or after a few glasses of alcohol.

After this conversation with the coach, I started looking for ways to bring joy back into my life.

I started listening to my intuition more, going out into nature and doing something for myself.

A little later, I learned to experience joy and happiness whenever I choose.

I can now find joy and happiness in myself at any time.

It is enough to "switch", and although I sometimes feel the resistance of my ego to this change, it works.

The truth is, anyone can do it.

And you too.

You might not want to hear this:

Being happy and joyful is your decision.

The only problem is in our decision that we will only be happy if… something.

We have invented a condition that must be met in order to allow ourselves to feel happiness.

I started this painting thinking it would be part of a new series about connecting with our divinity.

But then I saw a face there for the first time and decided to leave it there.

I thought it was funny.

So I gave in and painted Joy for Joy.

Now I have to smile every time I see him.

It improves the mood of everyone in its presence and reminds us not to take life so seriously.

Pure joy and happiness border on divinity.

This makes this work return to the divine series.

The circle closes.