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Jan 2025
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the Book of Joy, -Book Summary

Isabella and Richard
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the Book of Joy, exploring how the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu approach finding joy amidst suffering. It highlights their assertion that true joy stems from inner resilience, not the absence of hardship, and outlines eight pillars—perspective, humility, humor, acceptance, forgiveness, gratitude, compassion, and generosity—to cultivate joy. The book emphasizes practical exercises and mindful practices to integrate joy into daily life, promoting a ripple effect of compassion and peace. Ultimately, the text promotes the idea that joy is both a personal and a collective responsibility.

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