In this moment I have decided that I want to be happy. It is my choice to be joyful, and no matter what is going on outside of me this is the state I choose.
There are terrible things happening in the world. People are starving, there are conflicts that could lead to war, the climate is a concern, and our very existence seems threatened.
Still, I choose to be joyful. I am unable to suffer enough to change what is out of my control.
I have tremendous sympathy for others who are struggling, and I do what is within my power to help when I can.
Still I feel joy.
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