FIND & EXPRESS JOY

Step into the Joy Garden—dance, DIYs, craft, gardening, home and decor, aesthetic appreciation…all one intentional creation at a time

Rainy Evenings and Light Reflections: Creating Cozy Moments at Home -   There’s something about rainy evenings that brings a sense of calm and introspection. The soft patter of rain against…
Moments of Magic: Finding Stillness in a Busy Mind - Sometimes, if we truly pause and look, we find a fleeting moment that quiets the mind. It's just for a…
  • Think about a moment today that made you smile. Was it a cup of tea, a walk, a dance?
  • How often do you allow yourself to notice these?
  • Do you do something that beings you joy everyday? Is that a practice?
It better be worth it!!!- Valuing Time - As I age, I’ve realized that if I’m going to leave the warmth of my favorite spot on the couch,…
Top 10 Tips for Creating Healing Spaces for Well-Being - Creating a healing space isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s about nurturing an environment that fosters well-being, introspection, and joy. Here are…
  • Does my space reflect who I am? Am I surrounded by colors, objects, and textures that bring warmth?
  • Do you love your space because of how you feel or what others think about it?
“When Art Chooses You: A Dancer’s Journey Beyond Performance” - Of the many avatars I have in this lifetime, this is perhaps the oldest. Before I was a lover, a…
Dance – An Everlasting Friendship -   As a 5-year-old, I gingerly held my mother’s hand and entered Naru Aunty’s living room. That day is unforgettable—it…
  • What is something you loved doing as a child but stopped? Can you reintroduce it into your life?
  • Do you remember when you felt you were part of something ? Your friends, group activities?

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Bat Shit Crazy Dining Wall Piece: Juggaaaad Creation

I finally found the bat shit crazy piece for my dining wall, and I’m absolutely thrilled with how it turned out! It’s one of those moments where creativity and a little bit of “juggaad” (a great term for makeshift or innovative fixes) come together to create something totally unique. The Backstory of My Juggaaaad Wall Art […]

Dance – An Everlasting Friendship

  As a 5-year-old, I gingerly held my mother’s hand and entered Naru Aunty’s living room. That day is unforgettable—it was when I first encountered my lifelong companion and now best friend: Dance. The “dance class” was a small room, barely able to accommodate a few kids. I was apprehensive, not knowing anyone in the […]

Tango of Light and Greens: Embracing Life’s Subtle Dance

Slowly, the garden and light begin their tango, and I am merely the audience. I set the props here and there, just enough, and they come together and fade in passionate embraces—sunlight kissing leaves and flowers in delightful exchanges. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Roopasri Vittal (@museonmagic) The point is, life […]