No way around it – life is tough right now for pretty much everyone. There’s no need to list all the reasons why 2020 is a mess – we’re still living it every day.

As a means of getting through it, I’ve found myself searching for joy - and I’m definitely not the only one doing this. Lately, I’ve come across a lot of social media posts and articles addressing this very topic. Looking for joy is not something that’s new to me. I have a daily gratitude practice, which helps me to be aware of the small, simple joys that are a part of everyday life.

However.