I know we're always supposed to be present in THIS moment. But this moment can have joy contemplating a future moment! Sounds confusing but it's true! For information on Kipp and his book — or if you’d like to have him speak at your event, visit his website at www.improbablejoy.com

I don't believe in "failed" relationships. Even today, I can find joy in the moments from past loves! For information on Kipp and his book — or if you’d like to have him speak at your event, visit his website at www.improbablejoy.com

Sometimes we all need to hear that we are being a positive influence in the world. This past week, I got validation and it felt good! And it brought joy! For information on Kipp and his book — or if you’d like to have him speak at your event, visit his website at www.improbablejoy.com

Sometimes a random act of kindness can be the impetus for long-lasting joy! When did you last show random kindness? For information on Kipp and his book — or if you’d like to have him speak at your event, visit his website at www.improbablejoy.com

Sometimes life is about the simple things. Just finishing something you started can bring about the most joyous moments!! For information on Kipp and his book — or if you’d like to have him speak at your event, visit his website at www.improbablejoy.com

This is a long one -- but please hang in there and hear me out! My attitude has shifted and I'm ready to change anger into hope! For information on Kipp and his book — or if you’d like to have him speak at your event, visit his website at www.improbablejoy.com

Sometimes letting go of all the hard work we've put into something can be hard. This past week, I realized that starting over is sometimes the best route to take -- and there's even joy in it!! For information on Kipp and his book — or if you’d like to have him speak at your event, visit his website at www.improbablejoy.com

Sometimes I find myself looking so hard for joy that I forget it's right in front of me -- in the everyday little things we do! Pay attention this week! For information on Kipp and his book — or if you’d like to have him speak at your event, visit his website at www.improbablejoy.com

Reminiscing almost always makes us smile -- it's fun to do! Today, I remembered how I'm in gratitude for moments. Moments are all we really have! For information on Kipp and his book — or if you’d like to have him speak at your event, visit his website at www.improbablejoy.com

Sometimes our memories can be "sparked" by something we see or hear. That happened to me this past week! For information on Kipp and his book — or if you’d like to have him speak at your event, visit his website at www.improbablejoy.com

Joy can come from really unexpected places, as I've often said. This past week, I found joy in an Australian TV show! Oh -- and my book publication date has been set! :o) For information on Kipp and his book — or if you’d like to have him speak at your event, visit his website at www.improbablejoy.com

I believe we all want and NEED to connect with other human beings. Where and how are you connecting with others? Opportunities exist in lots of places -- but you have to look! For information on Kipp and his book — or if you’d like to have him speak at your event, visit his website at www.improbablejoy.com

I don't go to church often anymore -- and joy is not something I generally equate with a Lutheran service. Today, on Easter, I was pleasantly surprised!! For information on Kipp and his book — or if you’d like to have him speak at your event, visit his website at www.improbablejoy.com

Sometimes we embrace behavior because "that's how we've always done it." Changing things up brought me some surprising joy this last week! For information on Kipp and his book — or if you’d like to have him speak at your event, visit his website at www.improbablejoy.com

We all get stuck in routine and "this is how I've always done it" mentality. I made a change about a month ago and JOY showed up this past week as a result of that change! For information on Kipp and his book — or if you’d like to have him speak at your event, visit his website at www.improbablejoy.com

Judge Ketanji Jackson Brown, during her confirmation hearings, told of a story when an anonymous person approached her when she was a Freshman at Harvard University. That moment brought joy to Judge Jackson Brown -- and to me! For information on Kipp and his book — or if you’d like to have him speak at your event, visit his website at www.improbablejoy.com

Most of us have grown up with judgment in one way or another. This "rubs off" and makes us all a little too judgmental. I think we would all be well-served to come from a place of love! Here is link to the Instagram video I discuss: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CapgCP8gn2t/?utm_medium=copy_link For information on Kipp and his book — or if you’d like to have him speak at your event, visit his website at www.improbablejoy.com

As I've often said, joy can show up in really unexpected places! This past week, Eureka (a drag queen) brought joy to my days with a song about unity! For information on Kipp and his book — or if you’d like to have him speak at your event, visit his website at www.improbablejoy.com

While I will never say that war is joyful -- it isn't -- we can continue to find joy in the midst of all that's bad in the world. But we have to continue looking!! For information on Kipp and his book — or if you’d like to have him speak at your event, visit his website at www.improbablejoy.com

We all have a tendency to put people "in boxes" sometimes -- we judge before we really know the person. I was recently guilty of that and found some amazingly unexpected joy after coming to my senses!! For information on Kipp and his book — or if you’d like to have him speak at your event, visit his website at www.improbablejoy.com

Joy has a way of coming out of nowhere -- but remember, you have to be paying attention. After watching an episode of "Mama's Family" earlier this week, there was a scene that stood out and it's "stuck" with me for days now! For information on Kipp and his book — or if you’d like to have him speak at your event, visit his website at www.improbablejoy.com

I really am committed to paying attention and seeking out joy in unexpected places; though this one, I must say, really surprised me. But it continues to make me smile -- even weeks later! For information on Kipp and his book — or if you’d like to have him speak at your event, visit his website at www.improbablejoy.com

Home improvement projects almost always lead to some joy but sometimes, there's "bonus" joy -- join me and find out how you can get a little for yourself! ;o) For information on Kipp and his book — or if you’d like to have him speak at your event, visit his website at www.improbablejoy.com

So joy really does show up in the most improbable and unexpected places. Today's vlog is a little long but worth the time, I think! :o) For information on Kipp and his book — or if you’d like to have him speak at your event, visit his website at www.improbablejoy.com

Having just been through a Thanksgiving vacation with family, I've come to realize that I'm not the only one that has an expanded definition of what it means to be family. While someone might be an EX-husband or EX-wife, they are often never EX-family!

We all find ourselves in annoying situations. Recently, I recalled something that was annoying with a friend and we found a way to turn that into long-lasting joy! For information on Kipp and his book — or if you’d like to have him speak at your event, visit his website at www.improbablejoy.com

As I've said many times, joy can be found in the most unexpected places -- IF YOU LOOK. I was looking this week when I found myself in the ER! For information on Kipp and his book — or if you’d like to have him speak at your event, visit his website at www.improbablejoy.com

Long car rides can be boring and stressful. They can also be a time for reflection and introspection. Maybe it’s time for you to look inside and make a phone call to someone from your past.

How many times does joy show up and you don't see it? Having and maintaining intention is the key to ensuring you don't miss something amazing! For information on Kipp and his book — or if you’d like to have him speak at your event, visit his website at www.improbablejoy.com

Seeing bigotry and discrimination can be difficult and soul-sucking! But if we really pay close attention, we might be surprised to see that things are better! For information on Kipp and his book — or if you’d like to have him speak at your event, visit his website at www.improbablejoy.com

When we choose to move through the world as unfiltered and authentic beings, things can happen -- and one of those things might just be a speck of joy in an unexpected moment! For information on Kipp and his book — or if you’d like to have him speak at your event, visit his website at www.improbablejoy.com

Sometimes we don't always get the "closure" we need and want in our lives. But if we pay attention, the littlest thing can spur a "moment" that brings joy -- even without closure. For information on Kipp and his book — or if you’d like to have him speak at your event, visit his website at www.improbablejoy.com

Life is not just about experiencing joy and happiness. This is a simple reminder that we are not meant to JUST be happy! For information on Kipp and his book — or if you’d like to have him speak at your event, visit his website at www.improbablejoy.com

While I always enjoy telling the story about improbable joy origins, something unexpected happened this past week: I received some unexpected joy that stuck with me! For information on Kipp and his book — or if you’d like to have him speak at your event, visit his website at www.improbablejoy.com