A “Joy that has no opposite” can be realized when we use mindfulness techniques to explore awareness. Happiness is wonderful too, but - as an emotion - comes and goes. Our usual ways of thinking, creating expectations, making judgments, reacting to news, making plans- all are part of what “makes us tick”. Becoming aware of “makes us tick” reveals the innate qualities of Joy, Peace, Love and Generosity charting a path for an open hearted life with less suffering that is open and helpful to