Deltra Powney discusses her painting, A World Alive, and we talk about happiness in relationship to the natural world.

Natascia Ciancibello reads her poem, the right amount of honey, and we talk about how happiness can often feel bittersweet and how we deal with that.

Vidya discusses her drawing, Brushstrokes of Emotion, and we talk about what happiness can look like while navigating other complex emotions.

Mak discusses her song, Dear Moon, and we talk about how the important people in our lives shape our happiness.

Farah Rahman Omi discusses her painting, Sunflower Days, and we talk about the variety of ways people can experience happiness.

Wenmin Mo reads her poem, The Big Dipper A Signifier of Summer Joys, and we talk about how we go about intentionally engaging with life as part of our pursuit of happiness.  

Amy Bacon reads their poem, Isbíltúr and we talk about what helps us be in the moment when life doesn’t go as planned.

Harry-Not-Potter reads their poem The Butterfly Effect, and we talk about how practicing happiness can be transformative. 

Jasleen Mahindru talks about their photograph, Prismatic, and we talk about how notions of happiness can shift as our perspectives change.

JAHJackson reads their poem, Happiness, and talks about contentment, and we’ll reflect on how we can feel happy, even when life around us isn’t cooperating. 

In this episode we will hear the poem People Watching by Danielle Ignacio and will talk about recognizing the small and mundane moments that happen around us every day as one way we can cultivate happiness.

Introduction for podcast Happiness Reflected Season Two

In our final episode, we consider the ways that happiness can become a sustainable practice. Eudaimonic happiness is a term that recognizes that happiness can become a part of our lives through growth, self-actualization, and purpose – even if it’s your purpose in this moment. 

In this episode, we want to connect to the idea that happiness is actionable. Even small moments, the little things in life, can bring us those moments of content, but in our busy, busy world, we often overlook them. With this episode, we encourage you to look at those little moments in your life that bring you contentment, joy, and gratitude.

“Don’t worry, be happy” doesn’t always work. What happens when we feel disconnected to happiness? Our poets share their experiences with challenges and barriers to happiness. Through their vulnerability, we hope to acknowledge that happiness doesn’t always come easy.

Join us as we explore how our memories and connections can inspire reflection and gratitude. Our first five poems explore moments of family, relationships, and childhood, highlighting how connection can be pivotal to wellness. 

Trailer for podcast Happiness Reflected: A Community Poetry Project