The OST + Joy Boost Index
Every small action categorized by result (more joy, more connection, building a better world, taking care of yourself), plus links to all Joy Boosts by category!
🤩 Whatcha want to work on?
Here’s the deal: You’re going to want to make this hard. DON’T.
Just pick an action that looks easy and fun and COMMIT. Like actually do it this week and see how great it feels to start building a joyful life that lights you up.
MORE JOY!
Get something on your calendar you’re excited about
TAKING EXCELLENT CARE OF YOURSELF!
STRONGER CONNECTIONS!
Friendships
Text or call a friend that you miss
Community
Ideas for helping our immigrant neighbors and friends
Pick up a piece of trash
MORE MEANINGFUL LIFE!
Get curious about something in your life
🥳 Need a boost of joy?
You deserve to have a good time and an easy life.
Sometimes that’s creating the time to watch or read something that inspires you or makes you laugh. Other times, it can be making your life easier and less stressful. And, occasionally, it looks like spending some cash on items that light you up.
Here’s a bunch of ideas!
FASHION
Jeans that smooth your lumps, don’t stretch out, and are reasonably priced | Joy Boost #2
A matching set that looks very expensive in person and fits like a dream | Joy Boost #3
Matching, green work out outfit that’s ADORABLE | Joy Boost #4
Pleated, flowy work out skirt for when you want to feel cute | Joy Boost #4
Oversized, cropped shirt to wear every day | Joy Boost #4
Comfy, sweat shorts that have structure | Joy Boost #4
Black and white running shorts for an old school vibe | Joy Boost #4
Ridiculously adorable, color block matching set for working out | Joy Boost #4
The only straw visor you’ll ever need | Joy Boost #4
HAIR & MAKEUP
I finally found a foundation that smoothes out my coloring and wrinkles | Joy Boost #5
HOME
The most comfortable outdoor chairs EVER | Joy Boost #6
These pillows turn your bed into a five star hotel | Joy Boost #1
Got bugs? You need this | Joy Boost #5
The perfect prints for the skier in your life | Joy Boost #6
MUSIC
How the biggest fire relief concert came together in under 48 hours | Joy Boost #1
PODCASTS
In perimenopause? This podcast is a must-listen | Joy Boost #3
Thinking about starting HRT? This podcast gave me a good base of understanding | Joy Boost #3
BOOKS
This book low key changed my life | Joy Boost #1
If you’re middle-aged, read this! | Joy Boost #2
The perfect summer, romance read | Joy Boost #3
Looking for fun, escapist, summer, over-the-top? I got you. | Joy Boost #4
MOVIES + TV
Probably my favorite show I’ve EVER watched (sweet, funny, and real) | Joy Boost #1
Like The Great British Bake Off show, but for dating | Joy Boost #2
INSTAGRAM
Thinking about taking up this sport | Joy Boost #1
The funniest fashion blogger on IG | Joy Boost #2
A burst of sunshine and happiness for your feed | Joy Boost #5
Libraries are hilarious | Joy Boost #6
APPS
A real, hold-it-in-your-hands, monthly letter! | Joy Boost #5
Got 20,000 photos on your phone? This app will help you get through them quickly | Joy Boost #6
FOOD AND DRINK
The coffee syrup that’s saved me a whole lotta money | Joy Boost #4
SOCIAL CLUBS
An easy way to meet creative entrepreneurs in your area | Joy Boost #4
TOYS
The perfect activity when you’re kids are bored and driving you nuts | Joy Boost #2
What I’m giving all the 11-year olds in my life | Joy Boost #3
Letter puzzle that’s the perfect amount of tricky and fun | Joy Boost #6
Puzzle for all the Minecraft fans in your life | Joy Boost #6
Taylor Swift puzzle because, omg, IYKYK| Joy Boost #6
If you have a dog lover in your life… | Joy Boost #6
Puzzle subscription for regular fun | Joy Boost #6
HACKS + ORGANIZATION
The huge, three month calendar that has us actually doing summer fun | Joy Boost #3
The clipboard that FINALLY got me organized (and my new hack!) | Joy Boost #5