Choosing joy

The person who woke before the sun rose, drove through inclement weather, unlocked the building, and greeted clients with a smile — this person isn’t being paid extra. She’s not suffering silently. She’s not even acting.

She made a decision long ago (or maybe every day) about what’s worth her energy and attention. About whether whining helps. About whether she deserves special attention for working hard.

Her job is not easy, but her burden is light. Because she doesn’t seek sympathy. She doesn’t fish for accolades. She doesn’t want pity.

She just steps through the muck and does her job with intention and an undeniable, inalienable joy.

And we can do the same.