Joy is a virtue that fuels the soul. I have learned that I am responsible and accountable for my own morale. Once I took ownership of my morale, my attitude changed with this newfound freedom. I realized that I did not need to wait for others to feel good or be grateful, I could choose my attitude at my discretion. I learned that inner joy could be sustained regardless of circumstance. Joy is not necessarily the absence of sadness. Joy and sadness can co-exist but the key was for me to allow Joy to cushion me through times of sadness thus avoiding despair. Joy to me is an antidote, like laughter, Joy is good medicine! Dr. Rose
