In this episode of The Artful Gourmet Podcast, Kristen Hess explores the theme of happiness as an internal journey, emphasizing the importance of creativity and joy in our lives. She encourages listeners to find their groove through music, personal expression, and rediscovering passions that may have been lost. The conversation highlights the transformative power of joy and the idea that it's never too late to reclaim one's happiness and creativity.

• Happiness is an inside job.
• Creating joy from within leads to external opportunities.
• Music has the power to uplift and inspire.
• Rediscovering passions can reignite creativity.
• It's important to dance and express joy, regardless of judgment.
• Finding your groove can lead to a more fulfilling life.
• It's never too late to get back into your groove.
• Personal growth often requires self-reflection and action.
• Engaging in creative activities can enhance overall happiness.
• Joy is a rhythm we create in our lives.

"Happiness is an inside job."

"Your happiness is homemade."

"Joy is a rhythm we create."

00:00 Introduction

00:23 The Joy of 'Groove is in the Heart'

01:14 Creating Your Own Joy

1. 00:07 - 00:14: "The idea that joy is a rhythm we create."
2. 01:24 - 01:32: "Your groove, your joy is already inside your heart."
3. 01:57 - 02:04: "Happiness is an inside job."
4. 03:15 - 03:23: "Joy is a practice."
5. 04:38 - 04:46: "When you create joy from the inside out, everything else in your life starts to groove with you."
6. 06:34 - 06:42: "Your groove is any moment that reconnects you to yourself."
7. 07:09 - 07:17: "It just means it's waiting for you to press play again."
8. 10:21 - 10:29: "Doesn't matter how long you're out of your groove, you can still get it back."
9. 13:26 - 13:34: "Your happiness is homemade."