H N N H HANNAH GUTIERREZ Interior Architecture & Design hannahguti@gmail.com
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“The highest form of knowledge is empathy, for it requires us to suspend our egos and live in another’s world. It requires profound purpose larger than the self kind of understanding.” - B IL L B UL L A R D
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TA B LE O F CO N TEN TS
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CENTERPOINT ON MILL MULTI-PURPOSE PAGE 8
FAHRENHEIT INTERIORS WORKPLACE DESIGN PAGE 20
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HAVEN YOUTH PROGRAM PAGE 34
CONNECTIONS HEALTHCARE PAGE 44
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01 Location: Tempe, AZ In collaboration with: Sandra Bitelli and Jackie Garay CenterPoint on Mill serves as a multi-purpose hub for locals to indulge, engage and explore. Consisting of a library, cafĂŠ, art gallery, studio space, restaurant, and outdoor bar, this destination promotes a sense of community by offering opportunities for chance encounters and intimate moments among a grander experience. Design Excellence Award Finalist
Herberger Institute For Design and the Arts, Arizona State University
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HISTORY Tempe started life as a ferry landing on the Salado River in 1871. By the early 1970’s, Mill Avenue had become a strip of “hippie shops and biker bars,� as Tempe residents remember. City Hall hired a San Francisco consultant, who recommended tearing everything down and starting over. Two local architects, Ernest Nickel and Robert Hershberger, howled in outrage, and as a consequence were awarded the job of plotting a more respectful renovation. They redesigned Mill Avenue, banishing parallel parking, widening the sidewalks and planting a forest of trees. Three blocks of handsome turn-of -the-century commercial buildings were restored, not demolished. Thanks to the university, Tempe has a more animated life with a compact downtown district and a rare urban renewal success story.
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1. Gathering Steps 2. Cafe 3. Outdoor/Event 4. Studio 5. Computers 6. Stacks 7. Bleacher Seating 8. Collaboration/Study 9. Sunken Lounge 10. Cafe Mezzanine 11. Live-In Studio 12. Study Pods 13. Outdoor Bar/Lounge 14. Waiting Lounge 15. Restaurant
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LIBRARY
Locals can come and use the computers, hangout on the gathering steps, and collaborate in the study nooks.
SUNKEN LOUNGE A space for locals to hangout and collaborate. 14
MEZZANINE
STUDY PODS
Overlooking the main library space and the stacks underneath.
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CAFE
Offered close to the entrance so locals can pick up a cup of coffee before entering the library or stay to catch up with a friend.
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OUTDOOR LOUNGE
A space for events and socializing. 17
MODEL PHOTOS
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02 Location: Scottsdale, AZ In collaboration with: Kiana Taie and Joe Viterbo Fahrenheit Interiors is a commercial interior design firm, located in Scottsdale, Arizona. The up-and-coming company was in need of a multi-story space that could house the 300+ employees as well as the unique amenities and services that Fahrenheit Interiors offers. Casey Potash, the head Principle, is a lover of neutral color, patterns, animals, and a foodie at heart. 20
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ABOUT THE CLIENT - Passionate about food and relationships - Values health and wellness - Design aesthetic: Simple and clean - Colors: Neutrals
CLIENT’S VISION - “A facility that makes people want to come to work” - Natural lighting - Feeling of openness - Practical, functional and flexible - Fun atmosphere - Spaces for collaboration between designers and clients - Writable surfaces at every location - Unconventional breakout surfaces
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Inspired by the Arizona Skies, we divided the building into three par ts based off of the three stages of the sun: sunrise, midday, and sunset. We space planned according to how the user would experience the building at each stage of the day. A deep red was pulled from the sunset and sunrise por tions of the building and a light red was used to in the center of the building to represent the midday por tion. We extended the midday por tion to emphasize the impor tance of taking a break, collaboration and socializing during the work day.
EXISTING EXTERIOR
EXISTING INTERIOR
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SUNRISE
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SUNSET
EXISTING INTERIOR
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THIRD FLOOR
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FOURTH FLOOR
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SUN DIAGRAM
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AIR DIAGRAM
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RECEPTION This is the entrance for clients and visitors.
BRAINSTORMING
“Jumpstorming.” Employees can take a break from the typical work environment to jump around and brainstorm.
CAFE/JUICE BAR This service is offered close to both
BRAINSTORMING
“Swingstorming.” Designers are offered an unconventional brainstorming environment to get the creative juices flowing.
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entrances for both clients and employees.
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CONFERENCE ROOM
KITCHEN 32
Space for meetings and collaboration.
The main area for food breaks with a kitchen and full bar.
LIVING ROOM
WORKSTATIONS
Lounge seating for break time.
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03 Location: Avondale, AZ In collaboration with: Anthony Bracamonte, Tania Ibanez, Ponti O’Neill and Ryan Ornorff The Interdisciplinary cluster competition challenged Junior students across the design disciplines at The Design school to explore ideas for underserved youth in Maricopa County. The Youth Program was given an old building to assist underserved youth ages 14–21 with the initial steps towards achieving self-sufficiency through education, employment, and leadership activities.The purpose of the program was to provide eligible youth seeking assistance in achieving academic and employment success, and opportunities to participate in activities related to leadership development and decision making. We were to propose ideas for either the building, the park, the communication, the branding, the curricula, or a tool to improve the future of these groups of youth. We were given 10 days to complete our proposition. Cluster Competition Winner
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EXISTING FLOOR PLAN
PROPOSED FLOOR PLAN
Hangout Room Conference Room + Study Hall Flex Space + Workshop Computer + Tech Lab Storage + HVAC Restroom Outdoor Courtyard + Hangout Kitchenette Sliding Partition Lockers + Storage
Scale: 1/4” = 1’
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E D U C AT E EM P OW ER A place to hold large work shops and welcome speakers to encourage and boost the confidence of the young adults.
A private space for case managers to meet with their clients, tutoring and small staff meetings.
E N T E R TA IN A space to hang out, unwind and enjoy the company of each other.
E X P LO R E Access to online resources and computer software allow the youth to research and explore new programs or complete schoolwork.
E N GAG E A welcoming and inviting place to gather and engage in social activities with other young adults, friends or family.
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Contemporized to blend in with the surroundings and to draw less attention to the building.
A space for the youth to display their work and engage with eachother.
EAST VIEW
This is the main view that students see when they first walk in.
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ENTERTAIN
A space to hang out, unwind and enjoy the company of each other.
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A private space for case managers to meet with their clients, tutoring and small staff meetings.
EXPLORE Access to online resources and computer
software allow the youth to research and explore new programs or complete schoolwork.
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04 In collaboration with: Alex Curtis, Axie Hoover, Nicole Pannuzzo and Kiana Taie Both in the United States and throughout the world, communities are broken, vulnerable demographics are often overlooked, elderly are being harmed, children are dying and the weak are being marginalized. These issues are so complex that many can’t even begin to define the problem, process or solutions. It becomes a question of thinking, leadership, collaboration, commitment and passion. The world is begging for answers, leaders and agents of transformation to emerge. We are in need of design systems, solutions and spaces that address the root causes of these problems while helping our communities move towards models of holistic health and wellness. Developing research is evaluating methods in which the built environment impacts both community and patient healing experiences while contributing to measurable health outcomes. As a result, a sea of change is rolling through many systems as organizations are realigning and redefining themselves by integrating the paradigm shift toward evidence-based design to advance the condition of the human-being. The need to educate and prepare the next generation of leaders who will explore spatial relationships and humans needs is ever more crucial. Change agents who think beyond traditional processes, rules of engagement and boundaries are in high demand. At the core, the purpose of this studio and our collective findings explore the relationship between the vulnerable demographic needs with evidence-based design. At the same time, our research considers a multitude of healing approaches and connections to design the built environment. This work includes considerations for how designers could affect quality of life and wellness while examining a broad range of healthcare and healing experiences from the human perspective. Design Excellence Winner Herberger Institute For Design and the Arts, Arizona State University 44
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TEAM JOY Our mission is to understand the impact of Joy and how it can be used as a tool to enhance experiences.
Connections: The Full Circle 1 Healthcare Studio 28 Students 300 Pages 5 Research Topics: Joy Diversity Compassion Energy Medicine Refugee
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BOOK
WEB
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INSTALLATION
How do you encourage others to be Joyful?
What is the difference between JOY & happiness?
Location: ASU College of Design North, Second Floor Duration: 1 Week We received a wide variety of responses for our first install. Many believed that Joy is sharable, whether it be through a simple smile or a heart-felt prayer. It’s clear that Joy is a contagious attitude that is easily brought out through other people.
INSTALLATION Location: ASU College of Design South, Building Gallery Duration: 1 Week Many people have different ideas of what these two words mean. In the duration of this install, we found that few recognize Joy as everlasting and instead see it as a shortterm form of happiness.
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Location: ASU College of Design South, Building Gallery Duration: 1 Week As designers, we believe that Joy is a powerful factor in the built environment. We sought out the opinions of our design school peers to gain further insight. Many believed that user interaction, nature, daylighting and animals were the best ways to incorporate Joy into the built environment. 49
HAPPINESS VS. JOY
Her name was Emma and she was stumped by the four-worded question her mother had asked her, “but are you happy?” Emma had just started a full-time position at a company she had been dreaming of working at for years. Recently graduated, newly engaged, and with a killer job, she was happy – most of the time. Except this morning, when she got a parking ticket, consequently making her unhappy for the moment. There was still something about the question her mother was proposing that made her uneasy. Why is happiness the lifelong goal? She thought to herself ...what a basic emotion to yearn for. Emma pondered over this question a little more.
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Creating environments for Joy and beauty
Happiness was nothing compared to the feelings she had experienced over the past few months. She thought back to the moment when she walked across the stage to accept her college diploma and the elation she had experienced. She remembered meeting her day-old niece for the first time and the adoration she already possessed for the tiny human. She reminisced to just three weeks ago when her now fiance had gotten down on one knee and the overwhelming, unconditional love she felt for him. She even thought back to her grandmother’s funeral and the peace she harbored knowing that she was no longer in pain but in eternal paradise.
JOY, THE BRAIN & THE BODY
Emma was not merely happy. Sometimes yes, but in her, she concealed much more. She withholds an attitude of the heart that is unshakable through the good and the bad. It is a peace and contentment that triumphs over all. Through this revelation, Emma conjured up a response. “Yes Mom, I am happy. Sometimes.” She paused for a moment to gather her thoughts. “But its not happiness that I ultimately yearn for. Happiness comes and goes; I want my life to be defined by much more than something temporary. Today and every other day, I choose to be joyful.”
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“Be soft. Do not let the world make you hard. Do not let pain make you hate. Do not let the bitterness steal your sweetness.”
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LESSON 1: Happiness is external.
This is a circumstantial emotion. Happiness, or lack thereof, is based on situations, events, people, places and things. Getting an “A” on a test, a funny joke and a room full of puppies are all examples of things and situations that make us happy. Happiness is a wonderful response to the things that we experience in this lifetime, but a fact that many have neglected is that happiness
cannot last through every situation. No one is happy while breaking a bone or, to take it a step further, I’ve never known of anyone who was happy to lose a loved one. We are imperfect humans living in an imperfect world. We mess up, we make mistakes, we get hurt and we hurt others. We have the right to mourn, experience sadness and feel pain during times that should
be void of happiness. These are necessary responses to certain experiences and to seek happiness through these times is irrational. We cannot navigate through life only seeking an emotion that does not last. What is it that we should be seeking then? This brings us to our next lesson.
The brain is the organ that controls every function in the body, both internal and external. Within the brain is its electrical wiring known as the nervous system. The nervous system consists of two different parts – the central system and the autonomic system. For the purpose of this book, the autonomic nervous system, also known by the acronym ANS, will be the primary focus. The ANS controls those functions not controlled voluntarily, such as your heart rate and emotional responses. It is also said that the autonomic nervous system plays a critical role in determining the quality of our lives, both short term and long term (JB.3). This is most likely because the ANS is broken up into two divisions that react to different signals from the brain relating to emotions and internal
reactions. The two divisions are known as the sympathetic system and the parasympathetic system. Although some research has determined that both divisions work together to create homeostasis, the sympathetic system has been known to be the “fight or flight” part of our brain that responds to stress and activates our body whereas the parasympathetic system works while the body is at rest (JB.3). Most people would disagree that there is an internal difference to how your brain reacts to happiness and Joy; however, research suggests that happiness and Joy activate different parts of the brain. According to a study done at Harvard University, happiness activates the sympathetic nervous system – the heart rate increases,
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pupils enlarge, and breathing quickens – and Joy activates the parasympathetic system where the heart rate slows, pupils shrink, breathing slows, and the gut is activated. Scientists have studied two different models relating to the parasympathetic nervous system, which has allowed them to take a deeper look into the brain and its reaction to different emotions. First is the discrete model, which is the most relevant to our research because it studies how the brain reacts to sadness, fear, and anger, which are three core emotions we believe are directly related to Joy. The second model scientists study is the dimensional model, which gives them a much larger insight into “multidimensional” models such as “negative-positive, strongweak, and active-passive.” (JB.4)
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Fast, shallow breaths
Slow, deep breaths
Heart pumps faster
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Gut active
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Meditation & Mindfulness
- KURT VONNEGUT
Clinical Associate Professor of Visual Communication/ Graphic Design - ASU
Before we can understand how Joy affects the world around us, we must understand how our own bodies react to Joy. This next section reviews how our brains and physical bodies react differently to the two emotions, happiness and Joy.
Joy & the Brain
“The pursuit of happiness” is the glorified motto heard across the United States. Happiness is perceived to be the end all, be all, the light at the end of a tunnel and the ultimate destination. Before we dissect and reconstruct this motto, let’s go through a few basic lessons on happiness, Joy and the difference between the two. You might even discover a more promising path to pursue.
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Research has proven that meditation practices activate the left prefrontal cortex of the brain, which is often connected with a positive emotional experience. (JB.2) The same researchers also took time to look at meditator’s observed, or external, happiness. In that study they took two different groups, one that meditated daily and another that didn’t. At the end of the nine day study, the group that meditated was reported to actually look happier than the non-meditators. This is because when you have Joy in your life, you are more likely to be physically healthier and satisfied than another person that has a more negative-filled life. The Buddhist community has made its own progress of finding true Joy in their lives through a meditation process they call mindfulness. Mindfulness is commonly defined as the state of being attentive to and aware of what is taking place in the present. (JB.1) By being consciously aware of a situation, you have the opportunity to add clarity to an experience and, in turn, alter your reactions and emotions to a certain situation. In the long term, mindfulness is believed to “contribute to wellbeing and happiness in a direct way” (JB.1). Some researchers say that mindfulness, alongside compassion and gratitude, has the potential to bring Joy to people’s lives. Applying all three of those mindsets can truly help you accept yourself for who you are, in turn giving you the confidence to see things in a brighter way.
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JOY, RELATIONSHIPS & COMMUNITY
JOY, RELATIONSHIPS & COMMUNITY
JOY, TECHNOLOGY & THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT
Do you believe the determining factor behind your Joy lies in others? If so, try changing your perspective for a minute. Each of us are responsible for finding Joy within ourselves and we cannot depend on others to reach it. Instead, everyone should focus on finding the Joy they are capable of embracing within themselves and then find relationships that complement and prolong it.
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Joy is found within yourself but the built environment plays a large role in catering a world with less distractions. How can designers create experiences that empower Joy? First, we must look at what Joy is and determine the tangible actions required to achieve it completely.
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Joy is Contagious The people we surround ourselves with have an influence on how our Joy is expressed. The way we interact with one another and how we treat those around us is truly infectious. Happiness has been proven to be contagious and the benefits of happiness occur through degrees of connection. These benefits were seen in a study done by psychologist James H. Fowler who analyzed people over a span of twenty years. The memories and effects of relationships lasted for about one year, demonstrating how “contagious” our behavior with one another really is. This research demonstrated that there is not only a statistical relationship between our happiness and that of our friends’, but of our friends’ friends and so on (JR.2). This same connection can be related to Joy. Although the first critical step in being Joyful is to find it within yourself, surrounding yourself with the right people will extend your state of Joy.
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Positive Relationships Relationships are a great tool with which we initiate a desire to explore the world around us. Once we experience this sense of discovery, we can learn even more about ourselves, building onto our strong sense of self. Having positive relationships in our lives enhances the sense of learning and further develops our personal qualities. Having uplifting relationships with
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others gives us a sense of identity and purpose. Once we have an aspect of our lives that gives us further appreciation for connecting with others, we then have the potential to improve our emotional stability. Research has shown that people are ultimately happier when they are around other people and not alone. Researchers have also found that people
New Field of Design.
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who are considered “happy” are more “pleasant, helpful, and sociable” (JR.3). With that being said, not only does being around other people make us happier, but when we are happy we are considered more enjoyable when in the company of others. These effects could truly create a domino effect and help push towards a more content community.
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EXPERIENCE DESIGN
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F. James Rutherford explains technology’s influence in his book Science for All Americans, “In the broadest sense, technology extends our abilities to change the world: to cut, shape, or put together materials; to move things from one place to another; to reach farther with our hands, voices, and senses. We use technology to try to change
The application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes.
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Needs of the Personality
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Good design is honest.
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Good design is thorough down to the last detail.
Find the natural motions and actions in every day life to design seamless interactions between people and the built environment.
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the world to suit us better. The changes may relate to survival needs such as food, shelter, or defense, or they may relate to human aspirations such as knowledge, art, or control. The results of changing the world are often complicated and unpredictable” (JT.4).
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need, and later development, of technology for civilization. At the core, technology’s purpose is problem solving and as society has progressed, so has the means in which we use it. Technology has the ability to transform our lives, in both positive and negative ways, depending on how we choose to use it.
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When you hear the word “technology,” what comes to mind? Televisions, phones and computers are often the first devices thought of, however, technology exists in multiple forms. By definition, technology is the application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes. (JT.6) The existence of humans lends itself naturally to the
Examples: Nest Thermostat Inductive Charging Switchglass Technology Music changing based on the heartbeat of a space.
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10. Good design is as little design as possible.
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JOY & NATURE
CONCLUSION
JOY IN NATURE Connecting with the natural world brings out our Joy and, in turn, is healing. Exposing ourselves to Mother Nature helps us become more energetic and lively and develops a stronger immune system for our bodies.
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Although the sun has its fair share of negative effects, the large star that provides light during the day has several beneficial effects. Instead of focusing on the bad things we are told the sun can do, we must remember that there is such thing as heliotherapy, the therapy of the sun, and that it has been used for years. So, in that case, throw some shorts on and get outside! Vitamin D is a necessary vitamin that contributes to our overall health and wellness. Not only can we get our fill of vitamin D from the food we eat but the sun plays a large part on how we get closer to reaching recommended
Vitamin D levels each day. It is a supplement that our bodies produce after being exposed to the sun’s ultraviolet lights. With heliotherapy or by simply spending some time in the sun each day our moods increase, stress decreases, oxygen levels in our blood increases, our immune system is strengthened and chances of depression decrease greatly – just to name a few (JN.3). Just as there are benefits of soaking up the sun and the beauty nature has to offer, there are negative effects from being deprived of the sunlight. A depravity of sunlight and nature
can cause a great amount of negative health effects, such as “severe sleep disturbance, hearing impairment, tinnitus, raised stress levels, high blood pressure, coronary heart disease, stroke, and possible immune system and birth defects” (JN.9). “Nature helps us recover quicker from chronic illness” (JN.5). When we are not spending time in a doctors office because of an illness, we are more likely to be happy and more satisfied with the quality of our lives, which in turn leads to more Joy. To avoid these possible outcomes, grab a friend and immerse yourself in the great outdoors.
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It’s a wonderful, mysterious force that we believe is not utilized enough in modern culture. Our goal as a class was to expose this attitude of the heart through current topics in regards to human wellbeing and to reveal Joy’s physical, mental, and spiritual healing powers. We found that the solutions to the problems addressed in each topic all narrowed down to or consisted of a simple concept called Joy. Our research suggests that we are born with a sense of Joy, however, for some it’s more difficult to uncover and embrace. Through the good and the bad, Joy is always within us and at the end of the day it is a state of being that we all hope to connect with.
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Immersing ourselves in nature not only affects our health, but it can also contribute to many other aspects of our lives. Studies show that having a connection with nature refines the heart and builds character. Those who are exposed to greenery “build generosity and a more caring attitude” more often than those who are surrounded by cityscapes and man-made structure (JN.9). Another interesting idea is that nature acts as an equalizer and brings people together to experience the excitement of our surroundings as a united culture. When we witness nature’s wonders it is something that we want to share with others. At the zoo, for example, when something exciting happens most people rush to see what all the commotion is about. Often times it’s something silly or fascinating that people can’t wait to share and communicate with each other about. It could just be a mother lion taking care of her cub but something about the scene activates happiness and joy inside us that we can’t help but share. Communication and relationship, as we have already determined, is a key factor in bringing more Joy into our lives.
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“If you’re alive you’ve got to flap your arms and legs, you’ve got to jump around a lot, for life is the very opposite of death, and therefore you must at very least think noisy and colorfully, or you’re not alive.” - M EL B R O O KS
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H N N H Thank you for your time and consideration.
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