Joy – a brief, high-intensity positive emotion rooted in connection, meaning, and surprise. Neuroscience links it to reward and bonding systems; Psychology ties it to gratitude, Mindfulness, and Flow. Repeated joyful experiences strengthen well-being but fade through adaptation, requiring continual awareness and relational renewal.
Please cite this article as:
Davis, B., & Francis, K. (2025). “Joy” in Discourses on Learning in Education. https://learningdiscourses.com.
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