Our mission at Joyous is to enable individuals, families, communities, and humanity to live a Joyous life. In support of that mission, we've launched the Joyous Delight project.

Joyous Delight is a unique initiative aimed at spreading kindness to our patients and their families. Every month, our Care Team members are empowered to send personalized, thoughtful gifts to patients who need a little extra moment of delight in their life.

The Science of Kindness & Mental Health

Improve mental & physical health

Studies have shown that just 1 random act of kindness per day can make you and the person you helped calmer, happier, and healthier.

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Pay it forward

Kindness is contagious! One small act has a ripple effect throughout your community. Take a moment to spread a little joy and see whose day you can brighten.

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Kindness
& Your Brain

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Spread the Joy with Random Acts of Kindness

Kindness & mental health are connected

Kindness can increase levels of serotonin, dopamine, and oxytocin, which can improve mood, reduce stress, and increase feelings of well-being. Kindness can also trigger the release of endorphins, the body's natural painkiller.

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The kindness feedback loop

A core finding of neuroplasticity is that what we pay attention to increases, becoming more grooved in the brain. It’s a feedback loop: The more positive emotions you feel, the easier it is to feel positive emotions. Kindness can boost self-esteem, create a sense of connection with others, and enhance empathy reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety.

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