Acknowledgments -- Foreword -- Introduction -- Developing attention and intention. Becoming friends with your mind and body -- Using intention to show who's in control -- Mindfulness pathways to joy & positive moods. Laughter really is powerful medicine -- Get an attitude of gratitude -- Finding forgiveness -- Music is the magical mood manager -- Contemplation and meditation -- Mobilize resources through affirmation -- Get grounded in the here and now -- Thrive through love and social connections -- Resources for continuing your journey to joy -- References