All of nature was rejoicing when I got to the pool today. The uplifting energy and robust spirit of the morning were contagious. Even the birch leaves seemed to exult in the glory of all Creation.

Why do we feel so uplifted when we rejoice? The answer, I think, is because the very act connects us to a space high on the scale of human consciousness. Have you ever noticed that rejoicing is always a celebration of something greater than or outside of ourselves? This is an acknowledgement of our connectedness to the Universe.

Singing or humming are natural ways to rejoice because they not only stimulate a positive emotional response in our brains, but the vibrations we produce also ripple out to our surroundings. How can you best express your joy to the world?