In all, I
identified ten aesthetics
of joy, each
of which reveals
a distinct connection between the
feeling of joy and the tangible qualities of the world around us:
Energy: vibrant color and
light
Abundance: lushness,
multiplicity, and variety
Freedom: nature, wildness,
and open space
Harmony: balance, symmetry,
and flow
Play: circles, spheres,
and bubbly forms
Surprise: contrast and whimsy
Transcendence: elevation and
lightness
Magic: invisible forces and
illusions
Celebration: synchrony, sparkle,
and bursting shapes
Renewal: blossoming,
expansion, and curves
What is the relationship between these aesthetics and
our emotions? And why do these particular aesthetics stimulate feelings of joy?
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