It’s been a week filled with joy for me! My book, Zesty Changes, released on Tuesday after 3 years of being in production. It’s been a blessing to get these stories from 30 amazing women into the world.

All of this celebrating has me remembering a time when I struggled to find pockets of joy when I was at my lowest. I know first hand how difficult it can be to find gratitude and happiness when you’re in a dark place. 

If you struggle with picking out joy in your everyday life, here are five ways you can identify what makes you happy:

1. Keep a daily gratitude journal. Write down what you are grateful to have, even the small things.
   
2. Get Up with a plan to do something just for you today. Prioritize your happiness!
   
3. Get Dressed in something that is cheerful and makes you feel happy.
   
4. Get Out and do one thing you love to do, that you haven't done in a while, that makes you smile. It can be as simple as taking a walk, going to the library, or grabbing lunch from...