What's Your Alt-Joy Archetype?

What excites you the most about improving your life?

Expressing myself freely through creativity

Feeling supported and learning to set boundaries

Learning simple ways to feel better mentally and physically

Overcoming obstacles and making my dreams a reality

Using my voice to advocate for what’s right

Finding small, playful ways to enjoy everyday life

Making peace with my body and feeling at home in it

Getting out of autopilot and living more intentionally

Feeling lighter and more connected—without anything too “woo-woo”

When you have free time, how do you prefer to spend it?

Making art, crafting, or DIY projects

Checking in on loved ones or doing something kind for others

Journaling, meditating, or engaging in personal growth

Working on a personal project or goal

Volunteering or supporting a cause I believe in

Watching nostalgic movies, playing old games, or revisiting childhood joys

Engaging in gentle movement, stretching, or body care

Knocking things off my to-do list or staying productive

Scrolling online or watching something low-effort because I don’t know what else to do

Which of these thoughts feels the most familiar to you?

“I just want to create and express myself without limits.”

“I wish I could say no without feeling guilty.”

“I just want to feel calmer, healthier, and more in control of my well-being.”

“I have so many big ideas, but sometimes I doubt myself.”

“The world needs more kindness and action—I want to help.”

“I miss when life felt magical and fun.”

“I feel disconnected from my body and want to feel at home in it.”

“I’m always busy, but I don’t feel fully present in my life.”

“Self-care sounds nice, but it feels silly or like a waste of time.”

What tends to hold you back the most?

Fear of judgment or not feeling “good enough” creatively

Putting everyone else first and neglecting my own needs

Struggling to stay consistent with self-care

Imposter syndrome and self-doubt

Feeling overwhelmed by how much needs to change

Thinking that fun and playfulness are for kid

Feeling like my body is working against me

Being so focused on achievement that I forget to slow down

Feeling like joy and self-care are “cringe” or unproductive

If you could change one thing about your life right now, what would it be?

“I’d create freely and embrace my unique style.”

“I’d stop feeling guilty for taking care of myself.”

“I’d have more balance and feel better emotionally.”

“I’d feel more confident pursuing my dreams.”

“I’d make a bigger impact on the world around me.”

“I’d bring more play and nostalgia into my daily life.”

“I’d feel more at peace in my own body.”

“I’d slow down and actually enjoy my life more.”

“I’d figure out how to have fun in a way that feels natural to me.”

How do you feel about self-care?

“Self-care is making art and doing things that bring me joy.”

“Self-care feels selfish, and I struggle to prioritize it.”

“Self-care is essential for my mental and emotional health.”

“Self-care is fine, but I’m more focused on achieving my goals.”

“Self-care is important, but I don’t want to ignore the world’s problems.”

“Self-care is about reconnecting with my inner child and what makes me happy.”

“Self-care is about learning to listen to my body.”

“Self-care sounds nice, but I don’t have time for it.”

“Self-care seems overhyped, but maybe I’m missing something.”

What do you think would bring you the most happiness right now?

Having space to express myself creatively

Finally feeling seen and supported without guilt

Feeling calm, balanced, and in control of my emotions

Reaching a personal goal I’ve been dreaming about

Knowing I’ve made a real difference in someone’s life

Bringing back a sense of play and adventure

Feeling comfortable and at peace in my own skin

Slowing down and actually feeling the life I’ve built

Figuring out what happiness even is for me

How do you respond when you feel disconnected or off-track?

I try to create something or change my environment visually

I focus on helping others, even if I’m not doing great myself

I look for a grounding ritual like breathwork, tapping, or journaling

I set a new goal or throw myself into a projec

I channel my energy into activism or advocacy—it gives me purpose

I reach for comfort—like a nostalgic movie or something playful

I try to rest or do gentle movement, but often feel frustrated by my limitations

I keep myself busy so I don’t have to think too much

I shut down, scroll my phone, and try to forget I’m feeling anything at all

What do you tend to crave but feel unsure how to access?

Freedom to express myself without fear of judgment

Support and appreciation that isn’t tied to what I give others

Consistency and clarity around my mental health and energy

Validation that I’m capable and on the right path

Belonging in a community that shares my values

Space to be weird, joyful, and unapologetically myself

Comfort in my own skin and a gentler relationship with my body

A sense of inner peace that doesn’t require me to be productive

Permission to enjoy life without feeling silly or fake

Which phrase feels most like something your inner voice might say?

“I just want to make something beautiful.”

“Everyone else needs me—I’ll be fine.”

“If I could just get my routine back, I’d feel better.”

“I should be further along by now.”

“The world is a mess and I want to help fix it.”

“I wish I could just play without feeling weird about it.”

“Why is everything so hard in this body?”

“If I stop moving, everything will fall apart.”

“Joy sounds nice, but I’m not sure I believe in it."

Which image do you most relate to (imagine as a mood board)?

A colorful desk full of paints, stickers, and mood boards

A cozy kitchen with someone making tea for a friend in need

A peaceful room with soft lighting, affirmations on the wall, and gentle music

A whiteboard full of goals and action plans

A group gathered outside holding signs or planting trees

A fort made of blankets, fairy lights, and stuffed animals

A person stretching on a mat with a heating pad nearby

A packed Google Calendar and a coffee to-go

A person alone on a couch scrolling, wondering what joy even looks like

Which of these fears quietly haunts you the most?

That I’ll never fully express who I really am

That if I stop giving, I’ll stop being loved

That I’ll never feel “better” or in control of my mental health

That I’ll fall short of my potential and never *make it*

That the world won’t change—and I won’t be able to help

That I’ve outgrown joy + my innocence, and it’s too late to go back

That I’ll never feel at home in my own body

That I’ll wake up one day and realize I missed my actual life

That I’ll never figure out how to be happy—and everyone else already has