What is something outside of work that is bringing you joy lately?

We asked some of the most inspiring local entrepreneurs and creatives what was bringing them joy and we hope the responses below inspire you to find more joy in your day-to-day life as well.

Ryan Lindemer

Something outside of work that is bringing me joy lately is coaching my kids with my Wife. While it’s certainly a big time commitment, I truly value the opportunity to be involved in their lives in this way. Coaching allows me to connect with them on a deeper level, share important life lessons, and be present during moments that they’ll remember for years to come. Read More>>

Nae’Keisha Jones

Discovering life for me and not having fear to dream again and dream big Read More>>

Victor M. Frausto

Something that bringing me joy lately is watching old films. Films from when I was a kid. To films that I haven’t seen before. From there I study the movie, I kook for what I like or didn’t like and figure out why. Read More>>

Teresa Calderon-Rouse

Outside of work, my greatest joy comes from simply living life to the fullest. I love spending quality time with my family and friends, and now that my son and daughter-in-law have moved here, having us all together in the same state has brought me so much peace and happiness. Read More>>

Latania Booker

Lately, I’ve been really excited about playing dress up and sharing on social media. I have wanted to be a fashion creator for a while now, but I never gave myself permission to do it because, as a doctor, fashion just wasn’t meaningful enough. After losing the medical practice I opened right before the pandemic, I found myself depressed, feeling like a total failure. Read More>>

Yve Mary

Gardening Read More>>

Elizabeth Hunn

Autumm! I love warm weather and I’m missing the longer sunny days but it’s so nice seeing all the trees turn orange at the moment. Autumn’s so cozy and it makes me very happy thinking about snuggling up inside with a good book and watching rain outside. Read More>>

Bridgit Dengel Gaspard

I like this question because as a psychotherapist, Voice Dialogue Senior Trainer and author, I love what I do for work. But outside of that, dancing ecstatically for a couple of hours 1-3 times a week (yes!)… and not at a club and not in my kitchen…is bringing me joy bordering on bliss! Read More>>

Amy Wang

I’ve been finding so much joy in spending time out in nature and observing wildlife. There’s something grounding about stepping away from the busyness of life and simply watching the world move at its own pace—whether it’s spotting deer in the trees, listening to birdsong, or catching a glimpse of animals in their natural rhythm. Read More>>

Carlos Solorzano

Starting in the summer, I started to attend a lot of local sporting events, specifically the Tucson Sugar Skulls Arena Football games and the Tucson Saguaros Baseball games. The highlight was watching the Tucson Saguaros win the Pecos League Championship here at Kino Stadium and attending the IFL National Championship game, which was held in the Tucson Arena this season. Read More>>

Carolyn Demps

Going back on the scene, going out and enjoying live music, live entertainment which has always had a soft spot in my heart. It is nothing like witnessing great musicians and vocalist vibe out together to make exciting sounds of amazong music. Read More>>

LaShawnda Mansfield

Something outside of work that is bringing me joy is reading. A good book to get lost in is bringing a lot of joy in my life right now. But it has to be a fictional book. That’s important to me because when I read I can imagine what’s going on in my head while reading. Read More>>

Caitlin Gemmell

I live close to nature— in a community surrounded by woodlands, gorges, nature paths, a meadow, and a pond. My days would not be complete without regular nature walks. This gives me a chance to chat with neighbors, witness wildlife, and observe the ever-changing landscape. My daily walk brings me great joy. Read More>>

Melissa Totton

My sweet, almost five year old daughter. She is smart, funny and the best little friend I could hope for. Being her mom has also helped me to find a healthier work / life balance by making sure that the time that I am with her is unplugged from work as best I can, and to be as present as possible as an entrepreneur mom! Read More>>

Masho Margishvili

I used to be such a workaholic that I couldn’t separate work from life. After a lot of inner work, I’ve learned the joy of slowing down, permitting myself to rest, and listening to both myself and the world around me. Acting from inspired action rather than pressure makes everything feel lighter and more meaningful. Read More>>