On the Nightstand: Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World

Well, seriously, how do you not admire the Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu, both Nobel Peace Prize laureates? I’m grateful to my friend Blythe Gifford for giving me this book for Christmas; I’ve been meaning to read it for two years.

In this time when it seems everything is changing, it’s a reality check to consider these two men experienced decades of oppression in one form or another. Yet, their faith fills them with joy, and joy leads to positive change if we embrace it.

I’m struck by this quo...