Joy is spiritual and far grittier than happiness, and far more robust. Laurel Mellin More Quotes by Laurel Mellin More Quotes From Laurel Mellin We're taught to value ourselves not by the good we do but by the shoes we wear. Laurel Mellin values taught shoes All moments of joy include an element of happiness. But not all moments of happiness include joy. Happiness often comes from drive reduction-avoidance of pain or the pursuit of pleasure for pleasure's sake. The essence of joy, on the other hand, is spirit. Laurel Mellin pain happiness hands