THE JOY
STUDY
Three months exploring the science and practice of joy
“Man is more manlike when joy is the fundamental thing, and grief the superficial” — G.K. Chesterton
Did you ever feel more like yourself in a joyful mood? Whereas in a heavy, depressed or anxious mood, you tend to act in ways you’re not proud of?
The science of joy shows that positive emotions help us adapt over long timescales, allowing us to prioritise openness and connection over judgment and avoidance.
The Joy Study explores the conditions that create positive emotions as varied of Hope, Pride, Inspiration and Joy. Together, these emotions create upward spirals of personal and social flourishing, helping us to do good for ourselves and others.
At the same time as receiving exercises, practices and invitations on these emotions, you’ll be introduced to the essential theory of why we feel good, based on the science of predictive processing. This will give you the perspective you need to make sense of the practices, and to make choices to feel more joy everyday.
The Joy Study is open to anyone who is curious about movement, psychology and philosophy; with no prior knowledge or experience required. Individual support can also be organised throughout the study.
Next Cohort: March, 2027
“I would absolutely recommend this training to anyone who teaches movement. It not only deepens your understanding of movement and pedagogy, but also supports you in creating more thoughtful, embodied learning environments.”
Karl Baaré, parkour and high school teacher
“Flynn is highly skilled in supporting other people making sense of their own thoughts If you work with him, you will get high commitment, high quality material and precious insights on mundane and on deep topics of life."
Mariana Hilgert, dancer and movement teacher
"Flynn doesn't just give you information. He supports you in cultivating wisdom. He provides a learning environment where you can grow and find your own answers."
Simon Maurer, psychologist and movement teacher