On the personal level, small rituals can enact Tutu’s insight. Temptation bundling pairs a treat with a demanding task—listening to a favorite podcast only while exercising—so pleasure pulls effort forward (Milkman et al., 2014). Habit stacking ties new actions to existing routines, simplifying follow-through (Fogg, Tiny Habits, 2019). Add micro-celebrations after milestones, a playlist for deep work, or a standing coworking session with a friend who brings levity. In community settings, make service days festive with music and shared meals; people return to what feels alive. Over time, these practices create a reinforcing loop: joy invites action, action breeds progress, and progress renews joy—quietly overturning the ordinary until it no longer fits. [...]
