Sapphic Joy: Finding Moments of Light Even in Heavy Times

Let’s be honest—some days, it feels like the world is just too much. The political landscape is exhausting, the news cycle is relentless, and personal struggles can pile up in a way that makes it hard to catch your breath. It’s easy to get lost in the heaviness, to feel like there’s no room for joy when there’s so much to fight for. But here’s the truth: joy is not just a privilege—it’s a necessity. And for the queer community, joy is also an act of resistance.

In a world that has often told us that who we are is wrong, joy is our way of saying, “I exist. I belong. And I will not let the weight of oppression, fear, or uncertainty steal my light.” Every time we laugh with our friends, dance in our kitchens, or experience the thrill of a first kiss, we are reclaiming something that was never meant to be taken from us in the first place: our right to happiness.

The Power of Celebrating Small Wins
Sometimes we think joy has to come in big, life-altering moments—a dream relationship, a perfect job, an epic vacation. But real joy? The kind that sustains us? It’s in the small wins. The everyday victories that remind us we’re still here, still showing up for ourselves, still choosing to move forward even when it’s hard.

Maybe your small win is texting a friend when you feel lonely instead of isolating yourself. Maybe it’s finally setting a boundary that protects your peace. Maybe it’s just getting out of bed on a tough day, putting on your favorite hoodie, and making yourself a damn good cup of coffee. Those moments matter. They are proof that even in difficult times, we are still capable of choosing ourselves.

Joy as Resistance
Sapphic joy is a radical thing. It’s easy to feel guilty for being happy when the world feels like it’s crumbling. But joy doesn’t mean ignoring what’s happening—it means refusing to let the hard things define us. It means finding moments of light despite the darkness. And that is powerful.

So this is your reminder to embrace the small joys. Laugh loudly. Dance freely. Let yourself be happy, even when it feels like the world wants to take that from you. Because your joy, your laughter, your moments of light—they are just as important as the fight for a better world. And they will keep you going when the road gets tough.

What’s a small win you’re celebrating today?