In today's volatile climate, is it even possible to remain joyful? It seems to be more and more of a challenge. And yet there are two men who have survived more than fifty years of exile, violence, and oppression yet remain two of the most joyful men on earth. In 2015 author Douglas Abrams sat with His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu and listened to their conversations and stories of spiritual practice (and much teasing between the two). What he presents in "The Book of Joy" is their reflections on joy, including obstacles such as fear and stress. An example of their discussion includes the notion that suffering is inevitable: it is how we choose to respond that affects our outlook. I'm so glad to have listened to this audio book. I would recommend it to anyone who is feeling pessimistic and needs an inspirational recharge. – Sara Z.