Chair of JOY® Experience
chair of joy

Why the Chair of JOY® Experience?

Simple: A Practice for Everyone

The Chair of JOY® Experience is a powerful yet effortless method: Sit. Breathe. Think. Feel.™ These four steps create a space for clarity, focus, and emotional reset in just minutes. Leaders use it to make better decisions. Athletes use it to sharpen their mental game. Entertainers use it to stay present in high-pressure moments. Children use it to build confidence. Wherever you are, whatever you do—this practice meets you there.

Science: A Data-Backed Approach

The Chair of JOY® Experience is grounded in neuroscience, psychology, and emotional intelligence—a research-based system that enhances resilience, focus, and well-being. Studies confirm that consistent emotional regulation improves performance, reduces stress, and strengthens leadership. This experience engages both the mind and body, creating measurable, lasting impact across industries—from boardrooms to locker rooms to classrooms.

Strength: Resilience in Action

The world’s top performers—business executives, athletes, and entertainers—understand that mental clarity and emotional strength are game-changers. The Chair of JOY® Experience provides a structured, repeatable way to stay grounded, adaptable, and energized.

For sports and entertainment professionals, it enhances focus, endurance, and creative flow. For leaders and teams, it strengthens decision-making, collaboration, and engagement. For children and families, it builds emotional stability and confidence.

Together we are  elevating performance, well-being, and human connection all areas of life.

The Chair of JOY® Experience: Sit. Breathe. Think. Feel.™ – Why It Works

The Chair of JOY® Experience is a science-backed methodology rooted in JOY Intelligence, helping individuals shift from stress and overwhelm to clarity, confidence, and empowerment. It integrates neuroscience, bioenergetics, and emotional processing, providing a simple yet powerful way to regulate emotions, access joy, and create a deep sense of safety and presence in any moment.

At its core, the JOY Intelligence Framework acknowledges and supports all emotions—not just the comfortable ones. Rather than suppressing difficult feelings, this practice accelerates emotional processing, allowing individuals to move through emotions quickly and effectively. With safety, presence, and clarity as foundational elements, the Chair of JOY® Experience offers a repeatable, efficient way to stabilize emotional well-being and regain focus in as little as 60 seconds.

This process is universally accessible, transcending age, background, and language. Whether used in personal reflection, corporate wellness, schools, or therapeutic settings, it ensures that everyone has a tangible tool for emotional regulation and resilience—whenever and wherever they need it.

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Chair of JOY® Experience SIT BREATHE THINK FEEL

The Chair of JOY® Experience: Sit. Breathe. Think. Feel.™ - Why It Works

SIT

Stillness
Intention
Support

Sentarse
S’asseoir
Sitzen
Sedersi
उपवेशन 

The First Step in the Chair of JOY® Experience: Sit and Science

The act of sitting is more than just a physical posture; it is a scientifically backed practice that initiates a cascade of benefits for the mind and body. Research shows that choosing to sit mindfully can foster brain-heart coherence, improve emotional regulation, and promote overall well-being. By providing a moment of stillness and presence, sitting helps to ground us, reduce stress, and open the door to greater clarity and resilience. This simple yet powerful step lays the foundation for the transformative Chair of JOY® Experience.

SIT Principles

  1. Stillness: Sitting fosters calmness and clarity, allowing you to open up to new perspectives and experiences.
  2. Intention: Being present in the moment helps you set powerful intentions, enhancing mindfulness and engagement.
  3. Support: Feeling the physical support of your chair provides comfort and relaxation, symbolizing emotional and mental support.

Scientific Fact: Research from the HeartMath Institute demonstrates that mindful sitting can enhance brain-heart coherence, leading to improved emotional regulation and overall health.

Why SIT Matters: SIT is a universal practice that initiates the Chair of JOY® Experience. It provides a moment to pause, center yourself, and create a stable foundation for joy. By sitting, you begin the journey towards emotional regulation, clarity, and well-being.

BREATHE

Mind
Body
Energy
Release

Respirar
Respirer
Atmen
Respirare
श्वास 

The Second Step in the Chair of JOY® Experience: Breathe and Science

The act of breathing deeply is a scientifically backed practice that brings immediate and profound benefits to both the mind and body. Research shows that mindful breathing can significantly reduce stress, improve emotional regulation, and enhance cognitive function. By focusing on deep, intentional breaths, we activate the body’s relaxation response, promoting calm and balance. This essential step lays the groundwork for the transformative Chair of JOY® Experience.

BREATHE Principles

  1. Mind: Deep breathing clears mental clutter, enhancing focus and presence.
  2. Body: Controlled breathing harmonizes the body’s systems, promoting emotional and physical equilibrium.
  3. Energy: Mindful breathing enhances the flow of energy within the body, boosting vitality and overall health.
  4. Release: Regular practice of deep breathing reduces stress and promotes relaxation.

Scientific Fact: A study published in the Journal of Neurophysiology found that deep breathing activates the parasympathetic nervous system, reducing stress and promoting relaxation.

Why BREATHE Matters: BREATHE is a universal practice that continues the Chair of JOY® Experience. It provides a powerful tool for managing stress, enhancing focus, and fostering a sense of balance and well-being. By focusing on your breath, you create a bridge between your mind and body, paving the way for a more joyful and centered life.

THINK

Choice
Clarity
Memories
Results

Pensar
Penser
Denken
Pensare
चिन्तन

The Third Step in the Chair of JOY® Experience: Think and Science

The act of thinking positively is a scientifically backed practice that offers numerous benefits for the mind and body. Research shows that engaging in positive thinking can improve clarity, creativity, and confidence, ultimately enhancing psychological well-being. By reflecting on positive thoughts and memories, we can boost our mood and develop a resilient mindset. This crucial step solidifies the transformative power of the Chair of JOY® Experience.

THINK Principles:

  1. Choice: Consciously choose to reflect on joyful moments and positive thoughts.
  2. Clarity: Positive thinking brings clarity and improves psychological well-being.
  3. Memories: Reflecting on positive memories acts as an in-the-moment reward, boosting mood.
  4. Results: Positive thinking influences actions, leading to better results and enhanced resilience.

Scientific Fact: According to a study by Alice Isen, positive emotions facilitate cognitive flexibility and creativity, enhancing problem-solving abilities and overall mental health.

Why THINK Matters: The THINK step is essential in the Chair of JOY® Experience because it helps reframe our mindset, enabling us to approach life’s challenges with a positive outlook. By consciously choosing to reflect on joyful moments, we can influence our emotions and actions, leading to better results in both our personal and professional lives. This practice not only impacts our current state but also shapes our future outcomes, making us more resilient and capable of bouncing back from adversity.

FEEL

Allowing
Practice
Connection
Transformation

Sentir
Ressentir
Fühlen
Sentire
अनुभव

The Fourth Step in the Chair of JOY® Experience: Feel and Science

The act of feeling positive emotions is scientifically backed, offering significant benefits for both the mind and body. Research indicates that experiencing and savoring positive emotions can improve cognitive flexibility, intrinsic motivation, and social interactions. By allowing ourselves to fully embrace positive feelings, we can boost our overall well-being and resilience. This vital step completes the transformative Chair of JOY® Experience.

FEEL Principles

  1. Allowing: Embracing and allowing yourself to feel positive emotions enhances mood and overall well-being.
  2. Practice: Regularly acknowledging and cultivating positive emotions strengthens your ability to maintain a positive outlook.
  3. Connection: Positive emotions foster deeper connections with others, enhancing social interactions and relationships.
  4. Transformation: Savoring positive feelings leads to lasting changes in emotional health and resilience.

Scientific Fact: Research by Fredrickson and colleagues found that positive emotions enable people to see new possibilities, connect more deeply with others, and bounce back from setbacks, enhancing overall resilience.

Why FEEL Matters: FEEL is a universal practice that solidifies the Chair of JOY® Experience. It emphasizes the importance of allowing ourselves to fully experience and savor positive emotions, which has a profound impact on our mental and physical health. By incorporating this step, we can improve our cognitive abilities, foster creativity, and enhance our social interactions, leading to a more fulfilling and balanced life.

The JOY Center & Visualization

A key component of the Chair of JOY® Experience is visualization, which activates the JOY Center—the brain’s limbic and prefrontal regions responsible for emotional regulation, motivation, and meaning-making. Dr. Joe Dispenza, a leader in neuroscience and personal transformation, states:

“The neurons in our brain that fire together, wire together. When we visualize a new experience, our brain begins to change as if it has already happened.”

Through intentional visualization, individuals can see, feel, and embody an elevated state of joy, reinforcing JOY as the energy that shifts and integrates all emotions. This isn’t about chasing fleeting happiness—it’s about rewiring the brain to access joy as a stabilizing force, creating long-term resilience, ease, and empowerment.

By training the mind and body to recognize and return to this elevated state, the Chair of JOY® Experience ensures that everyone knows where their Chair of JOY® is—both physically and within themselves.

Sheryl LYnn
Chair of JOY With SIT BREATHE THINK FEEL

A Homeland Security Agent’s Chair of JOY® Experience

She had spent years compartmentalizing emotions—there was work to be done, and in her world, there was no space for grief. A Homeland Security agent, trained to push through and stay composed, had never allowed herself the time to feel. But in the Chair of JOY® Experience, something shifted.

As she sat, breathed, and thought, a new memory emerged—one she had never considered before. Instead of the pain of losing her brother, she visualized him walking into the room, smiling, and asking her to go to the beach. In that moment, tears of joy replaced the weight of loss.

To this day, that memory sustains her. When work gets overwhelming, she returns to that vision—her brother’s invitation, the warmth of the sun, the sound of the waves. Companies may offer resources and express sympathy, but too often, people don’t give themselves the time or permission to process and reset. The Chair of JOY® Experience makes that possible—in a matter of moments, joy becomes a tool, a refuge, and a source of strength.

Feel

Children's Chair of JOY® System

The Chair of JOY Experience is backed by scientific principles of mindfulness and emotional regulation. The steps—sit, breathe, think, and feel—are designed to help individuals access a state of calm and clarity, reducing stress and enhancing emotional resilience.

Chair of JOY® Experience : Sit
Sitting in a designated chair creates a physical and mental space for
calm.
Chair of JOY® Experience : Breathe
Focused breathing activates the parasympathetic nervous system, promoting
relaxation.
Chair of JOY® Experience : Think

Reflecting on positive experiences shifts brain activity towards more positive neural pathways.

Chair of JOY® Experience : Think

 Allowing oneself to fully experience emotions facilitates emotional processing and release.

Chair of JOY : An Interactive Experience Gallery