Happiness

Is, gratification of an acquisition, desire, validation. We seek a car, job, relationship, sexual gratification, abundant monopoly, result from an accomplishment, or vacation. All these are acquired in the future or reflected fondly in memory of the past, a catalyst that is existent and partially emotionally rewarding in the given present moment until fulfilled.

Joy

Is, a pleasure of a sudden act or command that provides feelings of bliss. This would pertain to a passion/hobby, singing, dancing, laughing, awe, childlike actions (inner child at play), creating, meaningful connections, meditation, sunsets/sunrises/stargazes, spontaneity, gratitude, using the senses, sensual massages, acts of kindness/volunteering, exercise.

Side-note.

One or the other fall into both spectrums of internal/external, being created by self or the world around you, community, people, material. Limiting your circle of desires helps to fulfill happiness, jumping into pleasures and joys bring spontaneous feelings of bliss. A recipe I use for overall well being is, start the day with self care (health, exercise, nutrition), work (productivity or an income), hanging out with friends or family. In any order this creates a feeling of contentment and having enough/more than enough.