We asked some of the happiest folks we know to tell us their secret.

Almudena Castillejo | Painter, illustrator and mural artist

I am very happy when I get through my work a personal or social good through my work. Read more>>

Dominique Davis | Photographer & Videographer

The fact that I am given the chance to follow the professional path that I have always felt was destined for me is the source of my happiness. My goal in life is to capture the actual grandeur that exists within the human spirit through the art of photography. The expressions on the faces of my clients once they have received their images are priceless. It fills me with complete joy when I can make someone else happy. My fascination with photography began when I was a little child, and it developed further as I watched my father, who was also a photographer. Read more>>

Malesha | Owner & Managing Director, Sew Wired

Vacations! I truly enjoy traveling to various parts of the world where I can experience different cultures first hand. I always look forward to trying (the country’s) local cuisine, seeing their main attractions, and trying their spas: I absolutely love a good massage! Read more>>

Aradhika Raturi | Artist

Meaningful connection with other people. Connecting in an honest and authentic way with others reminds me that life is much larger than my personal goals and desires. These moments, whether in tears or laughter, are what give my life meaning, and that meaning gives me happiness. Growing up, I believed my music “made me happy”, and I placed upmost importance on music because I couldn’t see the value of human connection. Music is still an intrinsic part of my life, and I love it, passionately, but if I could turn back time and re-live my teenage years, Read more>>

Kimberly Padilla | Entrepreneur & Amazon activist

The act of helping others and being able to bring a significant change in someone’s life fills me with genuine joy. Being able to create, heal and guide others through my creations is the biggest blessing. The Amazon rainforest is my happy place; it is home and I am forever grateful to be able to experience Pachamama the way I do. That is my happiness—hearing the beautiful birds flying through the forest with the sound of the river—being with Pachamama and my family. Read more>>