Can There Really Be a Formula for Happiness?

It seems a little hard to buy the idea of something as complex as happiness being simplified into a few letters and symbols. But whether or not I’m totally convinced, I’ve come to realize that there is a lot to learn from the research behind these formulas for happiness. It turns out that there is a whole field of research in this area, and there are a lot of experts out there that each have their own explanation for what makes us happy (or not). In fact, there’s not just one, but several formulas and equations out there that promise to explain happiness. 

Make Your Very Own Fresh Spring Rolls

Make Your Very Own Fresh Spring Rolls

Fresh spring rolls are always a must-order for my family when going out to eat Thai food. And now, they are one of my favorite recipes to make at home. They are fresh, crunchy, full of veggies, and feel like a special treat - like you’ve made something gourmet. And the best part? They are so much easier than you think.

Inch by Inch, Row by Row: What Does it Mean to Cultivate?

Inch by Inch, Row by Row: What Does it Mean to Cultivate?

An unkempt garden is one thing. The weeds can be pulled, the soil turned, and a new garden put in. But an unkept human? The sound of that is pretty alarming…

If you want to create a thriving, beautiful version of yourself (and why wouldn’t you?!?), you need to think about what it means to cultivate that. What do you need, personally, to be bright, happy, and flourishing?

My Story

I became passionate about health and wellness in a way that many people often do – through getting tired of being unhealthy and unwell. It’s been more than a decade since my own health problems began, and it’s safe to say that my health has impacted my life in a way that I never thought possible. In fact, my health has been probably the most influential factor in shaping my life and who I am today.