Hi, my name is Johanna and I’m privileged enough to call one of the awesome founders of Thrive my friend. I’m grateful the universe brought our worlds together. Happiness is such a beautiful human experience, who wouldn’t want more of…
22 Awesome ways to say Thank you
Does the idea of being fun and delightful when expressing gratitude freak you out a little? No need to get stressed- but it is indeed a wonderful and very important gesture to say thank you. Just imagine you’re writing a…
Sydney’s Winter Man – Kindness of Strangers
Here is an article that reminded me of the importance of kindness, it will touch your heart, possibly bring a tear to your eye and hopefully make you think twice about overlooking someone who may be in need. “On a…
7 Happiness Theories Debunked
I just read a great blog post by Gretchen Rubin that I simply had to share with you. In it, Gretchen discusses why she doesn’t agree with some happiness quotes offered by some of the most notable Happiness theorists of…
Christmas Cupcakes!
Ok, so maybe this isn’t the greatest idea given my utter incompetence in the kitchen, but I’ve decided to brave the oven, break out the flour and bake cupcakes to give to my friends as gifts! But these will not…
Keeping Healthy this Holiday Season
I don’t want to be a wet blanket, (I enjoy a good celebration as much as the next person!) but ever since this festive season has kicked off, I’ve noticed just how much junk I’m eating and drinking, and just…
The World’s Happiest (and Saddest) Countries
Have you ever wondered where in the world is the happiest place to be? And where is the saddest? Well wonder no longer, because Forbes has put together a list of the 20 Happiest and 20 Saddest Countries in the…
How to Stay Sane this Festive Season
The festive season, as joyous and wonderful as it is, can sometimes take its toll on our mental health. Decorating, shopping and Christmas parties when considered individually all seem like great activities (they are actually three of my favourite things…
The 8 Splendid Truths of Happiness
What do you think are the fundamental components of happiness? What is it exactly that makes happiness so very… happy? One of my favourite Happiness authors, Gretchen Rubin, has come up with these eight splendid truths of happiness. Gretchen developed…
What ever happened to lunch?
Ah Monday, you’ve rolled around once again! For me, heading back into the office after the weekend is not exactly the most enjoyable time of the week. Today was actually particularly shocking- I woke up before my alarm, certain that…