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

Maggie Aey | Executive Director

Helping others makes me happy because it allows me to connect with people and make a positive impact on their lives. Whether it’s something for the Certified Commercial Property Inspectors Association (CCPIA) or Cozy Coats for Kids®, I always prioritize the question, “How can I make the most positive impact on the lives of the individuals involved?” This mindset drives me to actively seek ways to provide effective support, whether it’s through my decisions, actions, or contributions. Read more>>

Jennifer Walters | Artist

For the most part, when I have an impact on making others happy, makes me happy too. For most of my life I’ve been a people pleaser but over the past few years I have learned to use things that I enjoy to make others happy. One of those things has been creating art as gifts. It’s not usually just any art, it’s things that take little details of the recipient’s life into consideration. For example, I began creating what I call Storyline Paintings where I put “Memories in a Masterpiece”. Read more>>

Chatti Phil-Brown | Multi-disciplinary creative & small business owner

My husband I were just discussing this the other day. I don’t need much to make me happy. Things like traveling, fancy meals, and pretty clothes are extras but what makes me happy most are the simple things. Being home in my garden and studio space, carving out time with my friends, and family movie nights. The seemingly mundane things in our lives that we take for granted like eating dinner with my family, the hugs from my daughters, even the casual habitual “good byes, see you later” from my husband are things I savor the most. Read more>>