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Happiness

"I seek out the children and orphans in the most desperate situation… I want them to know that they are equal and should have as much opportunity as anyone else." — Albertina (Mama) Zuma

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Mathilde Thomas ON Happiness

Founder, Caudalie

Q: What simple things in life today bring you joy?

A: I find joy spending time with my family and children. We love to ski as a family in the winter and spend time by the beach during the summer - this year, we all learned to surf! Of course, having a glass of wine from my family vineyard, Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte, is always the perfect way to unwind after ... READ MORE »

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Linda Descano ON Happiness

President & CEO, Women & Co.

Q: What are you most passionate about and how do you incorporate it into your career or everyday life?

A: I have a real passion for helping women, which stems from my family experience. Neither of my grandmothers nor my mother finished high school. As the eldest grandchild on my mom’s side, all of the hopes and dreams of the family sort of rested with me. So when I graduated college it was a huge leap forward for us – ... READ MORE »

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Spring Savoring

claudia ON Happiness

Spring is here indeed! As the glorious weather settles in, I am reminded of how simple and abundant life really is if we choose it to be. As a capitalist culture we are constantly striving to get more or better. More material things, more success, more free time. Better home, better job, better life. We READ MORE »

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Tammy Tibbetts ON Happiness

Founder & President, She's the First

Q: What do you think is the key to happiness?

A: The key to happiness is having independence, and the freedom to pursue your passions and sustain your livelihood on them. READ MORE »

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Carley Roney ON Happiness

Co-founder, XO Group Inc.

Q: What do you think is the key to happiness?

A: Family. Nothing makes me happier than spending time with my three children and husband. READ MORE »

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Hibaaq Osman ON Happiness

Founder & CEO, Karama

Q: What are you most passionate about, and how do you incorporate it into your career or everyday life?

A: I believe that life is on loan and I believe that whatever strengths you have are for you to share and leverage to make a difference. Whether the gift is your health, your intellect, or your wealth, you were never intended to be its sole beneficiary. None of this is your own; but it’s a tool that you’ve been given ... READ MORE »