Walking Into the Light: Functional Happiness for an Inspired Life

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As the authority on Functional Happiness, Walking Into the Light serves as a guide to inspire us all to live a life of inspiration and happiness. Learn more about us.

Featured Video: Why are we happy? Why aren't we happy?
Dan Gilbert, author of Stumbling on Happiness, challenges the idea that well be miserable if we don't get what we want. Our "psychological immune system" lets us feel truly happy even when things don't go as planned.

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An Unbroken Life
I am a strong believer in the power of choice, our ability to decide what our lives will be and the heavy responsibility that...
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An Act of Kindness
I met a homeless man named Alan a few weeks ago in Reston Town Center, VA who carried a newspaper with him...
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About Our Blog
The Walking Into the Light Blog focuses on promoting overall well-being through the exploration of both philosophical and scientific views of happiness and inspiration.

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Read the "Functional Happiness: a Model for an Inspired Life" White Paper and learn how to incorporate more happiness into your life.

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What is Functional Happiness?

Functional Happiness is a state of well-being that exists, flourishes and is fostered in daily life. Quite simply, it is an achievable state of happiness that is practical and applicable in daily life. Learn More

Model of Functional Happiness

The Model of Functional Happiness was developed to promote well-being through Self-Generated Inspiration and the Reduction of Suffering.

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2nd START: A Program for Change

Started in 2008, 2nd START® empowers and inspires individuals to create change in their lives.

It works in conjunction with organizations dedicated to the betterment of people and communities. Learn More

Letters of Hope Campaign
Can a letter change a life? Can it provide hope where before there was none? Let's find out together.

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2nd START® Goals Program
A series of lectures and discussions structured in a learning environment, the 2nd START® Goals Program educates individuals on how to achieve goals despite adversity.

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About Walking Into the Light

Developed to support inspiration and happiness initiatives, Walking Into the Light is the authority on Functional Happiness. Additionally, it serves as a source of encouragement and support for individuals and communities in "Life, Happiness and All Things In Between." Learn More

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