How is your content researched?

Every health or science post references peer-reviewed studies and reputable sources. We summarize key findings in clear, friendly language and try to sprinkle in some humor, if possible. We are journalists with years of experience.

Can I contribute an article or story?

Yes, please! We welcome guest posts that align with our ethos of positivity, balance, and evidence. Email your pitch to hello@happy-spot.com with the subject line “Guest Post.” You can also write us if you know a great story, read a great paper or just let us know about things we can improve.

Is Happy Spot free or is there a paywall?

Some articles and sections do not have paywalls. But our in-depth researches with different studies and health tips take a lot of time and ressources, so these Happy Plus articles are for members only. However, a membership is very affordable.

How else do you earn money?

We have members that support what we are doing. Plus we have supporters that pay any amount they want or can to keep this happy spot going. These are people that are fed up with bad news and negative that flood most of the news platform and social media platforms. They support our mission to shine a light on all that is good, uplifting and positive. It’s a community that believes that there is good in the world and want us to cover it.

Where can I find you on social media?

We are not big fans of social media and the algorithms that often let you doomscroll through negative content. But for now, we are experimenting, to see if we can have a positive impact for you on social media. If we can bring happiness to Instagram, X and company, we’ll continue. If not, we stop that experiment. Only time will tell.

What is the Happy 42?

For now, a project. In the future, our signature 42-day (6 weeks) online program. For a small one-time fee, you get:

• Daily lessons drawing on the world’s greatest thinkers and wellness experts

• Actionable life-hacks for more joy, resilience, and well-being

• Exercises in happiness science, mindfulness, and self-discovery

Each day delivers a fresh, uplifting insight and practical tip, so by day 42, you’ll hopefully have built lasting habits for a healthier, happier you.

What is the meaning behind “42”?

We borrow “42” from pop-culture lore, specifically “The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy”, as a playful nod to “the answer to everything.” We don’t have the answer to everything but believe that happiness is as good an answer as “42”. On Happy Spot, it symbolizes simple, profound tips that make life happier and healthier.

What is H42PY?

The idea that started happy-spot.com, HAPPY became H42PY. It’s basically the galaxy in which happy spot is travelling in. But it is quite hard to pronounce, so it glitters in the background for now.