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About Live Happy

Live Happy: Making your world a happier place. Live Happy takes you on a journey to find your authentic happiness in life, at work and at home through inspiring stories and hands-on tips rooted in the science of positive psychology. We area national magazine, website, podcast, line of gifts and apparel—but more than that, we are your home base for happiness. Our mission is to inspire and empower you to act to make your world a happier place. Happier people are healthier, more satisfied with life and their relationships, and more successful in their careers. Research shows that happier people even live longer. And happiness is a journey anyone can take, using the right tools. It starts with just one step. What We Do Our award-winning content offers in-depth features and the latest news on mindfulness, health and wellness, gratitude and resilience—all delivered through fascinating stories about people, whether they be celebrities, authors or ordinary people with extraordinary lives. On livehappy.com, you’ll find your favorite, shareable features from the magazine, plus mood-boosting book and movie recommendations, lifestyle blogs, tech columns and practical advice. You’ll also find our podcasts and Live Happy store—all in one place. Want to share happiness in Spanish? Go to Live Happy en Espanol. Live Happy Now Our popular Live Happy Now podcast launched in 2015 at the top of the charts and features thought leaders such as Shawn Achor, Jack Kornfield, Laurie Berkner and Jon Kabat-Zinn. Listen during your commute, while making dinner or anytime you need a boost of positivity. Live Happy Store Looking for a gift to delight a friend, teacher or neighbor? Or a T-shirt that expresses your radiant positivity? Visit the Live Happy Store today IPEN Live Happy is a proud sponsor to the International Positive Education Network; Live Happy Co-Founders Jeff Olson and Deborah K. Heisz both sit on IPEN’s Advisory Board. Founded by leaders in the fields of positive psychology and education, IPEN seeks to expand the use of mindfulness- and strengths-based teaching in classrooms to increase student and teacher well-being around the globe. Join us for the biennial IPEN Festival. Get Social With Us! We want to hear from you. Your needs, wants, opinions and puppy pics are important to us, and they make us very happy—so get in touch! You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram and Snapchat. What People Are Saying About Live Happy Press Releases Awards In the News Contact Us Advertise With Us The Live Happy Team Deborah K.Heisz,CEO, Co-Founderand Editorial Director As CEO, Co-Founder and Editorial Director of Live Happy LLC, Deborah K.Heiszis responsible for the management and development of the Live Happy business and creative operations. She joins the Live Happy team with more than nine years of experience leading and growing successful startups in the publishing industry and 20-plus years of management experience in a variety of fast-moving organizations. Deborah was the founding Editor in Chief of the current version ofSUCCESSmagazine (2008-2011). Also, asSVPof Publishing, in 2005 she successfully launched a thriving custom publishing business with several newsstand titles. She has also led the development of several multi-language titles, including placement on newsstands in Korea, Japan and countries in Europe. Deborah has a B.A. in English from Texas Tech University and an MBA from the University of Dallas. Her most significant asset is her expertise in starting and developing business initiatives. In prior roles, she has successfully led groups with responsibilities ranging from IT to Marketing to Product Development. What brings her the most happiness in the world is spending time in the great outdoors with her family and dogs. Her greatest source of joy and wonder is watching her three children learn, experience life and ask questions without filter.
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FAQs

FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) Subscription Questions Digital Edition Questions Editorial Questions General Questions: What is Live Happy? Live Happy is leading the global movement to make your world a happier place. We’re a magazine, website and resource dedicated to a timeless quest: Living a happy life. Our mission is to impact the world through a happiness movement that inspires people to engage in living purpose-driven, healthy, meaningful lives. Understanding happiness empowers us to make a positive difference in our lives and in the lives of others. Happier people are healthier, more satisfied with life and their relationships, and they live longer. Come with us on our journey to live happy and spread that joy to our readers. Happiness is a journey anyone can take and it starts with just one step. Subscription: Subscription Change: To best serve you on your happiness journey, we’re moving from a bi-monthly print magazine schedule to a yearly print “bookazine” (yes, it’s both a magazine and a book!) brimming with inspiration, expert tips and research. Our first special print edition (thicker and wider) will be Winter 2018, available on newsstands in September. This special edition will look great on your coffee table. We will also be creating more digital content, an expanded store product line and a new format for the Live Happy Now podcast season. Plus, you’ll continue to find your favorite how-to articles, including the latest in positive psychology science, happiness trends and hands-on advice online. What will happen with my magazine subscription? After the May issue, we will no longer offer magazine subscriptions. Letters have been sent to all paid subscribers explaining the changes with details about the timing of the next mailing and their remaining subscription. How does this affect my subscription or gift subscriptions? After the May issue, we will no longer offer magazine subscriptions. Letters have been sent to all paid subscribers explaining the changes with details about the timing of the next mailing and their remaining subscription. Will I be able to get a refund? Yes, absolutely. Email CustomerService@LiveHappy.com or call 1-888-297-2094. What is a bookazine? We are excited to announce our bookazine. It is both a magazine and a book in one! It is a thicker and wider version of our original magazine. It will be perfect for your coffee table! What is the price of the bookazine? The new price will be $11.99 USD. Is my digital subscription still available? The May digital issue will be available at least until September. At this time we are not sure if there will be a digital edition of the bookazine. Will I still be able purchase past issues of Live Happy magazine? Yes. Past issues of the print magazine are for sale on store.livehappy.com. When the Winter 2018 issue comes out, how long will it be available in stores and through Live Happy? It will be on Newsstands from September 2018 through February 2019. Do you have a digital subscription? The Live Happy digital edition is now available on your computer tablet device. Simply go to theApp StoreorGooglePlayand download theLive Happy Magazine Digital Edition App.Follow the instructions to subscribe. Current subscribers If you already subscribe toLive Happymagazine, you can access the digital edition for free;we will send you an access code via email. For more information or support for the digital edition, please contactCustomerService@LiveHappy.com. How do I cancel my subscription? You can cancel your subscription by emailing us atCustomerService@LiveHappy.com. How can I order back issues, article reprints or issues in bulk of Live Happy magazine? Email us directly atCustomerService@LiveHappy.comand we will send you a quote. Digital Edition: Q: How do I get the Live Happy magazine Digital Edition? A: The Live Happy Magazine: Digital Edition is available through your desktop computer and on your tablet device through the Apple App Store, and Google Play. If you are currently a print subscriber you can access the digital edition by downloading the app and logging in with your account username and password. If you do not have your username and password please emailCustomerService@LiveHappy.com. Q: I am a print subscriber. How do I access my digital editions? A: In order to access the digital edition you will need to download the app to your tablet device. You can also access it via desktop computer by clicking on a link we send to your email address on file. If you did not receive this email contactCustomerService@LiveHappy.com. Q: Can I cancel a tablet edition subscription and receive a prorated refund for the time remaining? A: No. Your digital subscription is not refundable. Q: Can I buy a subscription to Live Happy Magazine: Digital Edition on my tablet device? A: Yes. Visit either the Apple App Store or Google Play and download the app. After the app is finished downloading, open the app. Click thesubscribebanner found at the top of the app. The Apple App Store or Google Play will walk you through subscribing. Q: Can I save the desktop version to my computer? A: No. The digital edition for desktop is only meant to be viewed from a web browser. Q. Can I share the articles in the digital edition via email and social media? A: Yes. Some articles are shareable via email and social media sites like Facebook and Twitter. Step 1: When viewing the digital edition, tap anywhere on the screen. A gray bar with icons will pop up at the top. Step 2: On the top right, click the box with an arrow pointing upwards. Step 3: Choose your method of sharing (email, Facebook, Twitter, etc). Note: You may need to connect your social media accounts to your iPad. You can do this by clicking the Settings icon, then choosing the social media site you would like connected to your iPad. GENERAL IPAD INFORMATION Q: What iOS version does this app support? A: The Live Happy Magazine: Digital Edition requires iOS 6 or later and is compatible with iPad. Q: How do I delete and reinstall the Live Happy Magazine: Digital Edition on my iPad? A: Sometimes you might have issues with your app and you will need to delete it and reinstall the app. To do so first open the Newsstand and click and hold down the Live Happy magazine icon until it “shakes.” Tap on the black x to delete the app. You can now revisit the Apple App Store and re-download the app. Q: What device does the app support? A: For the best experience possible we currently offer the Live Happy Magazine: Digital Edition on iPad and Android devices. Q: How do I get my magazine to automatically download? A: On your iPad you can automatically allow downloads of new versions within your subscription. Go to “Settings,” click on the “Store” tab, and slide “Automatic Downloads” to be in the “on” position. Once there is a new issue available your device will automatically download. Editorial: Where can I seek permission to quote an article? Please contact us ateditor@livehappy.comwith your information. We will need to know your intended quote and where it will be published. Where can I submit a letter to the editor? To have your comments considered forLive HappyLetters to the Editor, please send an email toeditor@livehappy.com. Please include "Letters" in the subject line. Letters that include your full name and city, and mention specific articles are more likely to be published. Don't like something? Tell us! We welcome candid feedback from our readers. DoesLive Happyaccept freelance submissions? Yes. Story ideas or pitches should be submitted in writing toeditor@livehappy.com. Please paste information in the body of the email when possible. If you must attach documents, please keep file sizes to a minimum. Include "freelance" in the subject line. Freelance submissions accompanied by published clips and documented writing experience are preferred. All submissions are considered. How do I submit a book for possible review or consideration? To submit your book for possible review, send to: Reviews Editor Live Happy 4201 Spring Valley Road, Suite 900 Dallas, TX 75244
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