The Tiny House of Happiness

03/24/2024

We recently had the joy of connecting with Mic Thinks Tiny to talk about the tiny house movement and happiness. You can check it out here!

Let's talk tiny! We all strive to be happy, but where do we start? In this video, Danny and I talk about mindfulness, happiness, and how going tiny might jus...

02/06/2024

Looking for a unique romantic getaway this winter? Come stay with us!

We know that quality time supports thriving relationships, and we're here to help you and your special person experience greater connection, make lasting memories, and enjoy meaningful time together!

01/22/2024

This past weekend brought a blanket of snow to the Tiny House of Happiness and turned the Awbury Arboretum into a pristine winter wonderland! If you're hoping to experience the beauty, peace, and serenity that winter can offer, we'd love to host you for a warm and cozy weekend getaway!

12/18/2023

Thanks Philadelphia Magazine for listing us as "U for unplugging" in their A to Z guide to Philly's hottest wellness trends! You can unplug and unwind this holiday season by booking a stay!

From aura photography to zero-proof drinks, here are 26 popular self-care practices — and the Philly folks leading the charge.

10/19/2023

THIS SUNDAY! Come tour the tiny house at the Awbury Arboretum's annual Harvest Fest! There will be live music, food, farm markets, artisans selling their crafts, and fun fall activities for all ages. We hope to see you there!

10/16/2023

Pay attention to the tempo of your life. Are you always rushing, adding more into your already full schedule, or feeling like you need to keep moving faster just to keep up? In the 1930s, Carl Jung issued a warning against the accelerating pace of American life and reminded us that rest is essential for a healthy and well-balanced life.

10/13/2023

What is your favorite outdoor fall activity? Is it bundling up and reading outside with a chai latte? Going for a hike out in nature? Or going to an orchard to pick apples for pie or cider? This weekend, plan an outdoor activity that will give you an experience of flow, positive emotion, and connection.

10/10/2023

It's hard to escape that warm and cozy feeling when you're staying at the Tiny House of Happiness! Even our bathroom, with it's natural sunlight and warm wood accents, can become a calming and relaxing space!

10/05/2023

Come spend the day with us at Awbury Arboretum's annual Harvest Fest on Sunday, October 22 from 11am - 4pm! We will be giving tours of the tiny house, raffling off prizes, and selling copies of our workbook.

Harvest Fest is a fun family-friendly event with live music, food, hayrides, markets, and more! Stop by, say hi, and don't miss this wonderful event that is guaranteed to increase your happiness!

10/02/2023

Our guests often share that the tiny house feels bigger than they expected. We might have a small footprint, but we have a surprising amount of space; enough space to practice yoga! Book yourself a stay to experience a unique tiny yoga retreat and take care of your mind, spirit, and body. Namaste 🙏

09/25/2023

We had a gray and rainy weekend in Philly, which made for a great opportunity to stay inside and stay cozy. Come fire up our stove, boil some water in our tea kettle, and roast some root vegetables in our oven to stay warm this fall and experience all that this season has to offer!

09/21/2023

Matthieu Ricard earned the nickname "the world's happiest man" after a group of scientists from the University of Wisconsin conducted a study on the neurophysiological effects of long-term meditation. When scientists hooked him up to the EEG machine, they saw regions of his brain associated with happiness light up in ways they'd never seen before.

Matthieu Ricard is has accomplished a lot during his lifetime. He earned a PhD in molecular genetics, is a successful writer, and was the French translator for the Dalai Lama. Yet despite all of these external successes, his most rewarding pursuits have been simplifying his life, living as a monk in the Himalayas, and making contact with his truest self.

09/18/2023

William James once said "my experience is what I agree to attend to. Only those items which I notice shape my mind."

Our brains have a built-in bias to focus on things that go wrong. This negativity bias helps keep us safe and avoid danger, but it also prevents us from noticing and appreciating many good things in our lives.

Practicing gratitude rebalances the equation and helps us notice the full range of the human experience and amplifies the good that we otherwise might have missed.

09/13/2023

One of our goals is to help our guests settle into a tranquil space to have one of the best night's sleep they've had in a long time!

Getting enough high quality sleep is essential for our physical health, emotional well-being. Come stay in our loft and experience what a a good night's sleep can do for you!

09/11/2023

With just a few weeks of summer left, be sure to savor the sweet moments of the season by doing something special with your friends and family. It's not too late to plan one final weekend getaway, to enjoy a meal outside on a warm summer night, or to simply treat yourself with a day of rest and relaxation.

08/02/2023

We love buying our supplies from brands that promote the well-being of other people and our planet. That's why we buy our toilet paper from Who Gives A Crap! They make bamboo TP that's good for the environment and donate 50% of their profits to provide access to clean water and sanitation. Their newest TP design is called The Happy TP Edition, which is obviously our favorite! 🙌

07/21/2023

At the Tiny House of Happiness, our goal is to help you experience greater joy, contentment, and meaning in the mountain-top moments AND the pedestrian routines of daily life. One of the most overlooked daily habits that can promote our well-being is cooking.

Cooking can provide you with a sense of accomplishment by mastering a new recipe, a sense of flow when you're putting the finishing touches on a side dish, a feeling of connection with those you love sitting around the dinner table, and positive emotions as you savor the delicious flavors and aromas of what you just prepared.

07/18/2023

Come experience the profound connection between your well-being and the natural world! Just steps away from the tiny house are breathtaking natural landscapes in the Awbury Arboretum. Let the verdant trees teach you resilience, the open skies inspire limitless possibilities, and the soothing sounds of the pond awaken a sense of tranquility within.

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