About us
Our Story
An inspiring idea turned meaningful movement, Happy Hoos shines as a beacon of positivity and hope in a world in need of bold creativity and inspiration. As a nurse and a woman who found herself in the middle of the chaos of the pandemic, our founder, Cris, found meditative journaling as an antidote to the overwhelm.
Our Mission
Designed to be both aesthetically engaging and fully functional, our vibrant collection of notebooks, journals and crafts help writers, creators, and dreamers use the power of journaling to cultivate more joy, peace, abundance, and Happy Hoo moments in their lives.
Happy Hoos Movement
Through the Happy Hoos movement, our vision is to cultivate a community of kindred spirits who uplift and inspire one another. Together, we celebrate achievements, foster personal growth, and create a world where the spirit of Happy Hoos thrives, spreading contagious positivity and joy to all those we encounter. Read more on our movement initiatives here.
FOUNDER’S STORY: A JOURNEY INWARD
As a woman working tirelessly as a nurse amid the chaos of the pandemic while still juggling family responsibilities, our founder, Cris, found herself searching for clarity, calmness, and an antidote to the overwhelm. That's when she came across meditative journaling, a reflective practice combining the arts of writing and mindfulness.
Writing soon became a welcome sanctuary—a sacred space where she could embark on a journey inward. With every word, she could mindfully explore and unravel her thoughts, emotions, and experiences. The simple act of putting pen to paper transformed into a path of solace, healing, and authentic self-reflection.
Journaling led Cris to cultivate a more positive mindset, a grateful heart, and a joyful existence. Feeling a calling to help others experience the same profound transformation in their journeys of self-discovery, she was driven to found Happy Hoos - a platform to provide tools for encouraging personal growth, nurturing gratitude, and finding joy.