The Purpose
Have you ever felt the pull of deeper questions—Who am I? What is the nature of reality? What lies beyond thought and emotion?
Simply Happy — nestled in a peaceful village in northern Portugal and surrounded by breathtaking nature — is a place for those on a journey of profound self-discovery.
Here we meet, sharing friendship in a loving space, touching the essence of life that connects us.
Whether you're seeking inspiration, the joy of shared experiences, or the courage to engage with the world in new ways, Simply Happy is your place.
The Sangha
A community of friends walking together on the path of awakening. At Simply Happy, we embody friendship and mutual support.
Nature
Nature mirrors our inner stillness and beauty, inspiring and reminding us of our deep connection to all life.
The Village
The village is located in northern Portugal, next to the Peneda-Gerês National Park, surrounded by mountains and rivers.
Happiness
Happiness is the nature of our being. The quiet joy we seek is already within us waiting to be discovered and shared.
"Every time we feel friendship, affection or love, we are tasting the being that we share behind this apparent fragmentation. In other words, love is the felt recognition that, at the deepest level, there is one infinite, indivisible being – and we are that."
"Simply Happy offered me a peaceful space for inner reflection. I appreciated the architecture, scenic views, and the song of the birds and the silence. Thank you."
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"Simply Happy has such an easy feeling about it. There is plenty going on and plenty to be involved in, but there is always time to just be."
"It is possible that the next Buddha will not take the form of an individual. The next Buddha may take the form of a community, a community practicing understanding and loving kindness."