This week’s special guest on the Hope Matrix is Luis Gallardo. Luis is a social innovator and entrepreneur who is dedicated to increasing awareness on the science of happiness, holistic education, and smart innovation. Luis is the Founder of World Happiness Fest, author of The Exponentials of Happiness, and the President of the World Happiness Foundation. 

In Episode 12 of the Hope Matrix, Kathryn and Luis explore the connection between happiness and hope. Luis explains how eastern wisdom and western science are giving a holistic solution to hopelessness, and explores the many ways we can manage our stress response and return to a hopeful, happy mindset. Kathryn and Luis additionally discuss the power of contemplation and meditation, and the benefits that these acts of active surrender have on our wellbeing. 

For more information about understanding suffering, happiness, and hope, you can see Kathryn and Luis at the virtual World Happiness Event, March 18-23, 2021.