I visited Bhutan with my kids to experience firsthand what it means for a country to value joy over wealth — the kind of society that defined success by well-being, not gross domestic product. In our time there, I … Read More
I went to Bhutan with my dad and brother hoping simply for time together, without expectations — just the quiet conversations that surface when you hike side by side. What we found on that trip wasn’t just stunning mountains and … Read More
I recently reflected on how visiting Bhutan reminded me that the biggest lessons often come from the smallest places. Rather than chasing GDP or speed, Bhutan prioritizes happiness, community, and the environment—asking questions like: “Are people well? Are they connected? … Read More
I immersed myself in the Bhutanese tradition of the “dotsho” hot‐stone bath, where glowing river rocks heat a herb-infused wooden tub and deliver both physical relief and a sense of cultural ritual. After days of mountain trekking in Bhutan, the … Read More
I climbed up to the famed Tiger’s Nest Monastery in Bhutan, initially attempting a two-day trek but being forced to turn back due to altitude. With renewed resolve the next day, I tackled the steeper single-day route and reached the … Read More
I visited a village field in Bhutan where men gathered for a traditional archery match, and I was struck by how the sport pulses with community energy — laughter, song, competition and celebration all blended together as arrows flew down … Read More
I arrived in Bhutan driven by a promise I made to my children—to share a trip just between us—and a deep curiosity about what true happiness means in a place that measures Gross National Happiness instead of GDP. I was … Read More
