PEACE
BY NIKA PAILODZE
Dear SeeingHappy Community,
We want to extend our thanks to all of you who attended our “Hope in Action” webinar two weeks ago. Your presence and engagement made the event truly special, and we hope you left feeling inspired and motivated. Your support continues to fuel our mission to spread joy and well-being through the power of photography.
Last Call: Exhibition Opportunity in Mexico City
Exciting news! There is only one month left to submit your work for consideration in our upcoming exhibition at the Santa Fe Westin in Mexico City, with the support of Fundación Televisa and the Hope Circuit Summit. This is a unique opportunity to showcase your photography in a vibrant, international setting dedicated to exploring the intersection of art and well-being. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this incredible event—submit your photos to the Hope in Action Photography Contest by the end of September to be considered!
Exclusive Video Series: Zoey Zheng Interviews Mandy Seligman
We are thrilled to announce a special short video interview series featuring Mandy Seligman, founder of SeeingHappy, and Zoey Zheng, a Spiritual Influencer and China’s youngest Professional Certified Coach (PCC). In these interviews, Mandy and Zoey dive deep into topics that resonate with all of us—photography, well-being, and personal life journeys. Below are the titles of the five insightful interviews now available to watch:
1. Multitasking
2. Creativity
3. Doing Nothing
4. SeeingHappy Program
5. Advice to Women
Meet Zoey!
Zoey Zheng brings a wealth of experience as a storytelling coach and a Body-Mind-Soul influencer, blending her global insights with creative therapies like phototherapy. Her journey, filled with both challenges and triumphs, is sure to inspire and empower you. Don’t miss out on these enriching conversations!
Photographing Emotional States: The Future of Photography?
In March, a study titled Your Blush Gives You Away: Detecting Hidden Mental States with Remote Photoplethysmography and Thermal Imaging was published. This research highlights how advanced imaging techniques can detect subtle emotional shifts, opening up new possibilities in photography. Imagine if the photo at the top of this newsletter had the power to convey not just a moment, but the very emotions of that moment, through the lens.
The study found that combining remote photoplethysmography (r-PPG) with thermal imaging significantly improves the accuracy of detecting emotional states. This fusion of technology offers exciting prospects for the future of photography, especially in areas related to well-being. As we continue to explore how photography can touch the human spirit, studies like this remind us of the importance of human processes in capturing and understanding emotions.
Thank you for being a part of our SeeingHappy community. Together, we are not just capturing moments; we are capturing the essence of what it means to live a fulfilled life.
The Team at SeeingHappy
Recent Hope Captured By You:
CHILDHOOD IN BLUE PLANET
BY SK RAHAMAN HOSSAIN
“I have tried to catch the reflection of golden moment of childhood on the Water of pond in the golden hour of the day. Some Village’s Childs ware playing at the pond side. I throw a stone into the pond wafer to make the frame interesting & creative”
BOUNDLESS CHASING
BY WALLACE BAO
“In the heart of Richmond, Melbourne, where walls confine and stories unfold, a group of African children from migrant and refugee backgrounds find a fleeting moment of joy. Forbidden to leave their homes, they make the world their playground, chasing laughter and light against the backdrop of a vibrant mural. When I took this photo. It was covered in their screams and smiles, echoes of resilience reverberate through the shadows, a testament to the spirit that thrives even when freedom is out of reach.”
MACULAR VISION OF WOMEN IN STEM
BY SOUMAYAN BISWAS
“Women’s education is crucial for a country’s full development. It’s akin to effective medicine, curing a patient completely and restoring health. Women’s education presents a significant opportunity for India’s social and economic development. Educated women are powerful agents of positive change in Indian society, contributing both at home and in professional fields. They are instrumental in improving the economy and society. An educated woman has the capability to manage her home and professional life effectively. They can also play a vital role in controlling India’s population as they tend to marry at a later age compared to uneducated women.
As we strive to become a world superpower, gender inequality remains a stark reality in our society. Even educated and working urban women are not immune to gender bias, let alone women in rural areas. In some industries, women are paid less than men with the same credentials. Their efficiency for a particular task or project is often underestimated compared to their male counterparts. Women are frequently overlooked for promotions or significant responsibilities. Such gender discrimination discourages women from pursuing education and achieving their aspirations.
An educated woman is like a magic wand, bringing prosperity, health, and pride. We just need to unleash her potential and witness the magic happen. While we have made strides in women’s education since independence, much remains to be improved. Societal factors primarily restrict the growth of women’s education globally, and we must recognize and eliminate them to achieve socio-economic development goals.”
