ENDORSEMENTS
DISCOVERING YOUR OPTIMUM “HAPPINESS INDEX” (OHI)
A Self-Directed Guide to Your “Happiness Index” (HI)
(Including Questionnaire and Self-Improvement [SI] Templates)
© 2016 Errol A. and Marjorie G. Gibbs.
“Time, as it grows old, teaches all things.”
― Aeschylus (BCE 525–BCE 456), Prometheus Bound
“This book is a timely and relevant encapsulation of the multi-faceted dynamics encountered in one’s ’search for happiness.’ Not only have the authors opened up a panorama of ways to view happiness, but their self-directed guide also challenges the reader to examine their personal past, present, and possible future states of happiness. Their extensive body of work speaks to individuals from all lifestyles and professions.”
― Karla A. Hutchinson-Skeete, MSEd (Educator)
(Current Doctoral Candidate)
Decatur, Georgia, USA
“As we go about our busy lives, time afforded for reflection is limited. The ’Happiness Index‘(HI) with its well-researched and equally well-presented information, gives us pause. Marjorie and Errol Gibbs have focused on the question of our time with self-guided material to help us understand this age-old question, ‘What is happiness?’”
― Honourable Dr. Jean Augustine PC CM CBE
Former Educator and former Canadian Parliamentarian
Toronto, ON, Canada
“Errol and Marjorie have given us a fascinating body of research that answers the age-old question, ‘What is Happiness?’ They offer a ‘ground-breaking’ and compelling analysis of the ‘search for happiness.’ This book will revolutionize the way we view happiness. It is destined to influence contemporary writers, researchers, visionaries, and great thinkers on the subject of happiness.”
― Carina Maharaj, LLB (Hons)
Currently completing an L.L.M. and Legal Practice Certificate (LPC)
University of Westminster, London, United Kingdom
“Many would say, ‘Only you can make yourself happy.’ Gibbs and Gibbs dispel such a notion in their comprehensive analysis of ‘What is Happiness?’ They bring to the world a broad perspective on happiness, utilizing their ‘Happiness Index’ (HI) Process Methodology to inform our interdependent nature, our happiness, and our HI.”
― Dr. Lincoln Gibbs, EdD, MPH, CHES
Associate Dean of the College of Health Professions
Ferris State University, Michigan, USA
“Gibbs and Gibbs’ guide to your ‘Happiness Index’ (HI) is a profound work that begins with a cogent narrative on Discovering Your Optimum ‘Happiness Index’ (OHI). Their genius shines through in their unique ‘Happiness Index’ (HI) Process Methodology. You will never view happiness the same ― again.”
― Roderic Southwell, BA, Psychology, Researcher
Ajax, ON, Canada
“Gibbs and Gibbs have done a phenomenal job of exploring the happiness conundrum. All readers, whatever their beliefs on the subject, will find much to stimulate their thinking in this guide. Its breadth and scope, the variety of data explored, and the sheer nature of the discussion will evoke both thought and emotion. Discovering Your Optimum ‘Happiness Index’ (OHI) proves itself to be an excellent, practical, and very timely much-needed publication.”
― Natasha-Janine Gibbs-Watson, CYW, BSW
Program Manager
Toronto, ON, Canada
“If you fail to read this book, you will miss out on some revolutionary thoughts. Marjorie and Errol Gibbs have put together a masterpiece of insightful research and foresight. Indeed, they have compiled a piece of work that genuinely shows their tremendous understanding of man and the happiness quest that eludes most.”
― Nigel H. Waterman, BA, MPA
Senior Legal Adjudicator
Toronto, ON, Canada
“Marjorie and Errol introduce to the happiness marketplace ‘new’ and thoughtful insights that profoundly change the way in which people understand the complexity of the ’search for happiness.’ Their ‘Happiness Index’ (HI) model will create a ‘new’ dialogue on happiness and start a global HI movement.”
― Dr. Hazel Ann Gibbs DePeza, Assistant Professor
University of Trinidad and Tobago (UTT)
The Republic of Trinidad and Tobago
“This self-directed guide to discover our ‘Happiness Index’ successfully captures the complexity of pathways to happiness. It is hard to find a corresponding text on this philosophical issue that simultaneously inspires, empowers, and enlightens in such a profound yet understandable way.”
― Iris Hewitt-Bradshaw, PhD
Senior Educator, Specialist in the field of Linguistics
University of Trinidad and Tobago (UTT)
The Republic of Trinidad and Tobago
“Discovering Your Optimum ‘Happiness Index’ (OHI) is what the world needs. This innovative and revolutionary book crosses all cultural boundaries. It presents insightful and thought-provoking answers to the age-old question, ‘What is Happiness?’”
― Tabitha Herd, MEd (Educator)
Darwin, Australia
“This book is a ‘must-read’ for anyone in ‘pursuit of happiness.’ I am impressed with the depth and breadth of the research of this masterpiece. It is evident from the book that the writers are living their dream of Optimum Happiness.”
― Cynthia Kwakyewah, BA
International Development Studies
Toronto, ON, Canada
“Errol and Marjorie have opened a discussion on a subject we all think about from time to time but resist serious contemplation. As society continues to repackage and sell a universal notion of happiness with success, we drift farther away from truths. The Happiness Index is a catalyst for pause as it brings us back to universal truths and forces us to think about the concrete elements around us that actually bring happiness. It is a pleasant, easy to read, intellectual work, with anecdotes, cadence and rhythm all combined to bring the reader joy.”
― Caline Derota Carter, Author
Milton, ON, Canada
“It gratifies me to know that Errol and Marjorie have recognized both the ‘spiritual’ and ‘physical’ components of happiness in their masterpiece, ‘Discovering Your Optimum “Happiness Index” (OHI).’ These skillful writers reveal their foundational belief in ‘joy’ as the most permanent state of happiness with poise and self-assurance.”
― Wendell J. Gibbs, MDiv
Toronto, ON, Canada
“This is what you have been waiting for, to answer many of your questions about genuine happiness. You will enjoy reading this amazing work. Errol and Marjorie combined their knowledge and unique ability for research and insightful observation, with sound biblical, doctrinal foundation, reliable historicity, and insightful global perspective to aid our ‘search for happiness.”
― Randolph Neptune
A fellow traveler