Take Charge of Your Happiness
With Bhawani Isaacson and Yogesh Lee
August 7 - 9, 2026
Greater joy and inner peace are within your reach, starting right now
Does the world consistently disappoint you? Do you sometimes feel like circumstances are stacked against you? Or you just don’t know how to be happy? Do you sometimes wonder if you even deserve to be happy?
Here’s the good news: Happiness is not only your right, it’s easier to find than you might think—if you look for it in the right place. Regardless of whether you have money or work problems, relationship difficulties, health challenges, moods, or other challenges—no matter what your outer circumstance may be, you can be happy.
Blending insights from cutting edge science with profound spiritual truths, this retreat will help you unlock the proven, time-tested secrets of lasting joy and inner peace. Learn how happiness is a conscious choice that lies hidden within your own Self.
You will learn how to distinguish false happiness from true joy and identify the attitudes and behaviors that steal your happiness. Discover what defines genuine prosperity and success —and how uncovering your true purpose and
During This Retreat you Will Learn How to:
- Be happy in any situation
- Avoid the happiness thieves
- Cultivate happiness skills and techniques that work
- Become more positive and optimistic
- Control restless thoughts and negative emotions
- Be even-minded and cheerful
- Share happiness with others
You have the power to become the Master of your own Destiny. By the end of this Retreat, you will be equipped with the tools to make that a reality!
What Participants Said:
“This class changed my life. I used to feel really unhappy inside– even if others didn’t see it, I knew the truth–but through applying these ideas and practices, that all changed very quickly. This really works.”
—C.Y., Santa Monica, CA
“I wish I had found this course years ago. It would have saved me so much suffering and so many lost years. I didn’t believe there were any solutions to my problems. I told myself I just had to accept it. But this course showed me a better way. It’s true: You can be happier. Take this class now.”
—F.J., West Hollywood, CA
“Just amazing! Both inspiring and practical, my eyes have been opened. I understand myself very differently now. Things are definitely getter better.”
—R.T., Beverly Hills
“Simple, yet powerful stuff. Now I know where I’m going and how to get there. I feel like I’ve regained control of my life.”
—D.L., Pacific Palisades
About the Hosts
Bhawani Isaacson
Bhawani is an E-RYT 200-hour certified Ananda Yoga Instructor, Ananda certified Meditation Teacher, and a long-time meditator. Inspired by yoga since the age of 18, Bhawani’s creative, playful approach makes her classes fun, as well as a relaxing and centering experience. She is passionate about helping people live in a balanced way and reach their […]
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Yogesh Lee
Since childhood, Yogesh was aware of the paramount need to find happiness and help others to be happy. In 2013, he took discipleship to Paramhansa Yogananda, simultaneously taking up residence at Ananda Village. Serving at the Crystal Hermitage Gardens and on The Expanding Light staff with the Karma Yoga program, Yogesh also helps lead Ananda […]
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