Happiness is an Inside Job

When most people think of Central Florida, two things come to mind: sunny weather and Walt Disney World. In fact, so many of us chose to move to this area guided by a dreamlike vision of days full of warmth, activity, connection, and yes, a regular sprinkling of Pixie Dust. 

Many of us moved here to Horizon West in pursuit of something fundamental: Happiness. As our community has grown over the years, we've found it and created it. This journey holds the lesson that no matter how much sunshine we enjoy, happiness ultimately comes from within. 

It is our choice how we see our world and our community within it. In our very first issue launched back in 2018, our lead story highlighted how happiness makes a community healthy – and how we can intentionally grow by honoring our minds, bodies and spirits. This year, Horizon West Magazine is refocusing on how we can help guide readers to the best version of their lives here. Fortunately, our little fast-growing corner of Central Florida affords us so many ways to access activities, services and pure fun. Our abundant resources lead directly to better physical and mental health as well as the opportunity to connect with like-minded people. 

Horizon West Magazine shines the spotlight on all the ways Horizon West supports us in living a richly fulfilling life. We are proud to play a small part in enhancing our community – and the happiness of all its members – by connecting you and your family to the people, places, groups and resources you need to support a great life.

Whether you are looking to provide deeper roots for your family, to get in a state of flow through recreation, or to fulfill your sense of purpose by contributing to the betterment of our hometown, we have some ideas for you. As our publication evolves, we find ourselves going full circle, with a look back at our roots and our core mission as we blaze a new path forward. Our goal is to serve as your good life resource guide, whether you are new to the area or already many years into your Horizon West lifestyle.