Why is Finland the Happiest Country in the World?

What does happiness mean to people in the happiest country in the world? How do Finns define happiness?

In describing what brings them joy, the Finnish people used words, such as contentment, family and friends, simplicity, realistic expectations, and small things in life to describe happiness.

There are no secrets or tricks to happiness in Finland. We learned that their definition of happiness isn't only about laughing and having a good time. Finnish people view lasting happiness more as contentment and try to find joy in the mundane – "modest happiness".

Here are some practical tips on how to enjoy contentment and "modest happiness".

- Set reasonable expectations and being thankful for what they already have.
- Learn what is enough and appreciate the everyday things in life.
- Form strong connections and a social safety net.
- Pursue passions and dreams to the extent possible.
- Don't compare yourself to others.

Finnish people may not be outwardly jolly people who walk around with a huge smile on their faces, but they have a sense of contentedness and peace in their lives.

Chapters

0:00 - Meaning of happiness
0:14 - Intro | Finland
0:38 - Finnish values that contribute to happiness
2:52 - Definition of happiness. What makes you happy?
5:32 - How Finnish people find contentment and joy in life
6:38 - Trust and contentment & happiness
8:32 - Summary: How to be content & happy

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[noobhah]

Great video!! I got very emotional because my country is nothing like this. Hats off to the Fins, they really made a country with it's people in mind!
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[andricrypto]

As an expat, I have some Finnish friends on the city where I live in. And indeed, most of them enjoy the simpler things in life, freedom of choices and they value work-life balance. In general, they are great people!