Norway was ranked, once again, as the least happy among the countries Nordicsaccording to the Happiness Report of the UN. Yes, that's right, the land of breathtaking fjords, northern lights and high-quality salmon isn't shining so brightly in terms Of happiness. But wait, it's not all as dark as it seems.
The young people under the 30 years in Norway they seem to have rather negative expectations about the future. This age group is particularly pessimistwhich could explain because Norway is not scoring as high as its Nordic neighbors.
Norway: the Nordic competition
Finland, Denmark, Iceland and Sweden have passed there Norway in the happiness ranking. These countries are known for their high standard of living, but there is something more that contributes to their overall happiness. AND surprisinglyIsrael also beat the Norwaydespite the challenges that the village he dealt with recent.
If we just look at the people above i 60 yearsNorway would leap in third place as the happiest country in the world. This finding suggests that happiness can vary noticeably depending on age and prospect.
Despite a increase of prosperity, the level of happiness in Norway it didn't grow at the same pace. This phenomenon is complex and can be attributed to various factors, such as adaptation to new living conditions and social comparison.
In 2017, under the leadership of Prime Minister Erna Solberg, the Norway had been named the happiest country in the world. That period is remembered with pride, but also with the awareness that not everyone in Norway shared that happiness.
This annual report evaluates perceptions of happiness and quality of life in more than 140 countries. Interestingly, countries with relatively small populations tend to dominate the top of the rankings.
And in Italy?
In Italy, the happiness situation can vary greatly depending on several factors, including the region, local economy, social conditions and culture. Although Italy was not specifically mentioned in the context of the UN happiness report we discussed regarding Norway and the other Nordic countries, we know that perceptions of happiness in Italy can be influenced by a rich cultural heritage, a renowned cuisine and a varied geographic landscape, including everything from sunny coasts to snow-capped peaks.
In general terms, happiness studies tend to evaluate a range of indicators, such as economic well-being, social support, freedom to make life choices, generosity within society and perceptions of corruption. These factors can vary significantly from one region to another in Italy, leading to differences in the level of happiness perceived by its citizens.
Remember that, even in Italy, happiness is a complex concept that goes beyond mere material satisfaction and includes aspects such as a sense of belonging, appreciation for art and culture, connection with family and friends, and the chance to live a meaningful and fulfilled life.
There Finlandthe country bordering the Norway, stands out for its closeness to nature and a healthy balance between work and free time. These factors are cited as the main reasons for Finns' satisfaction.
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