Happiest Place on Earth

According to studies, the cold, dreary, and land of the highest taxes, DENMARK is the happiest “place on earth.” It was a big surprise to those doing the “happiness” study. It’s strange because it’s weather is cold most of the time, the sun doesn’t shine as much, and the government taxes them highly, apparently they are the highest taxed in the world. But, the tax dollars give them security in that their health and education is all government paid. Those doing the studies feel that one of the reasons they are happier there is because there is a lot less emphasis on material things, and because of that, careers are chosen based on what the person really enjoys doing, rather than on what career will bring them the “most money!” So, people are much happier in their jobs. They also are not driven to keep up with fashion, they are very sensible, and they nurture relationships. Friendship and family are very important to them. These reasons for happiness, all seem to make sense.

The happiest city in Asia is Singapore. This was a surprise also, because it is a country that has many rules. Because of these rules there is a big sense of “community”. There are huge fines for the “smallest infraction” of the rules. A majority of the rules have to do with orderliness and cleanliness. It’s very important in this city. Family and community is emphasized. One way Singapore differs from Denmark, is there is a lot of competition. They also strive for material things and strive to be more like the U. S.

Speaking of The United States, the happiest place here, according to the studies, is the town of Asheville, North Carolina. “Community” there is big. To the residents of Asheville, everyone is valued. “Other people matter” is their attitude.

The unhappiest city in the world is Paris, France and Rome, Italy is also on the “unhappy list”, those are surprising.

So…are you curious to know where the United States stands on the happiness level?
We are number 23.