Why Are Finns So Happy?

 Back around 6 years ago....I spent a week in Helsinki (in the midst of winter, a mistake I will admit)....I got a dose of Finn 'happiness'.

On the world happiness index, for seven straight years....they have been number one.

So I've pondered upon why they rate so high, and I'd give it 5 reasons:

1. In their heart, they believe they have social support.  What I mean by that? Whether they count family connections or gov't support....they believe someone is there to help they if they 'fall'.  

An incentive pay-back?  Low-crime numbers.

In Helsinki....someone even did a 'test'....laying a wallet on the sidewalk, and 11 out of 12 times....the 'finder' returned the wallet to the owner.

2. Quality health aspects.

Yeah, lower obesity numbers (half of the US numbers)....plus they believe in the sauna business.

3.  Belief they control their life.

Whether true or not....they believe (roughly 9 out of 10) that they have some control over life decisions.

4.  Marginal corruption.

If you ask about corrupt politicians and to name some folks....most Finns can't name such a person.

Corrupt business dealing?  Go ask and most can't name a Finn company they consider dishonest.

5.  Finally, Finns have this attitude about being stoic....avoiding over-dramatic outrages or crazy behavior.