So, why is Finland the happiest country in the world?
Reasons for being the happiest in the world
First of all let me clear things out, it's not the weather.
Social security
Finland spends billions of euros to support social security schemes such as pensions, unemployment benefits, and health care services. Finland spends more than 20% of its GDP on such issues. Hence, Finns don’t have to worry about being sick and not able to pay the bills or being old and having no one to take care of. This is one of the reasons why Finland is the happiest nation.
Environmentally Conscious
It is a known fact that the environment that we live in has a huge impact on who we are and what we feel. If the environment is polluted, the environment will induce numerous problems in your mental and physical health.
Finland has a high focus on its environment and also works to protect it. Almost all the universities in Finland are shifting their focus towards sustainability and renewable energy technology. If you ever make it to Finland, just open your nostrils and take in as much air as possible, you will feel the difference as Finland is one of the least polluted countries in the world and has one of the best air quality.
Finland has a high focus on its environment and also works to protect it. Almost all the universities in Finland are shifting their focus towards sustainability and renewable energy technology. If you ever make it to Finland, just open your nostrils and take in as much air as possible, you will feel the difference as Finland is one of the least polluted countries in the world and has one of the best air quality.
Lower Income Inequality
Finland has lower income inequality compared to many countries in the world. This means that there is little difference between highest paid and the lowest paid, this adds up to the country’s happiness.
Low level of corruption
Finland has one of the lowest corruption rates in the world. This helps to foster trust in the society. This also means that the government is likely to spend all its resources on developmental works and the welfare of its citizens.
Family Friendly Policies
Imagine you’re having a child, you might be wondering whether you have to quit your job to take care of the child because your workplace doesn’t grant you work leave for that long. Your partner might have to work more hours to make ends meet as the coming of the child in a couple’s life means more expenses. But, that doesn’t happen in Finland. Finland’s family leave program includes both pregnancy leave – 40 working days of allowance for mothers during pregnancy – as well as 160 days of parental leave for those who are guardians to a child – regardless of whether adults are biological or adoptive parents.
