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I’ve lived in or around Helsinki for almost all my life. Can confirm. Helsinki isn’t really that bad, it has got some nice restaurants at least. But you can’t really beat the quiet moments at the lake cabin when everything is silent and calm except for some bird calling in the distance. Even the water is still.
As a Finn, there are a myriad reasons why I would personally contest the title of "happiest" country in the world based on how the results were determined but let's just say "the most content" would be more accurate. It's a culture with a strong sense of dealing with the cards that you were dealt and not moaning about it.
I also think that part of it that as the American dream is about big house and loads of money and a dream family the Finnish dream is about having stable life by the lake in a nice cabin
I'm also a finn and I the fact that we are the ¨happiest place on earth¨ It's kinda weird bc this place isint really that special but the people and culture migth be the biggest reason to why we are called ¨the happiest place on earth¨
I think people really underestimate the power of nature, especially to be surrounded by nature. I live in the city, but when I have a stressful time I go up to visit my parents who live in the middle of nature. It's kind of crazy how quickly your worries seem far away when you're in the woods, you hear the birds singing, you see little animals going about their day, and everything just is, how it's meant to be. I go swimming in the lake and see swans and loons going gently by in the water. It all seems so peaceful, so in tune. As you spend more time there, you start to feel in sync with your natural rhyth,m and somehow nothing feels that unbearable.
I feel like I would say Finnish happiness is the the joy of simple things. Just like how this video was just achieving something from work (chopping wood for sauna), eating good food (salmon and the sausages), relaxing (sauna, swimming) and just having a good time. All these are very simple things that make people happy.
@@veetiassdi1399 What do you mean? Sounds to me you're projecting your own unhappiness. Some of us are unhappy, some of us are happy from the small things we have.
But Finland has one of the highest murder rate in europe ironically. Also the most under 25 year olds dying of drugs. Sure if you are of middle class you are living happiest happy life in finland but below that its just another country with its problems like anywhere else. Lots of depression, mental health, alcohol, drug problems and now youth street gangs rising. Finland is problematic and also happiness experience here depends of ethnicity in some ways too. Cant say I have had very happy life in finland all my life as guy of sami indigenous/finnish mixed ancestry. Maybe if i was just finn my experience would be different
Saamelaista taustaa? Viittikkö kertoo millasia ongelmia saamelaisilla on suomessa jos tiiät kun netistä ei tunnu löytyvän selkeetä tietoo asiasta ja ihmiset leikkii rikkinäistä puhelinta sen homman kanssa. Olis kiva kuulla henkilöltä joka oikeesti tietää.
@@horseygirl03 Sinähän se sorrettujen vähemmistö kansojen asiat parhaiten tiedät valtaväestöön kuuluvana suomi tyttönä Otappa se pääs pois sieltä omasta perästä ja mietippä uusiksi
@@horseygirl03 Sinähän se varmasti valtaväestöön kuuluvana suomi tyttönä tiedät sorrettujen vähemmistöjen asiat parhaiten. Mietippä uusiksi tai ota asioista selvää
For happiness, i just think of what my brother always says. “Happiness is like peeing in your pants. Everyone can see it, but you, can feel, it’s warmth. Happy birthday grandma!”
As a finnish citizen, i have to agree, do what you love with the people you love - in nature, it releases stress so easily but......there is so many small things more that makes us the happiest country in the world.
After seeing this video what I think happiness is just nature being out in nature it’s naturally beautiful and calming I even notice when we go out like to mountains me and my family argue less than usual
Thanks for visiting my lovely beautiful home country. And even though Finland is the happiest place on earth we still have social issues so it's really complicated. Anyway i loved this video.
Most Finnish Finn starter pack: -have the name Teppo, Mikko, Pekka, basically any common finnish old name -go to sauna at least once in a day -have blonde/brown hair and blue/gray eyes -fish -have poor English -live in an apartment building -be half bald -be over 50 -have a beard -fight bears on a daily basis -go to Prisma (store) -have an S-etukortti (credit card) -drink karhu and lonkero (beer) -socialize in sauna -never shave -have a nokia phone -have an apartment full of white furniture -live in either Helsinki or the countryside -have a dog or a cat -eat potato -be slightly (or not slightly) obese -be hairy -have big hands -own a car and a boat -eat dinner at 17 (or 5 pm) -eat microwave meals (Just a stereotypical Finn, this was a complete joke.)
Also: - Be in debt your whole fukin Life cuz you just Have to take some loan at some point in Ur Life -get fucked by your government - get fucked by the byrocracy system - stay depressed in the eternal squirrel wheel
Its about feeling content. Most of the world, media, work and businesses are about eternal growth, always trying to get more and more. The happiness comes from feeling content with what you have. Ofc, the finnish healthcare and social care system is a key in this too. You dont have to worry about not having a roof over your head or if you are not rich enough for a hospital. Ofc there is differences with how wealthy you are and how luxurious your life and cabin are, but the constant betterment and showing off of your "value" is not engraved in our culture.
I recently read a fascinating review about a man who survived a trip to the happiest place on earth, and I have to say that it was quite an interesting read. The author recounted their experience with vivid detail, describing the throngs of people, the endless lines, and the overwhelming noise and chaos that surrounded them at all times. Despite these challenges, however, the author seemed to find joy in the little things, like the feel of the sun on their face, the taste of a cold drink on a hot day, or the sound of a child's laughter. They also made a point to seek out moments of peace and solitude, whether it was by finding a quiet corner of the park to rest or by taking a leisurely stroll through the gardens. Reading this review made me reflect on how important it is to focus on the positive aspects of life, even when things might seem difficult or overwhelming. It's easy to get caught up in the chaos and stress of everyday life, but taking a moment to appreciate the simple things can make a big difference in our overall wellbeing. In fact, cultivating a positive mindset can have a significant impact on our mental and physical health. Studies have shown that people who practice gratitude and positivity have lower levels of stress, better sleep quality, and improved immune function. So, even when we're not at the happiest place on earth, we can still work to create a positive and joyful experience for ourselves. Ultimately, the lesson I took away from this review is that happiness is not something that can be found in a specific place or thing. Instead, it's a state of mind that we can cultivate within ourselves. By focusing on the positive, finding moments of joy and gratitude, and practicing resilience in the face of challenges, we can create our own version of the happiest place on earth, no matter where we are. There are many ways to cultivate this positive mindset, such as keeping a gratitude journal, practicing mindfulness meditation, or spending time with loved ones. One of the keys to cultivating a positive mindset is to focus on the present moment. Often, we get caught up in worrying about the future or ruminating on the past, which can lead to feelings of anxiety and depression. By focusing on the present moment and fully engaging with our current experience, we can find joy and fulfillment in even the most mundane tasks. Another important aspect of cultivating a positive mindset is to practice self-compassion. This means treating ourselves with the same kindness, care, and understanding that we would offer to a close friend. By being gentle with ourselves and recognizing that we are all imperfect beings, we can cultivate a sense of self-love and acceptance that is essential for happiness and wellbeing. In conclusion, while it's always nice to visit the happiest place on earth, we don't need to travel far to find happiness and joy. By cultivating a positive mindset, focusing on the present moment, and practicing self-compassion, we can create our own version of the happiest place on earth right where we are. So let's take a moment to appreciate the simple things in life, and remember that happiness is always within reach.
im not happy or sad, im just dealing with it. maybe thats why we are happiest country? We dont give shit about anything "oh its just life im used to this" Also reason why we love our lakehouses/cottages so much is because our fathers/uncles/grandpas probably build them together and atleast i respect the hardwork that went into the cottage´s my family own
OMG FIRST COMMENT AND I’VE ALWAYS WANTED TO YOU TO GO TO FINLAND ONG THANK YOU AO MUCH!! I am from finland, and it’s AMAZING!! I love your videos!! ❤️🎉💕
The problem with these kinds of videos (you know, people coming to test whether Finland actually is a happy place to live) is money. If you spend time in a palace by the sea, surely life in Finland seems like a miracle. But that's not what it is for poor people in suburbs. Spend time with them, with a similar budget to what they have. See how much you like that.
Thank you for visiting Finland! One thing you didn't mention is that Finland has free healthcare and the best education system in the world (even school lunches are free and good quality)
The free Health care system is a big joke nowadays as well as the happiest country in the world nowadays 😢😅, it would be better to say that Finland is the most brainwashed country in the world 🌎
Public healthcare in Finland is a joke these days. Hospitals, emergency rooms, health centers, dental care, maternal clinics.. all health care services are falling apart.
The education system is a complete joke. PISA scores slide lower and lower every year. And most importantly there's not a single university in the top 100. In fact pretty much all the gifted students continue their studies abroad. So please don't spread this nonsense propaganda about the great education system because it's not actually true.
i think one of the parts that makes finland so happy is the school system, and if im not being stupid, i think they give you the choice of a tophat and sword? maybe that's norway but either way, nordic nations are epic
Tophat and sword are for doctors (PhD). But yes, the school system is very good, it's about not stressing the pupils and students to be the best and overwork themselves. Although it has gone downhill because some people thought it was a good idea to fix something that didn't need any fixing.
@@einomainen It's still pretty good and used to be known around the world as one of the best. Unfortunately our governments always decide it's a good idea to do budget cuts on our best feature.
Ironically, the places that rank happiest can be flipped to be a chart ranking the least ‘diverse’ countries. Find a vid of someone visiting here who stays in the populated areas, you’ll immediately see these “happy” have a lot in common. While some repeat “diversity is our strength” over and over until people believe it, there’s literally no data that shows any upside to it. No one dares to share what we see when looking at places mixing cultures that often have clashing belief systems into one geographic area - it ALWAYS leads to nothing but increased stress levels from EVERY demographic within it. People have a hard time facing this reality, especially the idea that they would likely enjoy life more surrounded by people who share the same culture as them, assuming that is just racism. But this is NOT race based, people can be of any color and have the same culture. Why did politicians in so many nations push an agenda proven to bring misery to their citizens? I have no idea. But any honest person knows their community didn’t gain any ‘strength’ by increasing the amount of citizens literally unable to speak to each other in a language they both understand.
You're 100% right. Unfortunately when people see this argument they always think you're being a racist. I'm sure there are some economical benefits to diversity, but a homogenous culture knows each other and trusts each other, especially when the culture is known to be trustworthy and extremely lawabiding like in finland
Except the happiness index is basically just a social democracy index and has nothing to do with actual happiness (because it's difficult to measure or quantify) or your nazi bullshit. Also, funny that the Nordic countries are somehow simultaneously racially and culturally homogenous and also overrun by muslims and immigrants, depending which is more convenient for some moron's argument.
teppo my g! this was a beaut of a take on Finnish life if you got a day- Moved back a few months ago after 8 years in Toronto and this pretty on point 👌
Teppo and/or Aleksi are either very wealthy or they have some wealthy family and/or their family has owned the place for generations (because a private island is certainly not a "common" key to happiness and even summer cabins by a lake aren't very common anymore unless the land has been inherited or your yearly income is wayyy over the average). The other stuff is pretty common though and we have plenty of nature and we can roam around almost anywhere (on anyone's land, by law, yards and such excluded), and we also respect the land and each other's property (most people do anyway, at least for now...).
WAIT A MINUITE!!! SO U CAN BUY HAPPINESS?!?!? All you gotta do is rent a boat, a house, fish, birds, a bunch of saunas, a fireplace, some wieners, and buy a plane trip to finland!?!?!? I ALWAYS KNEW APPINESS COULD BE BOUGHT.
As a finnish person i can confirm that we are NOT the happiest country/people. Actually we are one of the saddest. When you in the nature, which we have alot. There is the happiness. But in cities, where our majority lives, thats dangerous and depressive asf.
I'm from Finland. I have never experienced this. I found it very offensive, that people call Finland the happiest country in the world. in here, the bad things are hidden, people don't talk about them enough, people close their eyes on purpose. I hope that the whole world someday hear about what "the happiest country on earth" really is. By the way, Finland has the most underage drug-related deaths and drug-related deaths overall in Europe. Finland also has one of the highest suicide rates in Europe. this should tell something. sorry, I don't want to ruin this happy vibe of this video. I just wish people would talk about this more. I'm glad you had fun time here.
Yes. I am in my 20 square apartment in Helsinki Finland and it's hot and no air machine.. I wish I could go those places but I don't know any who have that kind of luxury here in Finland.
@@jps8678 wishing you the best. I'm underage, 17, I live in an institution, where I was put illegally over 2years ago. I can't explain in words how hard it has been since I was 5years old. I'm fully Finnish. some things have happened what I thought only would happen in movies. my family has had 13 legal proceedings. I have learned from a very young age that the system is completely broken and not fair at all. even in Finland.
@@openyoureyes2222 Thanks You too wishing the best even if it feels hard. And we are only visiting in this world anyway. under 100 years and nobody remembers we were even here and knows who we were. i mean I can't take very seriously this freakin 3D life.
what people don't understand the "happiest country in the world" analysis doesn't look into "happiness" in any way but overall quality of life, level of crime and corruption, homelessness, freedom of the press, freedom of speech etc etc. It has absolutely nothing to do with how "happy" people are
Now that you've seen Finland at its best, try rainy November evening at Vantaa (near Helsinki) for a comparision. Finns still cope but the weather sucks.
I think the most important thing what makes us happy is enjoying the things you have. You have a job? Great! Car? Great! Your own house? Great! Little bit of extra money? Great! What else do you need? We dont take stress from it that we are not rich or succesful business men. Just enjoy what you have. We Finns are not flashy in any way. We dont like to show off our wealth. Person next to you at the grocery store wearing some broken sweat pants and old shoes might be a millionaire. We just do what we do and thats it. Lets keep life simple and enjoy the little things.
Its the peace here in Finland. You are rarely alone but you also are rarely bothered. People mind their own business, enjoy nature, and eat in silence.
