International Day of happiness

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International Day of happiness Facts & Quotes

• The theme for International Day of Happiness in 2021 was Happiness For All Forever.
• According to the 2021 World Happiness Report, Finland is the happiest country in the world.
• According to the Legatum Prosperity Index, as of 2021, the United States is ranked as the 16th happiest country.
• At this time of grave injustices, devastating wars, mass displacement, grinding poverty and other manmade causes of suffering, the International Day of Happiness is a global chance to assert that peace, well-being, and joy deserve primacy - UN Secretary-General, Ban Ki-moon
• Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony - Mahatma Gandhi

International Day of Happiness Top Events and Things to Do

• Print out and hang up posters of the Ten Keys to Happier Living. Research has proven that these ten keys have a positive impact on happiness and well-being.
• Make the effort to cross an item off of your bucket list. We all have dreams and goals and fulfilling them creates happiness and a sense of accomplishment.
• Give to others. Whether it's donating to a charity of your choice, volunteering, or giving a thoughtful gift, studies have found that giving makes us happier.
• Reduce the stress in your life. According to the American Psychological Association, these are the 5 best ways to manage stress:
  1) Take a break from thing causing stress
  2) Exercise
  3) Smile and laugh
  4) Get social support
  5) Meditate
• Watch a movie about happiness. Here are our suggestions:
  Hector and the Search for Happiness (2014)
  Eat, Pray, Love (2009)
  The Pursuit of Happiness (2008)
  The Bucket List (2007)

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