The World Happiness Report 2025 reveals that the United States has dropped to 24th place in happiness rankings, its lowest ever, while Finland has been named the happiest country for the eighth consecutive year. Other Nordic countries, including Denmark, Iceland, and Sweden, follow closely behind. The report emphasizes that happiness stems from trust and social connections, rather than merely wealth. Researchers highlight that community support and beliefs about kindness significantly impact happiness levels, pointing out that perceived pessimism about kindness is often unwarranted, especially in Nordic countries where kindness is prevalent.
According to the World Happiness Report 2025, the U.S. has dropped to its lowest ranking at 24 while Finland retains the top spot for the eighth consecutive year.
Jon Clifton, CEO of Gallup, emphasizes that trust and social connections, rather than wealth, are critical to community strength and happiness.
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