Published by UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network 10th year published Gallup World Poll Survey of 119 countries Defined in terms of experiencing life positively Average of the last 3 years

1. Perceptions of corruption 2. Generosity 3. Freedom to make life choices 4. Healthy life expectancy 5. Social support 6. GDP per capita

Benchmark imaginary country with least-happy people All countries can be compared favourably against this

Humans are resilient in the face of crisis and catastrophe Despite the pandemic, global levels of happiness have not dropped significantly

1. Benevolence drives wellbeing 2. Freedom is key 3. Money and health matter

Some people happier than others Even if in the same country or family Identical twins who grew up apart more similar in well-being than fraternal twins who grew up apart Genetics stronger influence than upbringing?

Smile, exercise, sleep, eat with mood in mind, practice gratitude, give compliments, breathe deeply, keep a journal, avoid comparing, declutter, see friends, get into nature, explore meditation, consider therapy, self-care rituals, give back, let go of grudges, plan a trip!