E002: What the Happiest Countries on Earth Do Differently

Maggie explores four aspects of the world's happiest countries -- key cultural values and practices that shape the mental health of the people who live there, and what we can learn from them.

00:00 Introduction and Podcast Name Change

00:51 Exploring the Happiness of Nordic Countries

04:08 Security: A Pillar of Nordic Happiness

09:44 Flat Hierarchy: Equality in Nordic Societies

19:11 Connection to Nature: Embracing the Outdoors

23:03 Community and Togetherness: The Nordic Way

27:34 Conclusion and Reflections

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