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Happiness Matters: Tshering Tobgay at TEDxThimphu

Ramona Hunter and her husband Brad were intrigued with the idea of Gross National Happiness.  So they took a trip with National Geographic to Buhtan.

Ramona had travelled to Asia in the past, and always wanted to return to Buhtan, which is the first country in the world to pursue happiness as a state policy.

They have broken down the precepts to basic needs:

• Security
• Identity
• Purpose

This includes psychological well-being, health, education, time-use, community vitality, ecological diversity, and living standards.

Ramona takes us on a guided tour of Buhtan and its culture.

Click the link above to watch an intriguing TEDx episode with more information.

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