The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos Move to Your Happy Place
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Sep 19, 2022 
Helen Russell, a journalist who left London for rural Denmark, shares her adventure in seeking happiness in the world's happiest country. She explores how the Danish lifestyle, emphasizing work-life balance and hyggelig moments, transformed her view on joy. Dan Buettner introduces 'Blue Zones' and the role of community in enhancing well-being. Russell also discusses adapting to cultural differences and offers insights on boosting happiness without relocating, proving that a happier environment can be cultivated anywhere.
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Moving to Denmark
- Helen Russell, a journalist, lived a busy life in London but felt stressed and burnt out.
- Her husband's dream job offer at Lego in rural Denmark prompted a move.
Denmark's Happiness Ranking
- Denmark consistently ranks high on the World Happiness Report, unlike the US and UK.
- The report considers factors like life expectancy, income, trust, and generosity.
Longevity and Environment
- Dan Buettner's research on Blue Zones reveals that longevity stems from the right environment.
- People in Blue Zones naturally adopt healthy habits due to their surroundings, not conscious effort.
