New article:
A recent study by Gallup has shown a decline in happiness levels among young people in the United States and Western Europe. Specifically, 15-24-year-olds in the U.S. experienced a steep drop in happiness since the mid-2000s, while young people in Western Europe saw a more gradual decline over the same period. Despite this, Nordic countries like Finland, Denmark, Iceland, and Sweden continued to rank among the happiest in the world, with Finland taking the top spot.
The study surveyed over 100,000 individuals across 143 countries and asked participants to rate their lives on a scale from 1 to 10, with 10 representing the best possible life. The results showed that countries in Central and Eastern Europe, especially those from the former Soviet bloc, saw the most significant increase in happiness levels, particularly among young people. In contrast, the United States ranked only 23rd on the overall list of 143 countries polled but dropped to 62nd place among people under 30.
Semafor is set to present data and insights from this report at an upcoming conference aimed at helping global leaders better understand the concept of “happiness” and how it can be promoted across different sectors such as business, tech, and politics. The presentation will provide valuable insights into how different factors contribute to happiness levels and how they can be improved for individuals and communities alike.
