Finland goes to pay for 10 people to go to the European country and attend a masterclass in happiness.
This month, Finland was dubbed the world’s happiest nation for the sixth consecutive 12 months within the annual World Happiness Report.
“An issue we regularly get is: ‘How are you so blissful?’”
We imagine Finnish happiness stems from an in depth relationship with nature and our down-to-earth lifestyle.
It’s not some mystical state, but a skill that will be learned and shared,” Heli Jimenez of Business Finland said.
To that end, Finland’s tourism board is now in search of 10 people from the world over who will bring to the country without cost to assist unlock their “inner Finn.”
The lucky 10 will attend a four-day “masterclass of happiness” course on the Kuru Resort within the Finnish Lakeland region in June (Finland’s summer).
Applications close this weekend on April 2.
“Finland is stuffed with immersive experiences amongst nature. Our energizing forests, charming lakes, and vibrant archipelago landscapes are all perfect places to calm down, unwind and get in contact together with your inner happiness,” Ms. Jimenez said.
“Now we wish to assist people find and master that Finnish mind-set.
“We’ve chosen one of the best coaches, one of the vital breathtaking resorts in Finland, and a time within the early summer amid the gorgeous Finnish nature for our masterclass.
“We feel it’s a really unusual opportunity to find something wonderful and invaluable. Anyone curious should definitely apply.”
The appliance involves a sign-up form and a social media challenge. You’ll be able to apply individually or with a friend or partner.
If chosen, your travel will probably be covered and you’ll stay in an exclusive private villa in a resort that’s specifically designed with fragrances, sounds and materials to assist guests calm down. The lakeside resort is positioned in a pine forest.
You won’t discover a television in your room because the resort promotes a “digital detox” but there will probably be access to Wi-Fi. And every villa has its own spa and sauna.
As for the course, there are 4 themes – nature crafts, food for the soul and body, exercise in forests and lakes, calming sounds and music – and the Finnish lifestyle basically.
Finnish experts work as your personal coaches.
The course will probably be held on the resort from June 12 to fifteen, with 10 chosen participants from all over the world arriving on June 11 and leaving on June 16.
The list of happiest nations within the World Happiness Report – that Finland continues to take out the highest spot on – is basically based on Gallup World Poll evaluations on matters comparable to GDP per capita, social support, healthy life expectancy, freedom, generosity and corruption.
“Residents of Finland’s strong feelings of communal support and mutual trust” were aspects in helping the country navigate the Covid-19 pandemic and again grab the highest spot, authors of the study wrote.
“Moreover, Finlanders felt strongly that they were free to make their very own decisions, and showed minimal suspicion of presidency corruption. Each of those aspects are strong contributors to overall happiness,” the report continued.
Denmark, Iceland, Israel and the Netherlands rounded out the highest five for 2023. Latest Zealand ranked tenth and Australia got here in twelfth.
