The “aggregate” happiness of individuals, married couples, families, and communities make a happy nation. Speaking from a broader perspective, one can conclude that effective leadership, good governance, and hospitable ecological conditions are also factors that contribute to the happiness of a nation. For a country to achieve and sustain a high “National Happiness Index”...
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Loyalty and happiness go “hand in hand.” Love and loyalty are two of the cardinal virtues that hold every institution together. Love is universal. Loyalty (commitment) brings out the best in human relationships in marriage, family, corporate, and national and international relationships. Loyalty is a great stabilizer of human relationships. Maturity underpins loyalty. Loyalty...
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“Joy” comprehends “happiness,” but “happiness” may not comprehend “joy.” Joy is a spiritual attribute, and happiness is a material attribute. Material things satisfy the outer self, but the inner self can only be truly satisfied when it experiences “joy.” For many, “joy” is a familiar term, but it is not (universally) attributable to happiness...
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