The secret of Vanuatu’s happiness

The South Pacific country of Vanuatu has been voted the happiest place in the world so what makes its inhabitants such a happy lot?Jean Pierre John (photo: James Mair)Not having to worry about money – the secret of Jean Pierre’s happiness (photo: James Mair)Jean Pierre John is living the dream. That popular fantasy of owning one’s own island, complete with swaying coconut palms, coral sea and tropical forest, is his for real.

BBC NEWS | Programmes | From Our Own Correspondent | The secret of Vanuatu’s happiness

I love this quote from the article….

The twin pillars of a classically happy life – strong family ties and a general absence of materialism – are common throughout this island nation.

The simple things in life, it seems, really do make you happy.

Simplicity makes life enjoyable…..and when you have to you make do…..bowls from washed up buoys!!!

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