Season 2 · Episode 1251
Why Richer Countries Are Getting Miserable
Why is the US falling in happiness rankings while others thrive? Explore the "Beyond GDP" movement and the true metrics of a life well-lived.
My Weird Prompts · Daniel Rosehill
March 15, 202619m 54s
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Show Notes
For decades, Gross Domestic Product has been the ultimate measure of national success. But as recent global data reveals, a rising economy doesn't always lead to a satisfied population, with the US slipping in rankings while nations like Costa Rica surge. This episode dives into the "Beyond GDP" movement, exploring the six key variables that actually determine well-being—from social support and institutional trust to environmental health. We examine how countries like Finland and Israel maintain resilience through community and why the United Nations is now pushing for thirty universal indicators to track the true wealth of nations.