Finland secures the title of the world’s happiest country for the 8th year—users say: "Bro touch grass often"

FIS World Cup Ski Jumping Vikersund - Individual HS240 - Source: Getty
FIS World Cup Ski Jumping Vikersund - Individual HS240 - Source: Getty

The World Happiness Report have declared Finland as the happiest country for the 8th time. The country has won the title for the 8th consecutive year with 2025's rankings. The consistency was indeed mind-boggling as netizens speculated the reasons behind the achievement.

The World Happiness Report assesses countries based on several parameters like social welfare, freedom, health and others. This year too, Finland secured the spot.

The Nordic country is infamous for its lakes, forests, and scenic beauty. It is often one of the most popular tourist destinations of all time. But, little did the world know it was the happiest one! Although 'happiness' is subjective, Finland earned the happiest title by excelling in terms of livelihood standards.


Users react as Finland secures the title of the World’s Happiest Country for the 8th year

Bro Touch grass often (via BitBullVault/ X)

So, touching grass is all that it takes to be happy. Netizens have decoded the reason for Finland's ecstasy. Now you know what you have to do to meet your happiness goals.


A user remarked:

"Eight years straight? At this point, they should just retire from the competition and give the rest of us a chance. Meanwhile, the rest of the world is out here battling existential dread, skyrocketing rent, and whatever fresh nonsense the internet throws at us daily."

Asking for a friend (via emkenobi/ X)

It looks like many are interested in settling down in Finland to find happiness. All it would take is a pragmatic plan within the budget.


A user commented on fellow users' reactions to the news:

"Finland's happiness is contagious - let's all take a chill pill!"

Users admired Finland's achievements. Eight years in a row indeed is a big deal!

"Consistency at its finest."

A netizen looked for first-hand clarity in the 'happiest' country in the world:

"Can someone from there confirm that they are the happiest?"

An X-user hilariously remarked:

"Imagine being depressed in Finland, I’d feel like they’re really rubbing it in that everyone else around me is sooo happy."

The news had stirred mixed reactions among netizens. Some have questioned the reliability of the report, although it was declared officially. On the other hand, many poked fun by claiming that they needed to move to Finland as soon as possible. After all, 'being happy' has been on the 2025 resolution cards for many and they are ready to do whatever it takes. Even if it involves moving to a different country.

Edited by Sarah Nazamuddin Harniswala