After spending 3 weeks in Nordic countries; One of the biggest flex is to live in a country with a Mediterranean climate. For the rest of my life, I don’t want to live in a place which is colder than -5 degrees or hotter than 30 degrees. Mild weather is everything. Believe me.
I know Dubai and Singapore are very safe countries but because of the weather, I think it’s only optimal to live 4-5 months there. Go live in a place with a bit less safety and luxury BUT with a nice sea, beaches, fresh food and slow life. After living in a cold / cloudy and rainy place, I can tell it affects your whole mood and lifestyle. My happiness probably decreased at least 50% because my body was always in “fight” mode, trying to keep me warm. Mild climate & light clothes > everything. Nordic countries have the highest happiness index rankings but simply very low social life when it’s -10 degrees outside or when it’s raining non stop with no sun light for a month.
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