Archive · 21 Nov 2025
Author Challenges World Happiness Report at Shillong Literary Festival
At the Shillong Literary Festival, author Francesc Miralles said he thinks India is happier than Finland, despite a popular happiness report saying otherwise.
He thinks happiness comes from social connections and curiosity, not just money or education.
He also talked about how the internet can help people connect and make a difference, even if it's distracting.
Francesc Miralles, co-author of 'Ikigai', spoke at the 5th Shillong Literary Festival
He questioned the World Happiness Report's ranking of Finland as the happiest country
Miralles found more happiness in India than Finland, attributing it to strong social connections
He also discussed the impact of the digital age on wellbeing and his book 'Ikigai'
Miralles acknowledged the distractions of the digital world but noted its potential for connection and impact
- Who
- Francesc Miralles, author of 'Ikigai'
- What
- Questioned the World Happiness Report's ranking of Finland as the happiest country
- When
- At the 5th Shillong Literary Festival on November 21
- Where
- Shillong, India
- Why
- To share his perspective on happiness and discuss his book 'Ikigai'
World Happiness Report's Perspective
Francesc Miralles' Perspective
Happiest Country
World Happiness Report's Perspective
Finland is ranked as the happiest country
Francesc Miralles' Perspective
Miralles found more happiness in India than Finland
Source of Happiness
World Happiness Report's Perspective
Material comforts and education
Francesc Miralles' Perspective
Strong social connections and curiosity
- Festival
- 5th Shillong Literary Festival
- Date
- November 21
- Author's Book
- 'Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life'
- Happiness Report Ranking
- Finland as the happiest country