Recipe For Happiness?

Recently, Huffington Post published an article stating 21 Reasons why Colombia is the happiest country in world.

Some of the reasons that were mentioned include:

Megadiversity. Colombia is considered the second most biodiverse country in the world after Brazil. 

"The Door of the Americas". Colombia has coast line both with Caribbean Sea as well as with Pacific Ocean.

Beautiful Women. Yes, Colombian women are known to be among the most beautiful women in the world. Needless to say, it's true.

Climate. The country's close proximity to Equator keeps the temperatures rather constant all year round, yet allows different kind of climates prosper depending on the geological location, for instance.

The Best Coffee in the World. Because it's just yummy!

Spanish spoken especially in Bogota is said to be the clearest in Latin America, if not even in the world.

Fashion. There are lot of local designers that contribute to the fashion world.

Public Holidays - 18 public holidays and an average of 15 paid vacation days a year make it easier to get through the long work weeks.

Ciclovia - active habits and exercise equal happy mind in healthy body.

Tamal is mashed corn that contains meat, e.g. chicken, wrapped in a banana leaf.

Colombian Cuisine - fresh ingredients every day of the year.

Botero's babes are luscious and hilarious.

Fiestas and Festivals - it's always a good time to party!


Of course these are just a few reasons why Colombians are a happy folk... yet, how many reasons does one need to be happy?

In my opinion, these reflect one thing: living in the moment. And that the world's happiest people sure can!