But I said if it were that simple, we'd be the happiest people.

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So who are the happiest people in the world, as measured by Legatum?

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The healthiest and happiest people stay engaged, and the smartest people stay engaged in meaningful work.

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And if you keep working at it you will eventually become a grateful person and grateful people are the happiest and most productive.

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"She made time for everybody and was happiest when making other people happy, " the statement continued.

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Geography also relates to happiness, with people living in Hawaii and California among the happiest.

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