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10 Happiness Practices From Around the World | SUCCESS
France: ‘aperitif’
The French evening drink is a ritual to slow you down and transition from work to relaxation.
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Japan: ‘shrinrin-yoku’
Shrinrin-yoku, or forest bathing, was developed in the 1980s as a way to respond to the stresses of urban living.
It is all about getting out into nature. It can reduce your stress and boost your immune system.
Hawaii: ‘Ho‘oponopono’
It is a mantra used to make changes on the inside.
Instead of harboring resentment toward others, take a deep breath and understand your feelings before discussing them with someone who has done you harm.
Norway: ‘friluftsliv’
"Friluftsliv" means 'free air life' and refers to spending time in nature and reconnecting with the earth.
Germany: ‘gemütlichkeit’
"Gemütlichkeit" is a German philosophy of celebrating the company of each other with a song, dance, beer or just a sense of gratitude.
Spain: ‘siesta’
The famous Spanish afternoon nap can reboot your mind, cheer you up and also make you productive.
Make time for a 20-minute nap after lunch to enjoy the benefits.
France: ‘aperitif’
The French evening drink is a ritual to slow you down and transition from work to relaxation.
Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, Brazil: ‘mate’
"Mate" is a herbal tea made from the leaves of the yerba mate plant.
It has been credited for its health and soul benefits and best taken with friends.
Bosnia & Herzegovina: ‘kafa’
There is nothing like enjoying a Bosnian coffee with friends to engage in conversation. Kafa is cooked in a ‘džezva’ pot and enjoyed with a sugar cube or a ‘rahat lokum’ candy.
Nigeria: ‘ubuntu’
Ubuntu is showing humanity towards others. It's about prioritizing the community above the needs of the individual.
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