How to be happy as a Dane?

First, win the European (Football) Championship. Then, be pessimistic — or at least realistic — regarding your expectations for the next year.

Researches publishing at the British Medical Journal have looked into the question why Denmark has over the years repeatedly topped the list of the happiest European nations, and this year came out the happiest nation globally. While several hypotheses were raised, the study points out two especially important factors: winning the 1992 European Championship, and the fact that the Danish people on average expect less from their future than do people from many other nations. (link)