Just sharing something of interest.
Secrets of the World’s Most Resilient Minds presented by World Population Review Newsletter (July 16, 2025)
What the world's cultures reveal about grit, focus, and mental mastery.
https://wpr-newsletter.beehiiv.com/p/se … eehiiv.com
Topics covered
Note: If the topic piques your interest the header is a live link to a more in depth article. Includes infographic by country for each topic.
1. Japan: Mastery Through Ritual and Purpose
2. Finland: Sisu—The Quiet Power of Grit
3. South Korea: Hustle Culture Meets Healing Culture
4. Bhutan: Happiness as National Strategy
5. United States: The Science of Performance
6. Brazil: Emotional Flow and the Power of Joy
7. Rwanda: Collective Healing and Forward Focus
Thoughts, criticisms, accolades, and/or commentary?
Bhutan’s average daily screen time is under two hours—a fraction of what’s typical in Western nations. And it correlates with lower anxiety and higher life satisfaction.
I can see why.
Thanks for the info!
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