Singaporeans are the least positive people in the world, according to international pollster Gallup at least.
Gallup measured positive emotions in 148 countries and areas in 2011 using five questions. These questions ask people whether they experienced a lot of enjoyment the day before the survey and whether they felt respected, well-rested, laughed and smiled a lot, and did or learned something interesting.
These data may surprise analysts and leaders who solely focus on traditional economic indicators.
Residents of Singapore, which ranks fifth in the world in terms of GDP per capita, were the least likely to report positive emotions.
The researchers advised Singapore leaders to do more to incorporate wellbeing into their leadership strategies.
Results are based on telephone and face-to-face interviews with 1,000 adults, aged 15 and older, conducted in 2011 in 148 countries and areas.
Isn't this to be expected with the very crowded public transport systems and hyper congested public space?
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