Seoul, Oct 3 (IANS): South Koreans' happiness level is rising slowly but surely, unlike what the country's ranking on happiness indices might suggest, according to a presidential committee promoting national cohesion.
Social support measures whether there are people who can provide help during difficult times, while freedom of life measures the freedom to choose one's own way of life.
"According to the World Happiness Report, our people's happiness is being maintained at a consistent level, while the KSIS showed it is increasing slowly, little by little," the committee said.
The World Happiness Report surveys 1,000 people each in 140 countries, while the KSIS surveys 8,000 adults aged 19-69 nationwide.