The Pursuit of Happiness: The OECD Better Life Index

http://www.oecdbetterlifeindex.org/

An article in the Japan Times today led me to find out about this OECD initiative.

According to the recent rankings, Japan is No.1 in safety, and also very high in education and income.

However, they are relatively low in "Satisfaction with life" and "Work Life Balance".

Overall, Japan is a very fortunate society. I am very lucky to be here with my family..

All of my students should see this and develop a vision for how they want to contribute to well-being in Japan and other countries one more step.

In particular, since I will be teaching business professionals an intensive program this summer, I'd like to discuss the Work Life Balance point with them.

http://www.oecdbetterlifeindex.org/topics/work-life-balance/