Let's skip our way to better days!

The 2025 World Happiness Report is out, and South Africa ranks #95 out of 147 countries, with a happiness score of 5.2.

While this reflects challenges like economic instability, unemployment, and social inequality, it’s also a reminder that personal happiness is WITHIN OUR CONTROL—even when the stats say otherwise.

Published on March 20, 2025, to coincide with the UN's International Day of Happiness, the report highlights global trends in well-being. Nordic countries like Finland (#1 for the eighth year) lead the way, prioritising social support, freedom, and balance.

But here’s the thing: happiness isn’t just about where you live; it’s about how you live.

What Can You Do to Prioritise Social Support, Freedom, and Personal Balance?

A Bio-Hack That I Use Daily...

Last week, I jumped on stage (literally - as the photo shows!). I was teaching an audience how skipping at their desks can energise their day.

Why skipping?

Because motion shifts emotion! Physical movement is one of the quickest ways to boost your mood and mental clarity.

Whether you’re at work or home during this holiday season, incorporating movement into your day can be transformative.

Your Radical Self-Care Plan

Here’s how you can nurture your head, heart, and body:

• HEAD: Reflect on what truly matters to you. Journal (pen and paper) for just 7 minutes a day—it’s a GAME CHANGER!
• HEART: Strengthen connections with loved ones. Scroll down your WhatsApp chats (yes, scroll!) and reconnect with someone you haven’t spoken to in a while. Meaningful conversations are proven contributors to happiness.
• BODY: Move more! Whether it’s skipping at your desk or taking a walk in nature, physical activity boosts endorphins and reduces stress.

JUST DO IT!

What Happier Countries Teach Us

Countries like Finland (score: 7.7) thrive by fostering community and prioritising well-being over material wealth. Costa Rica (#6) shows us that generosity and connection matter more than GDP. So why not start small by focusing on what you can control?

Happiness Starts With YOU!

South Africa’s ranking doesn’t define your happiness—it’s up to you to create joy in your life.

Let’s make April a month of Radical Self-Care. Whether you’re celebrating holidays or tackling work deadlines, remember: motion shifts emotion, and happiness is always within reach.

So grab those cordless skipping ropes (yes, I sell them!) and jump into joy today!

What’s one self-care practice you’ll try? I had already given my cordless set to an audience member when the main pic was taken. So yes, I was pretending to hold one in my hands… weird, I know! But hey, being ‘normal’ is overrated 😉