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In a world where well-being is often reduced to happiness scores or income levels, the Global Flourishing Study (GFS) is asking a bigger question: what does it mean to live well in every sense of the word? With more than 200,000 participants across 22 countries, this five-year study is mapping flourishing across six dimensions—happiness, health, meaning, character, relationships, and financial stability.

The first wave of findings paints a complex picture. While some countries report high financial stability but low fulfillment, others with fewer resources lead in meaning, relationships, and overall flourishing. Young adults emerge as a particularly vulnerable group, often reporting strong physical health but lower mental well-being, weaker financial security, and less satisfaction in relationships. Faith and community ties consistently appear as powerful supports for flourishing across contexts.

This global snapshot raises both concerns and opportunities. Are today’s young adults simply passing through a difficult stage of life, or does this represent a generational shift with lasting consequences? The GFS offers a rare chance to explore these questions on a worldwide scale—and it’s only the beginning. 

Read the full review here.

Latin America: 

🧑‍🏫 255 youth and 41 leaders

📍 5 countries

Western Europe: 

🧑‍🏫 85 youth and 17 leaders

📍 2 countries