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Ever wondered if you'd be happier in sunny Florida or snow-covered Minnesota? New research on state-level happiness could answer that question.


Florida and two other sunshine states made it to the Top 5, while Minnesota doesn't show up until number 26 on the list of happiest states. In addition to rating the smile factor of U.S. states, the research also proved for the first time that a person's self-reported happiness matches up with objective measures of well-being.


Essentially, if an individual says they're happy, they are.


"When human beings give you an answer on a numerical scale about how satisfied they are with their lives, it is best to pay attention. Their answers are reliable," said Andrew Oswald of the University of Warwick in England. "This suggests that life-satisfaction survey data might be very useful for governments to use in the design of economic and social policies," Oswald said.


The happy-states list, however, doesn't match up with a similar ranking reported last month, which found that the most tolerant and wealthiest states were, on average, the happiest. Oswald says this past is based on raw averages of people's happiness in a state, and so doesn't provide meaningful results.


"That study cannot control for individual characteristics," Oswald told LiveScience. "In other words, all anyone has been able to do is to report the averages state-by-state, and the problem with doing that is you're not comparing apples with apples because the people who live in New York City are nothing like the individuals living in Montana."


Rather, Oswald and Stephen Wu, an economist at Hamilton College in New York, statistically created a representative American. That way they could take, for example, a 38-year-old woman with a high-school diploma and making medium-wage who is living anywhere and transplant her to another state and get a rough estimate of her happiness level.


"Not much point in looking at the happiness of a Texas rancher compared to a nurse in Ohio," Oswald said.


The happiest states:


1. Louisiana
2. Hawaii
3. Florida
4. Tennessee
5. Arizona
6. Mississippi
7. Montana
8. South Carolina
9. Alabama
10. Maine


The scientists caution, however, that the top spot, Louisiana, might not reflect current levels of well-being since the data were collected before the disruption caused by Hurricane Katrina. They are confident that data for the other states does accurately reflect happiness levels.


See the full list of 50 states (and the District of Columbia) here.


Happiness measures


Their results come from a comparison of two data sets of happiness levels in each state, one that relied on participants' self-reported well-being and the other an objective measure that took into account a state's weather, home prices and other factors that are known reasons to frown (or smile).


The self-reported information came from 1.3 million U.S. citizens who took part in a survey between 2005 and 2008.


"We wanted to study whether people's feelings of satisfaction with their own lives are reliable, that is, whether they match up to reality - of sunshine hours, congestion, air quality, etc - in their own state," Oswald said.


The results showed the two measures matched up. "We were stunned when it first came up on our screens, because no one has ever managed to produce a clear validation before of subjective well-being, or happiness, data," Oswald said.


They were also surprised at the least happy states, such as New York and Connecticut, which landed at the bottom two spots on the list.

"We were struck by the states that come at the bottom, because a lot of them are on the East Coast, highly prosperous and industrialized," Oswald said. "That's another way of saying they have a lot of congestion, high house prices, bad air quality."

He added, "Many people think these states would be marvelous places to live in. The problem is that if too many individuals think that way, they move into those states, and the resulting congestion and house prices make it a non-fulfilling prophecy."

Would you be happier in another state?

Using both the subjective well-being results, which included individual characteristics like demographics and income, and the objective findings, the team could figure out how an individual would fare in a particular state.

"We can create a like-to-like comparison, because we know the characteristics of people in every state," Oswald said. "So we can adjust statistically to compare a representative person hypothetically put down in any state."

This new research will be published online on Dec. 17 by the journal Science.
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ignorance is bliss, which would explain most of the southern states. They are like like a dog that can be entertained by chasing a stick for hours and hours. of course they would be the happiest.
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ignorance is bliss, which would explain most of the southern states. They are like like a dog that can be entertained by chasing a stick for hours and hours. of course they would be the happiest.
Maybe its that we are blissfully unaware of how shitty life can be? I am sure if we moved up north someplace, we would figure it out rather quickly.

I am happy. My family is happy. And most of my friends are happy. The rest is just wasted statistics.
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Is happiness just a part of the brain or is it some combination of that and good fortune. Both seem necessary.

"Psychologist Dan Gilbert challenges the idea that we'll be miserable if we don't get what we want. Our "psychological immune system" lets us feel real, enduring happiness, he says, even when things don't go as planned. He calls this kind of happiness "synthetic happiness," and he says it's "every bit as real and enduring as the kind of happiness you stumble upon when you get exactly what you were aiming for.""

Dan Gilbert asks, Why are we happy? * Video on TED.com
http://www.ted.com/index.php/talks/d..._we_happy.html

Listening again to the above made me aware of why most Americans are unhappy. They want too much.

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ignorance is bliss, which would explain most of the southern states. They are like like a dog that can be entertained by chasing a stick for hours and hours. of course they would be the happiest.
LOL, wow, I was scrolling down to post "ignorance is bliss" when I ran into this. Good job. You get extra handjobs later.
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I think it has something to do with all the hot woman.
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They said iceland was the happiest country in the world too about two years ago. but i dont think they are happy anymore after there financial meltdown.
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Maybe its that we are blissfully unaware of how shitty life can be? I am sure if we moved up north someplace, we would figure it out rather quickly.

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For Louisianna it has to do with the amount of alcohol consumed.
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838 Esplanade Ave New Orleans, Louisiana 70116
+1 504 523 0120
Omni Royal Orleans Hotel
Restaurant * "The Rib Room at the Omni Royal Orleans Hotel"

Best steaks in the Quarter. My second favorite prime rib in the US. This is a great experience all around. You can't go wrong here unless you are a vegetarian.
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Omni Royal Orleans Hotel
621 Saint Louis Street New Orleans, Louisiana 70130
(504) 529-5333
Cafe Du Monde Coffee Stand: Wholesale
Restaurant * "Café du Monde"

It's the Starbucks of New Orleans and the coffee puts Starbucks to shame. This is a tourist Mecca and a New Orleans institution. The beignets are triangle-shaped pieces of dough, deep fried then smothered in powdered sugar. You won't need to sweeten your coffee here. You skinny fat-free latte freaks should just watch from the curb. This is a great place to start the day or end it.
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Cafe Du Monde Coffee Stand: Wholesale
1039 Decatur Street New Orleans, Louisiana 70116
(504) 587-0835
Clover Grill
Restaurant

This is a great late-night place but it's open 24/7. When you walk in and see the pink tile, you know you're in for an experience. I recommend sitting at the counter. The wait staff is, let's say, interesting, so I suggest you not be difficult! The burgers and omelets are great but it's the counter chatter and customers that give this place character. Don't worry; they wash the hubcaps after they take them off your car!!!
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Clover Grill
900 Bourbon Street New Orleans, Louisiana 70116
(504) 598-1010
Brennan's
Restaurant * "Brennan's Restaurant"

DO NOT LEAVE NEW ORLEANS WITHOUT HAVING THE BANANAS FOSTER. This is the best jazz brunch in New Orleans. The food is terrific. The service is incredible. No matter if you are having breakfast, lunch or dinner, DO NOT LEAVE NEW ORLEANS WITHOUT HAVING THE BANANAS FOSTER.
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Brennan's
417 Royal St New Orleans, Louisiana 70130
+1 504 525 9711
Court of Two Sisters
Restaurant * "The Court of Two Sisters"

This is definitely one of the nicest dining choices in New Orleans. Located on old 'Governor's Row', and named after the creole sisters Emma and Bertha Camors, I can't reccommend this restaurant enough. The seafood is out of this world and the daily jazz brunch is something to write home about. If you haven't had crawfish before this is the place to do it.
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Court of Two Sisters
613 Royal St New Orleans, Louisiana 70130
+1 504 522 7261
French Quarter
Attraction * "The French Quarter"

The area bordered by Canal Street on the west, Rampart on the north, Esplanade on the east and the mighty Mississippi on the south give New Orleans it's character, it's heart and it's many recognizable names. The Cresent City, The Big Easy and the City that Care Forgot are all references to the French Quarter or Vieux Carré which means old square. You will find enough great food, arts, crafts, antiques and novelity shops to keep you busy for weeks. At it's heart is Rue Bourbon aka Bourbon Street, although it probably won't be your favorite memory of New Orleans, you will definitely remember it. It is the quintessential party street...and always has been. Jackson Square is the soul of the Quarter. Brick paved cobble stone streets, carriage rides, street musicians and artists make for a great place to people watch. Don't miss the French Market where many resturants and vendors buy there produce. Walk along the river and watch the traffic of the busiest port on the Gulf Coast.
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New Orleans, Louisiana

Audubon Zoo
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The zoo is great. It's one of the top Zoo's in the US, so don't miss it. From the French Quarter take the St Charles Street Car to Audubon Park and transfer to the free shuttle. From the Aquarium take the river boat cruise. Either way, you'll like the ride as much as anything else you do.
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Audubon Zoo
6500 Magazine St. New Orleans, Louisiana 70118
(504) 581-4629
New Orleans Museum of Art
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The New Orleans Museum of Art is at the end of Esplanade Avenue in City Park. At 1200 acres, it's the fifth-largest municipal park in the United States. The Museum collection comprises nearly 40,000 pieces. They include European painting and sculpture from the 16th through 20th centuries, American painting and sculpture from the 18th and 19th centuries, European and American prints and drawings, photography, Asian art with an emphasis on Japanese painting of the Edo period, European and American decorative arts including one of the largest glass collections in the United States, and ethnographic art including African, Oceanic, Pre-Columbian, and Native American. Among the Museum’s special collections are the jeweled treasures by Peter Carl Fabergé, on extended loan from the Matilda Geddings Gray Foundation, and the Latin American Colonial Art collection.The Museum has 46 permanent collection galleries and three changing exhibition spaces. It's a very nice museum. See their web page: http://www.noma.org/nomamain.htm
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New Orleans Museum of Art
1 Collins Diboll Circle New Orleans, Louisiana 70124
+1 504 488 2631
Mardi Gras
Attraction

What can I say except, do it before you die, and try not to die doing it. You can't stand still during Mardi Gras. The music and revelry are intoxicating. There are parades every day for the two weeks in advance of Fat Tuesday (47 days before Easter Sunday). Almost all stores are closed on Lundi Gras(Fat Monday) and Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday) but all the bars and restaurants are open. This can be a family experience as long as you keep the kids out of the Quarter. Catch the parades on St. Charles where things aren't as crazy, although you may still have to hide the little one's eyes occasionally. Almost every city on the Gulf Coast celebrates Mardi Gras, from Tampa to Mobile to Galveston, but none of them compare to New Orleans.
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Mardi Gras
1 Poydras St New Orleans, Louisiana 70130

New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival
Attraction * "New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival"

Usually held in late April and early May, this is one the the best, most entertaining festivals I have ever attended. Not only do you get to see some of the best jazz artists working, you will also see New Orleans local talent that is outstanding. My favorite is the Gospel tent, I could stay there all day. Many of the vendors are non-profit organizations. Their food is top notch and priced reasonably. The easiest way to get there (from the Quarter) is either by taxi or bus. Catch the bus at Tipitina's at 233 North Peters or from the Sheraton on Canal St. It will cost $10 round trip. See the web site: http://www.insideneworleans.com/ente...nt/nojazzfest/
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New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival
1205 North Rampart St New Orleans, Louisiana 70116
+1 504 522 4786
Tipitina's
Attraction

This is a great venue. It opened in 1998 and quickly became a New Orleans hot spot. They have a real nice brunch on Sundays (The food isn't as good as the food at Brennan's, but the music is.). Check out their web page: http://www.tipitinas.com
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Tipitina's
501 Napoleon Ave New Orleans, Louisiana 70115
+1 504 891 7996
House of Blues
Attraction

This is another great place to spend an evening. The music is always great and the food is very good. I have had trouble with service (only once) but I'd go back.
Cheer Flag by seattleite on September 10, 2000
House of Blues
225 Decatur St. New Orleans, Louisiana 70130
(504) 529-2624
Magazine Street
Attraction

This is Antique Row; the streets are lined with antique shops from Canal St to Audubon Park. You could spend two or three days shopping here. There are enough shops, from high priced to le junk, that bargains are surprisingly easy to find. There are great eats here. From Igor's Buddha Belly Burger Bar to Chez Nous Charcuterie, you are sure to find what you are craving. Check out the Bed and Breakfasts here: The McKendrick-Breaux House and The Muses are both affordable and elegant.
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Magazine Street
Magazine Street New Orleans, Louisiana 70130
+1 504 455 1224
Jackson Square
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My family and friends matter more than the rest of the world. At least to me they do.

This sort of study always makes me laugh. How do you find people to take this survey? By talking to people in public places. How about a study that shows people who talk to strangers and take surveys are generally happier than the people who walk by pretending not to see them?

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