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18-Great-Mood-Quotes-About-Humor-to-Keep-You-Nice-and-Happy-Photo11A lot contributes to whether or not local residents consider themselves to be “happy” in any given country. Everything from the current economic situation to your lifestyle and your feelings of positivity regarding the future come into play. And of course, the weather plays a factor as well. So why does Colombia seem to always be at the top of this happiness list? Here are 9 reasons why Colombia is one of the happiest countries in the world—and why you should visit (or move) there immediately for a major dose of optimism.

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