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Finland's Secret to Happiness? You Have to Sweat for It [Ad-Free]

Inside the tradition that's been part of Finnish life for centuries.

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Jon Santiago
Apr 18, 2026
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When you think Finland, you think sauna.

There are an estimated 3 million saunas in this country of only 5.6 million people. From public bathhouses to seaside cottages, you can find them everywhere.

It makes you wonder: is extreme heat is the key to happiness in the world’s happiest country? In this latest video, I tried to answer that …

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