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When I looked at the countries with "high happiness" or "well-being", almost all of them have strong social ties and community support, not just high bank balances. Norway, Denmark, and even small places like Iceland: yes, they have got money, but what stands out is trust, connection, and time to give. Shorter work weeks, strong public health, and safety nets give people the freedom to truly be there for one another, instead of being trapped in endless hustle
And you hit another important point: "abundance to share". Wealth that only isolates is not real abundance. When the system is constructed in such a way that you can afford to be generous (be it money, time, or care) everyone rises together. That is a kind of wealth that cannot be captured in any GDP stat
Yes - of course, but I think such things do not depend on what country you live in, but depend on yourself. A person with good financial strength may still be less generous in countries with high levels of happiness, and they may not support each other. It all depends on the individual and how they live their lives - being stingy or generous is something that isn't always measured by financial strength.
Having more money allows us to share with others and support more humanitarian causes - but I know that we all have differences that ultimately mean we're never equal. I still see many people struggling financially who are overlooked by their wealthy neighbors - while giving them a little won't bankrupt them.