Many polls indicate Alaska as one of the "happiest" states in the US. I would argue that it is what you make of the light and/or activity level that makes a big

Many polls indicate Alaska as one of the "happiest" states in the US. I would argue that it is what you make of the light and/or activity level that makes a bigger difference. I live in Fairbanks, Alaska, and we have very minimal sun for half the year (3.5 hours at the solstice). Then you don't see darkness from ~April to ~August. Those who bundle up and get out regularly (ski/ice skate/play hockey/fat bike/walk/dog sled/watch northern lights) enjoy even the -40 degree dark winters.