Or maybe just how people turn out to be when they're not constantly competing in a cutthroat environment.

I'm guessing working for a credit union is a textbook example of a stable company.

I work at a similar company. You won't find it if you chase the money/prestige.

A lot of european companies are like this (in the wealthier countries at least). Even offices of multinationals tend to be like this. Work/Life balance is taken very seriously.