On Purpose. In a new University of Cambridge study, researchers found that, even more than happiness, something called "eudaimonia'' is a predictor of better academic performance among teens. In the study, students with high levels of eudaimonia scored significantly higher than their peers on various academic tests. The study defined eudaimonia as "functioning well," but in an interview, author Tania Clarke elaborated: "It's about having the opportunity to understand what purpose in life feels like for you and having opportunities to cultivate your unique personal strengths and talents." Other sources describe eudaimonia as "a combination of well-being, happiness and flourishing." We've said it before: a little purpose goes a long way.
Successor site to the Philosophy of Happiness blog (http://philoshap.blogspot.com/) that supported PHIL 3160 at MTSU, 2011-2019. The course returns Fall 2025.
PHIL 3160 – Philosophy of Happiness
What is it, how can we best pursue it, why should we? Supporting the study of these and related questions at Middle Tennessee State University and beyond. "Examining the concept of human happiness and its application in everyday living as discussed since antiquity by philosophers, psychologists, writers, spiritual leaders, and contributors to pop culture."
Wednesday, July 19, 2023
something called “eudaimonia''
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