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."
This post is a great reminder by Rousseau! I know I suffer a lot from focusing on how much money I am making and how much others have. In our society, it is hard to not be so materially minded, especially about monetary gain and value. I always have to remind myself that seeing my friends and family is more important than working all the time. Memories last a lot longer than money. However, if anyone wants to throw a couple million my way, I will not be sad!
ReplyDeleteAt first, I wanted to post about those who are trapped in poverty - raising a family on their own, only existing to earn a living and make sure that everyone survives from one day to the next. I know I often come off as a bleeding heart liberal in my posts, but I do think that this post fails to take into account that don't really have a choice in the matter. Also, "earning a living" is a bit of a fucked phrase, isn't it? Why should anyone have to "earn" a living? I could go on and rant about capitalism, but instead -
ReplyDeleteI've decided to give this message the benefit of the doubt and interpret it in a more positive manner. I would agree that this post is correct in it's message that making money isn't all that matters in life. It is unfortunately essential, and that's a whole conversation that I'm trying to avoid, but it is certainly not the point. To me, to be noble is to find the true meaning outside of money. This is difficult and a journey in itself, but I find it critical to have meaning outside the capacity to earn means.