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."

Monday, April 1, 2024

"Niksen"

Niksen is a Dutch wellness trend that quite literally means "doing nothing".

It first caught the attention of the world in 2019 as a way to manage stress or recover from burnout.

At the time, many people were complaining about exhaustion and depression caused by overwork and were looking for solutions.

Whereas mindfulness is about being present in the moment, niksen is more about carving out time to just be, letting your mind wander wherever it wants to go.

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