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."

Tuesday, August 27, 2024

Happy lessons

This is Robert Waldinger.

The man behind the world's longest-running study on happiness:

This was the famous Harvard's 84-year-old Study of Adult Development.

Here are 7 surprising (life-changing) lessons from the study to help you live a happier life:
(A Thread)🧵

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