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."

Sunday, May 4, 2025

Keys to Happiness

An Ancient Key to Happiness You have to keep two things in check, say experts

This weekend, my colleagues at The New York Times Magazine are publishing a special issue all about happiness: how to define it, discover it and increase it.


In particular, I loved a quiz called, “What Makes You Happy?” I had fun answering the questions, but it also made me think.


It turns out that happiness can be grouped into two main categories, and the concept goes back to ancient Greece. One kind is called eudaemonic well-being, which you might think of as having meaning and purpose in your life. The other is called hedonic well-being, which means feeling pleasure and avoiding pain.


Both, researchers say, are important in order to thrive...

https://www.nytimes.com/2025/05/02/well/hedonic-eudaemonic-happiness.html?smid=em-share

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