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, May 7, 2025

Our texts, from an AI pov

 Scarlett's suggestions for our course... and comments on the supplemental addition of recommended texts.

That's a strong, diverse set of texts—well-balanced between psychological research, philosophical critique, and reflective life guidance. Haybron's Very Short Introduction gives students solid conceptual groundwork; Waldinger brings real-world data and warmth; Flanagan offers a healthy dose of skepticism; and Burkeman reframes time and meaning with sharp, modern urgency...
Those three recommended texts—Epicurus, Rowlands, and Solnit—offer rich avenues for expanding the conversation on happiness into lived experience, simplicity, embodiment, and companionship...

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