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Course: Wireless Philosophy > Unit 9
Lesson 4: Is happiness just about feeling good?Opening self-reflection
Reflect on what brings you enjoyment.
Philosophers have been debating the nature of happiness for thousands of years. According to the ancient theory known as philosophical hedonism, happiness is about living the most enjoyable life you can.
Begin this lesson by taking a moment to reflect on the following questions:
- What would make your life most enjoyable?
- good friends and a loving family
- fame, fortune, and celebrity
- travel and exciting experiences
- success in your career
- constant partying
- Sometimes, enjoying yourself in the present moment means you’ll suffer more in the future. Here are some examples. Can you think of more?
- Overeating leads to stomach ache
- Skipping your study group to go to the movies leads you to fail your exam
- Entertaining your friends with a cruel joke leads to hurt feelings and remorse
Want to join the conversation?
Success in my career is the most meaningful thing to me.(2 votes)