8 Flashcards
poses an intriguing
question, to which everyone might probably respond simply and universally:
Mark Manson
happiness is liking and appreciating one’s life in ways that are demonstrated by
having enough fun and a strong sense of purpose.
Martin (2012),
frequently what constitutes a happy life
pursuit of pleasure and
meeting man’s wants and aspirations
made it clear that the terms
“good” and “right” share a connection in their
meanings, but they are by no means
interchangeable.
Traer (2007)
pertains to the correct
application of norms, premises, presuppositions,
rules, standards, or laws. It involves the fulfillment
of duties and the preservation of rights.
“right action”
relates to possessing character and
personal qualities that can be justified by rational
reasoning.
“good”
the comprehensibility of “good” hinges
on what is beneficial for the specific entity under consideration. Being “good”
involves nurturing character and cultivating relationships.
Aristotelean perspective,
in a natural ethicist’s viewpoint, “good” is that which aligns with
and is suitable for human nature.
Timbreza (2008),expounded by
Gripaldo (2013),
“the unexamined life is not worth living for,”
underscores the significance of introspection and self-awareness. It suggests that
a life devoid of self-reflection lacks value.
Socrates,
Eudaimonia serves as the essence of a fulfilling life. Leading a
happy life is synonymous with living a good life.
Aristotle.
characterizes the Good Life as a “desirable state”
marked by a “high standard of living,” reflecting the material and economic aspects
of life. This dimension suggests that pursuing a good life can involve the quest for
wealth, material possessions, or luxuries.
Steve Mueller.
presents a
distinctive perspective on life that revolves around the concept of authenticity
rather than the traditional notion of a “good life.” his focus shifts to how
we can lead an “authentic life,” which is characterized by the acknowledgment of
the inevitability of death. In this authentic existence, individuals are called to live in
alignment with their own choices and decisions, forming a life that is shaped by the
meaning and purpose they have defined for themselves.
Martin Heidegger,
profound influence on the way people perceive
and value various aspects of life, a phenomenon readily observable in society.
Modern technology
technology has fundamentally reshaped the way
individuals think and relate to the world around them.
modern era,
have become focal points for innovation and
change.
genetic engineering and fashion