Epicurus, a philosohper, believes that a simple virtous life is a meaningful one. People do not need alot of material thing to be happy. We can live happy lives by appreciating simple things that the Earth supplies instead of things man values like the latest cars, fancy houses, or name brand clothes.
Happiness and the meaning of life are related. How could one determine they are living with a purpose if thay are not happy? When you work hard to aquire material things does that insure happiness? NO. What would happen if you lost everything you obtained; is your life meaningless. OF COURSES NOT. Good health, a sound mind and a roof over your head is enough to lead to a happy life.
Someone that disagrees with me would say that peolpe who reside in a shack are not happy, or they would suggest happiness is not equated to a meaningful life. My answer includes questioning the reasons a person would choose to live in a shack. Are they avoiding abuse? maybe certain situations are chosen to dismiss others. WHO ARE WE TO JUDGE?? If happiness is not related to a meaningful life, than what is? I have determined that money is not everything but good healthy relationships are.
There is so much to consider in the meaning of life but the most important part is to not discredit happiness. What makes you happy and WHY?
Friday, June 20, 2008
Tuesday, June 3, 2008
Blog # 4 Definitions and Concepts
Concept 1
According to Frank Bruno, a psychologist, the feeling that the meaning of life is meaningless is a symptom of mental illness because the question only comes up when people are unhappy.
Problems from Philosophy acknowledges different issues may be at stake depending on why the question is asked.
Concept 2
GOD has a plan for us.
This idea help people see the big picture. The idea determines that people do not need to compare ourselves to the universe because GOD gives us value.
Definitions :
GOD-everything from an impersonal life-force to a benevolent, personal, almighty Creator.
(allaboutgod.com)
Life- the quality that distinguishes a vital and functional being from a dead
body.(webster)
Impersonal perspective- ones beliefs/ ideas. ( Nate Olson, St. Olaf College)
Skepticism- an attitude of doubt. (webster)
Death-The term ‘death’ is ambiguous. The ending of life is one
thing,and condition of having life over is another. ‘Death’ can refer to
either. (Stanford Encyclopedia)
Happiness-being at peace with oneself and the world. It happens when
your mind (intent), body (action)and spirit(conscience) vibrate in unison.
(The Happy Guy Blog)
According to Frank Bruno, a psychologist, the feeling that the meaning of life is meaningless is a symptom of mental illness because the question only comes up when people are unhappy.
Problems from Philosophy acknowledges different issues may be at stake depending on why the question is asked.
Concept 2
GOD has a plan for us.
This idea help people see the big picture. The idea determines that people do not need to compare ourselves to the universe because GOD gives us value.
Definitions :
GOD-everything from an impersonal life-force to a benevolent, personal, almighty Creator.
(allaboutgod.com)
Life- the quality that distinguishes a vital and functional being from a dead
body.(webster)
Impersonal perspective- ones beliefs/ ideas. ( Nate Olson, St. Olaf College)
Skepticism- an attitude of doubt. (webster)
Death-The term ‘death’ is ambiguous. The ending of life is one
thing,and condition of having life over is another. ‘Death’ can refer to
either. (Stanford Encyclopedia)
Happiness-being at peace with oneself and the world. It happens when
your mind (intent), body (action)and spirit(conscience) vibrate in unison.
(The Happy Guy Blog)
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