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Happiness HU 300 Happiness "Happiness is a journey, not a destination; happiness is to be found along the way not at the end of the road, for then the journey is over and it's too late. The time for happiness is today not tomorrow." ~ Quoted by Paul H Dunn Philosophies of Happiness Hedonism-comes from the Greek word meaning “delight”. Aristippus believed that happiness is the sum total of all our pleasures. Epicureanism-named after the philosopher Epicurus. The belief is that pain is unavoidable. Go after pleasures that are attainable especially taking part in the humanities, art, music, theater and literature. Some believe it is similar to Hedonism but more modified. Stoicism Another Greek Philosophy Began by Zeno Its major points: “pain is inevitable and there is no sense trying to avoid it; happiness in not to be measured in terms of how much pain we manage to avoid, but how we respond to anything that happens.” Stoicism is rooted in reason (the ability to see things as they really are.) Eastern Philosophies Gandhi’s life illustrates the Hindu definition of happiness- achieving good karma from how you live your daily life. Buddhist view- two paths: 1. Hinayana Path (little ferry boat)- which means that one is primarily concerned with curbing desire and doing good deeds so you can achieve good karma. 2. Mahayana Path- (big ferryboat) the wider path to happiness, attainable by helping others find the way. Think of the Dali Lama. How do you define Happiness? Definition How does the definition of happiness change over a lifetime? Happiness Generally Though the definitions may vary, are there overall elements that are required for something to be considered happiness? The Story of Happiness How do our views of happiness reflect cultural myths? Pop Happiness Consider the mythic figures of celebrities in our culture. How is happiness defined by American media and advertising?