GRD106 - Happiness and Wellbeing: Etymology of Happiness

RockStarTone avatar
RockStarTone
·
·
Download

Start Quiz

Study Flashcards

10 Questions

What does the Old Norse word 'hap' generally refer to?

Positive circumstances

How is happiness described in terms of emotional and mental state?

Feelings of joy, contentment, and satisfaction

In Positive Psychology, how is happiness typically linked to personal achievements?

Happiness can result from personal achievements

How is happiness often defined in positive psychology?

A subjective and positive emotional state

What does the study of happiness primarily focus on in the context of positive psychology?

Subjective well-being and life satisfaction

According to Mariam Webster's online dictionary, happiness is described as?

A pleasurable or satisfying experience

What does happiness represent for Emily in the text?

A broader concept associated with a well-lived life

How is Emily's happiness linked to her immediate actions?

It is tied to her interactions with patients and colleagues at the hospital

What contributes to Emily's overall well-being outside of work according to the text?

Maintaining a supportive social network and practicing self-care

How does the text describe Emily's interactions at work?

Joyful and fulfilling

Explore the origins of the word 'happiness' and how it evolved from the Old Norse term 'hap' meaning good luck or fortune. Discover how the term 'happiness' emerged in the English language during the 16th century.

Make Your Own Quizzes and Flashcards

Convert your notes into interactive study material.

Get started for free

More Quizzes Like This

Use Quizgecko on...
Browser
Browser