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What has significantly increased in attention over the last ten years according to the content?
What has significantly increased in attention over the last ten years according to the content?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a thematic classification in the course overview?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a thematic classification in the course overview?
What is the primary focus of a universal quest for meaning?
What is the primary focus of a universal quest for meaning?
Which aspect of happiness is considered to connect cultural influences as per the thematic classification?
Which aspect of happiness is considered to connect cultural influences as per the thematic classification?
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What concept is frequently contrasted with happiness in the course content?
What concept is frequently contrasted with happiness in the course content?
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How is happiness generally defined in the content provided?
How is happiness generally defined in the content provided?
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Which of the following questions was highlighted as a philosophical consideration in the thematic classification?
Which of the following questions was highlighted as a philosophical consideration in the thematic classification?
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Which of the following best describes well-being?
Which of the following best describes well-being?
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Which of the following is an expected outcome of the course?
Which of the following is an expected outcome of the course?
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In the context of happiness, what does 'doing happiness' imply?
In the context of happiness, what does 'doing happiness' imply?
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What emotional state does happiness NOT characterize?
What emotional state does happiness NOT characterize?
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What is the purpose of the World Happiness Report as mentioned in the overview?
What is the purpose of the World Happiness Report as mentioned in the overview?
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Which factor is NOT discussed in relation to the science of happiness?
Which factor is NOT discussed in relation to the science of happiness?
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Which concept is NOT directly related to well-being as described?
Which concept is NOT directly related to well-being as described?
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Which of the following strategies is NOT associated with increasing happiness?
Which of the following strategies is NOT associated with increasing happiness?
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What is one significant aspect of happiness in the content?
What is one significant aspect of happiness in the content?
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Which pair of terms contrasts with each other in the context of the content?
Which pair of terms contrasts with each other in the context of the content?
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Which of the following activities involves actively acknowledging what one values most?
Which of the following activities involves actively acknowledging what one values most?
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What is one benefit of savoring and replaying happy days?
What is one benefit of savoring and replaying happy days?
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Which strategy focuses on maintaining an optimistic mindset?
Which strategy focuses on maintaining an optimistic mindset?
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Regular meditation is primarily associated with which of the following benefits?
Regular meditation is primarily associated with which of the following benefits?
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What does living life as if it's your 'last month' encourage?
What does living life as if it's your 'last month' encourage?
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Committing acts of kindness is likely to result in which of the following outcomes?
Committing acts of kindness is likely to result in which of the following outcomes?
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Which of the following does NOT include a social component for increasing happiness?
Which of the following does NOT include a social component for increasing happiness?
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What is a primary focus of the 'Three Good Things' exercise?
What is a primary focus of the 'Three Good Things' exercise?
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Which of these is NOT identified as an indirect sign of unhappiness?
Which of these is NOT identified as an indirect sign of unhappiness?
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Which solution focuses on the importance of community and support?
Which solution focuses on the importance of community and support?
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What is the role of formal surveys in identifying unhappiness?
What is the role of formal surveys in identifying unhappiness?
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Which insight suggests that emotions can influence one another?
Which insight suggests that emotions can influence one another?
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Which aspect is emphasized as a method to improve self-care?
Which aspect is emphasized as a method to improve self-care?
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What does the 'Three Good Things' exercise encourage individuals to do in terms of reflection?
What does the 'Three Good Things' exercise encourage individuals to do in terms of reflection?
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What is considered a formal form of addressing unhappiness?
What is considered a formal form of addressing unhappiness?
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What is one of the aspects that department managers rate employees on after 3.5 years?
What is one of the aspects that department managers rate employees on after 3.5 years?
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What benefit is associated with happier employees according to the research?
What benefit is associated with happier employees according to the research?
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Which dimension is specifically indicated as a performance aspect that managers might assess?
Which dimension is specifically indicated as a performance aspect that managers might assess?
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How does happiness influence social relationships in the workplace?
How does happiness influence social relationships in the workplace?
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According to the studies referenced, what is one outcome of positive affect?
According to the studies referenced, what is one outcome of positive affect?
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What does the term 'hedonic adaptation' refer to in the context of happiness?
What does the term 'hedonic adaptation' refer to in the context of happiness?
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What implication does unhappiness have according to the information provided?
What implication does unhappiness have according to the information provided?
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What outcome is NOT associated with happy employees based on the findings?
What outcome is NOT associated with happy employees based on the findings?
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Study Notes
Happiness & Wellbeing
- Happiness is a state of well-being, contentment and pleasure
- Wellbeing is the state of being comfortable, healthy, or happy
- Wellbeing is the experience of health, happiness, and prosperity
Why are we Unhappy and How do we know it?
- Indirect signs of unhappiness include smiles, socialization, crying, sleep, isolation, lack of self confidence, addiction, negative emotions and lack of self care
- People avoiding socialization is another indirect sign
- Formal surveys, counselling cells, and mechanisms are direct ways to identify unhappiness
- Context specific indirect signs include mess record, class attendance, etc.
Why are we Happy?
- Expressing gratitude and appreciation can increase happiness
- Committing to significant life goals can increase happiness
- Practicing acts of kindness can increase happiness
- Coping well with adversity can increase happiness
- Practicing religion can increase happiness
- Meditating regularly can increase happiness
- Nurturing optimistic thinking can increase happiness
- Learning to forgive can increase happiness
- Savoring the moment can increase happiness
- Investing in relationships can increase happiness
- Engaging in physical activity or exercise can increase happiness
What happens when we are Happy?
- Being happy can lead to better performance in work
- Happy employees are rated higher on dimensions such as having useful ideas, high goals, paying attention to instructions and feedback, working well with others
- Happy people are physically healthier, accomplish more, offer creative ideas, help their colleagues, and garner social support
Happiness Interventions that Work
- Commitment to acts of kindness
- Counting blessings
- Savoring and replaying happy days
- Living life like it's the "last month"
- Making someone else happier
- Writing gratitude letters
- Visualizing the best possible future
Unhappiness Implications
- Interaction with loved ones can help
- Distraction from the problem can help
- Inclusion can help
- Confidence building can help
- Self care can help
- Temporary materialistic distraction can help
- Formal happiness courses can help
- Family level interaction can help
- Counselling and talking can help
- Problem solving can help
- Emotional support can help
- Support groups can help
Insights on Happiness
- Caring for others can help us identify if they are happy or unhappy
- Caring for others can help us make a change
- Network theories suggest that emotions are contagious
- We can make a difference if we formalize happiness practices and do things collectively
- It's important to consider why we want to make a difference, and whether it makes us feel happy, meaningful, or both
Summary: Schema (Isms and Orientations)
- Search
- Meaning
- Permanence/Impermanence
- Transcendence/Here and Now
- Stability/Solution/Resolution
- A life that is meaningful and happy
Quest for Meaning is Universal
- Often the search involves searching for immortality
- Across traditions and time, this involves searching for oneself - "doing happiness"
- Similar patterns exist - finally, it is about taking a stand in life and this defines who you are.
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Explore the concepts of happiness and wellbeing through this quiz. Understand the factors that contribute to unhappiness and happiness, and learn how to identify and enhance your emotional state. Test your knowledge on the indirect and direct signs of well-being.
