Philosophy of Passion: Adaptive or Maladaptive?
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What is the common thread among the quotes provided by Bon Jovi, Tony Robbins, Steve Jobs, and Hegel?

  • The need for luck in achieving greatness
  • The role of passion in driving success (correct)
  • The significance of genius in accomplishing tasks
  • The importance of hard work in achieving success

    • According to the provided text, when did the scientific field of passion studies open up?

  • In 2003 (correct)
  • In the 18th century
  • In the time of ancient Greeks
  • In the 21st century

    • What is the main debate surrounding the concept of passion?

  • Whether passion is a trait or a skill
  • Whether passion is limited to work-related contexts
  • Whether passion is adaptive or maladaptive (correct)
  • Whether passion is necessary for success

    • What is the result of searching the phrase 'passion for work' on a search engine?

    <p>Millions of results</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the central theme of the provided text?

    <p>The role of passion in achieving success</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the implication of Steve Jobs' quote on passion?

    <p>That passion is necessary for building a successful company</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary distinction between emotion and passion according to Descartes?

    <p>Emotion is caused by the body, while passion is caused by the soul</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Dualistic Model of Passion, what is the primary effect of passion on an individual?

    <p>It pushes man to concentrate his energy on one object only</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is credited with the phrase 'Passion is a way of life'?

    <p>Hegel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between the interior emotions described by Ribot and Joussain and the concept of passion?

    <p>Interior emotions are caused by the body, while passion is caused by the soul</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of passion in relation to motivation?

    <p>Passion is a force that energizes and directs behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common characteristic of the negative perspective on passion?

    <p>Loss of reason and control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which philosopher believed that only another passion could control a passion?

    <p>Rousseau</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main idea of the dualistic form of passion?

    <p>Some passions are good and others are bad</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who questioned the role of reason in relation to passion?

    <p>Dewey</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Kierkegaard, what is the relationship between passion and existence?

    <p>To exist, one must have passion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who proposed that passions could interact among themselves, either crowding each other out or coexisting peacefully?

    <p>Joussain</p> Signup and view all the answers

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