Sustainable Happiness Module 01

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What does the term 'self-sufficiency' imply about a person's needs?

A person seeks constant help from others.
A person can fulfill their needs independently. (correct)
A person must always focus on material wealth.
A person relies heavily on external support.

Which of the following best defines sustainable happiness?

Happiness derived from excessive material wealth.
Happiness that is unaffected by global issues.
Happiness that depends on continuous consumption.
Happiness rooted in personal and collective autonomy. (correct)

What fundamental question helps in prompting a lifestyle change for sustainable happiness?

What do I need to buy to be happy?
How can I achieve social status?
Who can I blame for my unhappiness?
What can I change to lead to sustainable happiness? (correct)

Which of the following statements aligns with the idea presented by Henry Ford?

Believing in oneself is essential for personal achievement. (D) Signup and view all the answers

How has globalization affected people's perception of development since the late 2000s?

It has caused discontent with traditional development views. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a suggested activity to build understanding of personal strength?

Reflect on enjoyable activities. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes a self-sustaining entity?

It can maintain itself indefinitely. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of sustainable happiness?

Contributing to individual and collective well-being without exploitation (A) Signup and view all the answers

Who developed the concept of sustainable happiness?

O’Brien (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors does sustainable happiness NOT directly depend on?

Material expansion. (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does sustainable happiness relate to global actions?

It acknowledges that actions in one location can affect others globally. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following aspects is NOT highlighted by sustainable happiness?

The pursuit of happiness without any restrictions (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does sustainable happiness encourage at the community level?

Considering various indicators of well-being for sustainable happiness. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is one potential outcome of embracing sustainable happiness?

A more sustainable lifestyle and greater life satisfaction. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the relationship emphasized by sustainable happiness?

Interconnectedness with other people, species, and the environment. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does sustainable happiness aim to generate discussion about?

The potential contributions to sustainability through happiness research. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which element is considered more significant for happiness according to the content?

Freedom of choice (A) Signup and view all the answers

What term describes how people experience and evaluate their lives?

Subjective well-being (D) Signup and view all the answers

What components are combined to create the Happy Planet Index (HPI)?

Life satisfaction, life expectancy, ecological footprint (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following domains is NOT monitored by Bhutan’s Gross National Happiness Index (GNH)?

Technological advancement (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of theories allows for benefits to exist independent of a person's subjective attitudes?

Objective list theories (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately describes the relationship between intentional behavior and well-being?

Intentional behavior can enhance well-being. (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does improved physical well-being relate to emotional well-being?

Improved physical well-being is associated with improved emotional well-being. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which factor does NOT contribute to an individual's happiness level according to the sustainable happiness model?

Random chance events (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does resilience contribute to, according to the content?

Increased immunity and reduced stress (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is necessary for less happy individuals to improve their happiness according to the content?

They need to learn and practice effortful strategies. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is one aspect where different types of well-being are often interlinked?

Better economic well-being generally leads to improved emotional well-being. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of well-being mentioned?

Social well-being (B) Signup and view all the answers

According to the content, which outcome is NOT linked to the journey toward happiness?

Increased genetic predisposition to happiness (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of these is an essential aspect of life shifts necessary for improving happiness?

Considerable motivation and effort (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which theory of well-being focuses on subjective mental states?

Both B and C (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the sustainable happiness model emphasize as variable in determining happiness levels?

Intentional activities (D) Signup and view all the answers

What primarily accounts for differences in individuals' levels of happiness?

People's subjective experiences and interpretations (C) Signup and view all the answers

How do happy people typically respond to feedback about their peers?

They are less sensitive to it (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common behavior of unhappy people when they receive negative feedback?

They feel positive if a peer performed worse (C) Signup and view all the answers

In terms of processing life events, how do happy and unhappy people differ according to research?

Happy people view events as more favorable overall (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors explains the variation in people's level of well-being?

Subjective experience of interpreting the environment (A) Signup and view all the answers

What do research findings suggest about the effect of social comparison on happy individuals?

They do not let social comparisons affect their confidence (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common characteristic of how happy individuals view their realities?

They interpret situations more positively (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a factor that contributes to happiness?

Education level (D) Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Sustainable Happiness Overview

Sustainable happiness promotes individual, community, and global well-being without harming others or the environment.
Concept developed by O’Brien in 2005 to highlight the impacts of pursuing happiness at various levels.
Pursuit of happiness can have short-term and long-term effects on people and the environment.

Implications of Sustainable Happiness

Links happiness to sustainability, emphasizing interdependence among individuals and communities.
Encourages daily decision-making that considers social, environmental, and economic well-being.

Individual and Community Actions

Sustainable happiness guides personal actions and community wellbeing toward collective sustainability.
Recognizes interconnectedness among humans, species, and the natural environment.

Pathways to Sustainable Happiness

Encourages lifestyle changes for greater happiness and life satisfaction through simple pleasures.
Reflects on personal strengths to promote autonomy and self-sustainability.

Global Context of Sustainable Happiness

Challenges mass production and consumption as pathways to happiness, linking quality of life directly to material expansion.
Advocacy for optimism and resilience as vital components of a happy life.
Subjective well-being is often measured through self-reported experiences and relates to mental, physical, economic, and emotional states.

Understanding Well-Being

Positive well-being influences ethical considerations in decision-making.
Correspondence among different types of well-being, e.g., physical health linked to emotional well-being.
Subjective vs. objective theories of well-being, with the former relying on personal attitudes and the latter on external beneficial states.

Metrics of Sustainable Happiness

Happy Planet Index (HPI): Combines life satisfaction, life expectancy, and ecological footprint measures.
Bhutan's Gross National Happiness Index (GNH): Encompasses nine domains to monitor well-being through extensive surveys.

Factors Influencing Happiness

Individuals return to a characteristic happiness set-point, influenced by intentional behaviors and life circumstances.
Life shifts require motivation and effort to improve well-being, with strategies promoting happiness.

Psychological Research on Happiness

Objective circumstances like marital status, age, and income do not solely determine happiness; subjective experience plays a significant role.
Happy individuals tend to interpret experiences positively, whereas unhappy individuals may view similar events negatively.

Adaptive Strategies of Happy People

Happy individuals exhibit positive construal of life events, perceiving them more favorably than unhappy counterparts.
Social comparison in happy individuals shows resilience, as performance feedback does not affect their self-esteem significantly.
Unhappy individuals may feel joy from relative performance comparisons but suffer from lower self-esteem when facing unfavorable feedback.

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