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The Pursuit of Happiness

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What is the main concern raised about pursuing happiness?

The concern is that happiness may be selfish or a bad idea.

What is another objection mentioned about being happy?

The objection is that it may not be possible to be happier due to the current state of the world.

What is the current global crisis mentioned in the text?

The global crisis mentioned is the COVID-19 pandemic.

How does the current state of the world affect happiness?

The current state of the world, being sad and anxious, makes it challenging to be happy. Signup and view all the answers

What do the studies show about life circumstances and happiness?

The studies show that life circumstances seem to have an impact on happiness. Signup and view all the answers

What is the question that arises when teaching about becoming happier?

Is it really a good idea to become happier? Signup and view all the answers

What do the studies suggest about the benefits of being happier?

Happiness tends to be correlated with all kinds of positive life outcomes. Signup and view all the answers

What are the two perspectives from which we want to solve certain things?

Economic perspective and public health perspective. Signup and view all the answers

What are some of the things we want people to have in order to be happier?

Employment, enough money, and good health. Signup and view all the answers

What is the assumption about people's happiness in relation to their life circumstances?

We often assume that if people have certain life circumstances, such as employment, enough money, and good health, they would be happier. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Happiness in Difficult Circumstances

The world's current state (e.g., COVID-19 crisis) can make it difficult to be happy due to feelings of sadness and anxiety.

Is Happiness a Good Idea?

Some question the value of pursuing happiness, thinking it might be selfish or unfeasible in a troubled world.

The Benefits of Happiness

Research shows that being happier is correlated with various positive life outcomes, including:
- Better economic outcomes (e.g., employment, sufficient money)
- Improved public health outcomes
Happiness tends to have a positive impact on aspects of life beyond just feeling good.

Challenging Assumptions

The assumption that solving economic and health issues will automatically lead to happiness is not entirely accurate.
Instead, happiness can precede and even contribute to achieving these desirable life outcomes.