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Do people really want to be happy? Are people really allowed to be happy? Will society allow happniess?
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Originally posted by Gale17
Do people really want to be happy?
Are people really allowed to be happy?
Will society allow happniess?
I believe to be truly happy, you have to be content with who you are, not with how much or what you have. Like Zantra said, some people are given everything that they could possibly want or need, yet they still manage to find a way to be unhappy.
ok, well, that kind of follows my last two questions, about being allowed to be happy. Like, what if a person who has all that feels guilty for being happy, because they have all that? and they feel guilty because of the way they've grown up in society. To me it seems like people who have everything shouldn't be happy. I don't know.
maybe I'm confused?...?
Personal happiness may not be the end all be all, but if it isn't a goal in your life...how the hell can you expect to enjoy life? There is NOTHING wrong with setting goals.Happiness shouldn't be a major goal in anyone's life. Happiness is fleeting, and is based on circumstances, and it is foolish and potentially fatal to raise the idea of 'happiness' up on a pedestal. 'Happiness' is the cause of most of societies problems. We put happiness over common sense, over the feelings of others, over practicality, ahead of our long-term health and well being. The goal should be stability and mental health, not happiness.
False. That just lacks logic. Name a society that's really happy, yet the society is completely overwhelmed with problems? Better yet.. name a society that's full of pissed off and depressed people, yet they are all in a good way(productive, healthy etc.).'Happiness' is the cause of most of societies problems.
This is where I will give you a bit of credit. It's still misleading, but atleast I see the logic you were using.We can't be happy all the time, and if you try to be, you wind up indulging in alcohol, drugs, random sexual encounters, compulsive eating or spending, etc. When you get ahold of emotional health, you can appreciate the good times, and deal with the bad times. If you make such a big deal about happiness, you set yourself up for a roller coaster ride through life; huge highs, and deep despair.
"Happiness" is treated like it is a destination, I guess, and I think you should be more worried about the journey. You should figure out what is good for you, overall, and pursue that, rather than chase after being happy.Originally posted by Gale17
hmm interesting opinions zero... i'll need to think about all that some more though. So, how about instead of happiness a person pursued contentment? would that be better? worse? no difference?
And how about unhappiness? what if a life goal was just not to be unhappy? problems with that? I have problems seeing a point in doing something that would actually make me unhappy, or at least with the unhappyness outweighed the happiness.
And what about doing what you want, and only what you want? Or even, just not doing what you don't want?
Also, happiness vs mental/ emotional health? well, i think if you were happy 24/7 emotional health'd be a-ok, mental may be a bit off, but i think i might pay that price for constant happiness... but i dunno...
Forgetful is the answer, the question is, why is it wrong in context to which we speak. There is only one way to answer this. To find the answer do you really need to forget your life, and the things and people in it?
In society, happiness is often defined as a state of well-being and contentment. It can also refer to the overall satisfaction and fulfillment one experiences in their life.
Society plays a significant role in creating an environment that allows for happiness to thrive. Factors such as access to resources, social norms, and cultural values can all impact an individual's ability to experience happiness.
Societal norms and expectations can heavily influence an individual's perception of happiness and what is considered acceptable. For example, societal pressure to conform to certain standards or achieve certain goals can create a barrier to happiness for some individuals.
Yes, societal structures and systems, such as government policies, economic systems, and social institutions, can have a significant impact on an individual's ability to experience happiness. For instance, a lack of access to healthcare or education can hinder one's overall well-being and happiness.
Creating a society that allows for happiness involves promoting equality, providing access to basic needs and resources, and fostering a culture of acceptance and support. This can be achieved through advocating for systemic changes and promoting individual well-being and mental health.