PHYSICS 102 Lecture Notes - Lecture 2: Autotelic, New Thought, Eudaimonia
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Definition a domain of psychology that focuses on eudaimonia (happiness and welfare) and the factors that contribute the most to a well-lived and fulfilling life". Religions believe that a divine figure is responsible for our happiness. Recent influence new thought and positive thinking. Hobbsian reality believed humans are intrinsically bad (life is short, brutish and nasty: need a good work ethic in order to live a good life. Promotion of agency we are responsible for our happiness. Humanistic psychology (e. g. maslow hierarchy of needs: focus on positive human nature, self-actualizing tendency, strive toward fulfilment, meaning, inner peace and happiness. Pleasant life (life of enjoyment) - small pleasures of everyday life. Broaden and build theory when experiencing positive experiences, opens our. Transient, least important awareness -> leads to better problem solving: the good life (life of engagement) having aspects of your life you are happy with. Talents and skills (flow: the meaningful life (life of affiliation) using positivity within a community.
