My son called from university to tell me he’d decided to drop college because it isn’t making him happy. He is 20 years old and whether something makes him happy or not seems to be his primary criterion for decision-making. I wanted to explain that happiness isn’t a reliable compass for navigating life, that sometimes… Sigue leyendo "The history of happiness
We’ve spent roughly 2,500 years systematically misunderstanding what happiness actually is, and the we’re still getting it wrong, only now we’re doing it with better graphics and free two-day shipping. The ancient Greeks, the people who gave us democracy and philosophy, had this concept they called eudaimonia. It’s usually translated as “happiness,” which is like… Sigue leyendo "A brief history of happiness
About the author Jonny Thomson works as a philosophy writer and educator. He contributes regularly to Big Think, a popular online platform that shares ideas from experts across various fields. Thomson brings philosophical concepts to everyday readers through his accessible writing style. His work often examines how ancient philosophical wisdom applies to modern life challenges.… Sigue leyendo "I think happiness is a smiling soul
About the author Roy M. Goodman (1930-2014) was an American politician who served as a New York State Senator from 1969 to 2002. Born into a wealthy family with strong political connections, Goodman built his reputation through public service. As a Republican representing Manhattan’s “Silk Stocking” district, Goodman stood out for his moderate views. He… Sigue leyendo "Happiness is a way of travel
I’ve searched for what makes life worth living through books, podcasts, and expert advice, but somehow, I still felt lost. Then I wondered: What if I asked real people instead of experts? So I turned to Reddit, where strangers speak raw truths they might not share with friends. I combed through hundreds of comments about… Sigue leyendo "¿Qué hace que la vida merezca la pena? Las 20 cosas más significativas según Reddit
Ralph Waldo Emerson, un nombre que resuena en los pasillos de la investigación intelectual, fue más que un mero ensayista o poeta. Se convirtió en el faro de un movimiento filosófico conocido como Trascendentalismo. Imagínate a Emerson: un hombre con ojos que albergaban tanto la sabiduría de los antiguos sabios como la curiosidad de un niño. Su viaje comenzó en... Sigue leyendo "El objetivo de la vida no es ser feliz
Will Durant, un nombre grabado en los anales de la exploración intelectual, fue algo más que un mero historiador. Nacido el 5 de noviembre de 1885 en la pintoresca localidad de North Adams, Massachusetts, se embarcó en una búsqueda vitalicia para desentrañar el tapiz de la existencia humana. Imagina a Durant como un alquimista literario, con la pluma mojada en la tinta... Sigue leyendo "La felicidad está en hacer cosas
John Stuart Mill was more than a philosopher—he was a symphony of thought, an architect of ideas. His life unfolded against the backdrop of a reforming 19th century, where ink flowed like rivers and minds ignited like constellations. Imagine young John, perched in his father’s study—a strict disciplinarian who nurtured his intellect. By age eight,… Sigue leyendo "Las únicas personas que son verdaderamente felices
Zat Rana, filósofo y escritor moderno, teje sus ideas en la intersección de la ciencia, el arte y los negocios. Su lienzo es Design Luck, donde da pinceladas de sabiduría, invitando a los lectores a construir vidas más ricas. Pero, ¿quién es este enigmático pensador y qué le ha llevado a destilar verdades tan profundas? Nacido en la era digital,... Sigue leyendo "La felicidad no consiste en un estado de euforia constante
Mahatma Gandhi, was a remarkable figure who etched his legacy into the annals of history. His life was a tapestry woven with threads of resilience, compassion, and unwavering commitment to justice. Gandhi, affectionately known as the Mahatma (which translates to “Great Soul”), emerged as a beacon of hope during India’s struggle for independence from British… Sigue leyendo "La felicidad es cuando lo que piensas
