Are You In Search Of Happiness ?

How would you define the search for happiness?

 

 

HAPPINESS Is Nothing But a STATE Of MIND

I can define it as the search for events or things which cause a state of pleasure, filled with joyous sensations in body and brain, but it can also hurt. It can also be about having inner tranquilly, feeling in control of your life, or belonging to something greater. We now understand that specific chemicals in the brain, especially an elevated amount of a so-called neurotransmitter, are what causes these feelings. Dopamine is necessary for normal function of the central nervous system. The search of happiness is a hunt for dopamine. It is released when we are in love, when we eat, after physical activities.

Evolution uses happiness as a medicine to help us adapt and survive. It symbolizes a system within us that can be exploited, causing us to act dangerously stupid or like a herd of animals that can be transformed into both heroes and monsters (during romantic encounters, in religious circumstances, as hooligans, as fans of an idol, as nationalists, as soldiers, at shopping malls, etc.).

Happiness is not a destination. It is a state of mind. Happiness is more often in the doing; whether it’s a purpose that bring you happiness or living life in the moment. What makes people happy varies from year to year and even from day to day. As we gain experience, the things that make us happy will change as well.

Add to this that happiness is not an absolute or even singular sensation. It is possible to be happy and sad at the same time. Happiness is more of a flavour or seasoning to the meal rather than the dish itself.

 Happiness is our own perception of life to a feeling we connect to , to make us feel like we belong. Psychologists and other social scientists typically use the term 'subjective well-being' when they talk about this emotional state. The ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle made a distinction between two different kinds of happiness: Hedonia and Eudaimonia.

 

 What are the two perspectives to happiness?

In Psychology, there are two popular conceptions of happiness: Hedonic and Eudaimonic. Hedonic happiness is achieved through experiences of pleasure and enjoyment, while eudaimonic happiness is achieved through experiences of meaning and purpose. More recently, psychologists have suggested the addition of the third component that relates to engagement. These are feelings of commitment and participation in different areas of life.

Hedonia: Hedonic happiness is derived from pleasure. It is most often associated with doing what feels good, self-care, fulfilling desires, experiencing enjoyment, and feeling a sense of satisfaction.

Eudaimonia: This type of happiness is derived from seeking virtue and meaning. Important components of eudaimonic well-being including feeling that your life has meaning, value, and purpose. It is associated more with fulfilling responsibilities, investing in long-term goals, concern for the welfare of other people, and living up to personal ideals.

Two key components of happiness (or subjective well-being) are:

    The balance of emotions: Everyone experiences both positive and negative emotions, feelings, and            moods. Happiness is generally linked to experiencing more positive  feelings than negative.

    Life satisfaction            : This relates to how satisfied you feel with different areas of your life                    including your relationships, work, achievements, and other things that you  consider important.

 

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