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THE

GOOD
LIFE
At the end of this lesson, the
students should be able to:
what is meant by good life;
identify how humans attempt to
attain what is deemed to be a
OBJECTIVES
good life; and
recognize possibilities available
to human being to attain the
good life.
Introduction
In Ancient Greece, before the word “science” has
been coined, the need to understand the world and
reality was bound with the need to understand the
self and the good life.
Plato
The task of understanding the thing in the world runs
parallel with the job of truly getting into what will
make the soul flourish. To understand the reality and
the external world, man must seek to understand
himself too.
Aristotle gave definitive distinction between the
theoretical and practical sciences.

Aristotle

Theoretical Sciences Practical Sciences

Logic, Biology, Physics, Ethics and Politics


Metaphysics, among others.

TRUTH GOOD
What does it really
mean to live a good
life? What qualifies as
good existence?
ARISTOTLE
AND HOW WE ALL ASPIRE FOR A
GOOD LIFE
Aristotle, the first philosopher who
approached the problem of reality from a
“scientific” lens , is also the first thinker
who dabbled into the complex
problematization of the end goal of life:
HAPPINESS.
Plato, who thought that things in this world
are not real and are only copies of the real in
the world of forms.
Aristotle puts everything back to the ground
in claiming that this world is all there is to it
and that this world is the only reality we
can all access.
For Plato
change is so perplexing that it can be only make
sense if there are two realities: the 𝒘𝒐𝒓𝒍𝒅 𝒐𝒇 𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒎𝒔
and the 𝒘𝒐𝒓𝒍𝒅 𝒐𝒇 𝒎𝒂𝒕𝒕𝒆𝒓.
He recognized change as a process and as a
phenomenon that happens in the world, that in
fact, it is constant.
However, he also claims that despite the reality
of change, things remain and retain their
ultimate “whatness”
For Plato

𝒘𝒐𝒓𝒍𝒅 𝒐𝒇 𝒎𝒂𝒕𝒕𝒆𝒓 𝒘𝒐𝒓𝒍𝒅 𝒐𝒇 𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒎𝒔


things are the entities are only copies of
changing and impermanent the ideal and the models and
the 𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒎𝒔 are the only real
entities.

Things are red in this world because they


participate in what it means to be red in
the 𝒘𝒐𝒓𝒍𝒅 𝒐𝒇 𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒎𝒔
Aristotle
He disagreed with his teacher’s position and forwarded the
idea that there is no reality over and above what the
senses can perceive.
Change is a process that is inherent in things. We, along
with the other entities in the world, start as potentialities
and move toward actualities.
Human beings are potentialities who aspire for their
actuality.
Every action that emanates from a human person is a
function of the purpose (telos) that the person has.
Aristotle
According to Aristotle, every human person aspires
for an end, Happiness or human flourishing.

Aristotle actually means human flourishing, a kind


of contentment in knowing that one is getting the
best out of life. A kind of feeling that one has
maxed out his potentials in the world, that he has
attained the crux of his humanity.
HAPPINESS
AS THE GOAL OF
A GOOD LIFE
In the 18th century, John Stuart Mill declared the Greatest
Happiness Principle by saying that an action is right as far as
it maximizes the attainment of happiness for the greatest
number of people.

Mill said that individual happiness of each individual should be


prioritized and collectively dictates the kind of action that
should be endorsed. When an action benefits the greatest
number of people, said action is deemed ethical.
Ethical meant to lead us to the good and happy life.

Throughout the years, man has constantly struggled


with the external world in order to reach human
flourishing.

History has given birth to different schools of


thought, all of which aim for the good and happy life.
Materialism
- It is a philosophy that places a high
value on objects, usually considering
them more valuable than experiences

What is
or personal experiences.

Materialism?
- It is a belief that buying
possessions is not just important,
but a key to happiness in life.
How
Materialism
Contribute To
a Good and
Happy Life?
Materialism can contribute to a
good life in a various ways:
1. Comfort and Convenience
Material possessions can provide comfort and convenience in our
daily lives. For example, having a comfortable home, a reliable
vehicle, or modern appliances can enhance our overall well-being.
2. Basic Needs
Material possessions fulfill our basic needs, such as food, clothing,
and shelter. Having access to these necessities is essential for a
good life.
3. Safety and Security
Material possessions, such as a home security system
or insurance coverage, can contribute to our sense of
safety and security, allowing us to live without constant
worry or fear.
4. Opportunities for Growth
Material resources, such as books, educational tools, or
technology, can provide opportunities for personal
growth, learning, and skill development.
5. Self-Expression
Material possessions can be a form of self-expression,
allowing us to showcase our personality, interests, and
creativity through fashion, art, or home decor.

6. Social Status
Material possessions can influence our social status
and how others perceive us. This can lead to increased
opportunities, respect, and social connections.
7. Experiences and Travel
Material wealth can enable us to afford experiences
and travel opportunities that broaden our horizons,
create lasting memories, and contribute to personal
growth.
8. Health and Well-being
Material resources, such as access to healthcare,
fitness equipment, or nutritious food, can contribute to
our physical and mental well-being, promoting a good
life.
9. Philanthropy and Generosity
Material wealth can provide the means to support
charitable causes, help others in need, and make a
positive impact in the world, leading to a sense of
fulfillment and purpose.

10. Financial Security


Material possessions, such as savings, investments, or
property, can provide financial security and stability,
reducing stress and allowing us to plan for the future.
Hedonism
Ø Is a philosophical doctrine which originated from ancient
Greece. It comes from the Attic - Greek word hedone, which
means “pleasure”.
Ø The belief that pleasure is the most important thing in life.
Ø The mantra of this school of thought is the famous “Eat, drink
and be merry for tomorrow we die.”
Ø Led by Epicurus, this school of thought also does not buy any
notion of afterlife just like the materialists.
HEDONIST
Ø a person who believes that
the pursuit of pleasure is the
most important thing in life.
Ø for them, life is about
obtaining and indulging
pleasure because life is
limited.
Stoicism
STOICISM TEACHES THE DEVELOPMENT OF SELF-CONTROL AND
FORTITUDE AS A MEANS OF OVERCOMING DESTRUCTIVE EMOTIONS,
THE PHILOSOPHY HOLDS THAT BECOMING A CLEAR AND UNBIASED
THINKER ALLOWS ONE TO UNDERSTAND THE UNIVERSAL REASON
(LOGOS).

STOICISM IS A SCHOOL OF PHILOSOPHY THAT HAILS FROM ANCIENT


GREECE AND ROME IN THE EARLY PARTS OF THE 3RD CENTURY, BC.
IT IS A PHILOSOPHY OF LIFE THAT MAXIMIZES POSITIVE EMOTIONS.
REDUCES NEGATIVE EMOTIONS AND HELPS INDIVIDUALS TO HONE
THEIR VIRTUES OF CHARACTER.
“What do I
want out of
life?"
Stoicism was an ancient school of
philosophy that taught a particular way of
living. Its principal focus was how to live a
virtuous life, to maximize happiness and
reduce negative emotions. Its value has
been tried and tested over much of human
history by renown individuals like George
Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Arianna
Huffington, Tom Brady, Tim Ferriss and
more.
Stoic philosophy started with Zeno of
Citium. Having shipwrecked near Athens,
he turned his misfortune into an
opportunity by taking advantage of all

Zeno of
the philosophical resources available in
the city. He sat in on lectures from the
other schools of philosophy (eg..

Citium
Cynicism, Epicureanism) and eventually
started his own. He would teach his
theory on the Stoa Poikile ( a famously
painted porch in Athens), and it is from
this Greek word for porch “stoikos” that
term Stoicism came.

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