The good Life


The good Life


Humans have a tend to believe that getting wealthy and famous is the ultimate guarantee of a good and happy life. The theme of this Ted Talk is " What makes a Good Life?" Lessons from the oldest study on Happiness" by Robert. Waldinger, a researcher in one of Harvard's longest studies on human happiness, provides a presentation that debunks the widely held belief that having a joyful life necessitates wealth and tremendous achievement. Robert Waldinger delivers an excellent lecture with a clear perspective that everyone can relate to, helping them to adjust their ideas and make the best judgments possible in order to attain what ideally means living a good and happy life. 



According to Robert Waldinger, having a healthy connection makes people happier and healthier. The Harvard study disproves the generally accepted belief that money, fame, fortune and achievements ensure a happy life. In contrast, the human enjoyment is defined by social relationships with the people in their lives, including family, friends and even their community. People tend to feel lonely when they do not engage in positive relationships and connections, loneliness is detrimental to the human health.


Dedicating ourselves to loving others, our community, and something that gives us meaning is one way to bring meaning into our lives. Money and power, he claims, are not substitutes for tenderness. This indicates how we should reconsider our life objectives, cherish life a more, fix our connections with others, and give and accept love before it's too late. To have a happy life, you must learn to be self-satisfied and contented.

What does it even mean to have a meaningful life? Is it really important to have it? The positions we take on this issue has the ability to influence how we think and act on a daily basis. In the novel "Tuesdays with Morrie," Morrie, a sociology instructor, leaves after being diagnosed with ALS. He informs everyone about his life and death adventure, including Mitch, his favourite student. Mitch tells the life story and how he taught his final lesson about "the meaning of life." Morrie believes that the best way to achieve happiness in life is to give of ourselves to others. We are constantly immersed in the materialistic world, debating what to buy and get, yet these things aren't all that necessary in life. We should all prioritise our lives, be friendly to everyone, and express and receive love. To have a happy life, we must all learn to be satisfied and fulfilled with ourselves.


    

Finally, Robert Waldinger's description of human happiness has a significant influence on people's perceptions of what it takes to be happy. Having a lot of money and many achievements doesn't guarantee a happy life nor happiness. Healthy relationships and meaningful social bonds, are essential for people. While working hard to gain wealth, people should not overlook the importance of relationships and social experiences. If people want to be happy in life, they must nurture positive relationships and prevent any conflicts.



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