tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5546087929910256413.post4485778200923849039..comments2024-03-09T04:23:27.981-05:00Comments on fuzzyLogic Gamer: The How of Happiness ReviewAlice Changhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10012542046880714130noreply@blogger.comBlogger5125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5546087929910256413.post-66768477395688025102017-07-20T17:18:45.739-04:002017-07-20T17:18:45.739-04:00It's very sad that we as humans can't band...It's very sad that we as humans can't band together and work for the collective good, as there are worldwide atrocities and will always be, but if we can help others on an individual basis, it would at least make the world better for at least one person.<br /><br />i find the book fascinating b/c she used science that, on an empirical basis, backs up spiritual truths such as importance of being in the moment, helping others, fostering positive relationships, generosity, etc. So those who think spiritual truths are b.s., we have science to show that they ARE based on reality and they do work.<br /><br />when times are really rough, yes, people should still strive to be happy by getting help, relying on others for the time being, problem-solving and the like, b/c once they do become happy and move to a better situation, they in turn, can help others once they've empowered themselves, and so on and so forth. then by helping others, once this group gets better, then they can help others, in a positive cycle going forward!<br /> Alice Changhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10012542046880714130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5546087929910256413.post-43841911454300996782017-07-19T22:28:26.394-04:002017-07-19T22:28:26.394-04:00It's true, it is more difficult to keep your c...It's true, it is more difficult to keep your chin up when times are rough, the question to ask there is whether they should still try to achieve it or not. It's a difficult subject to answer, there isn't entirely a definite answer at the moment, because pulling that off can be very exhausting and demotivating.<br /><br />You raise a food point that religions do still do a lot of charity work, and I do agree we should stand to help those we can when they need it. it is a very important part to religion and I'm glad you mentioned it, I don't feel I got my point across particularly well there. I guess what I was trying to say is that whilst it is still a noble goal, whilst it is something we should be doing just because helping other's is very important to us as people, it is almost an impossible goal by virtue of that's just how life works. Life has it's high's and low's, and we simply got to accept that.<br /><br />-CheesusAlmightyCheesus Almightyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08255290967358321452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5546087929910256413.post-34720222429668950902017-07-18T21:49:01.501-04:002017-07-18T21:49:01.501-04:00I completely agree, there are very rare, incredibl...I completely agree, there are very rare, incredible people who, despite their awful environment, can be happy; we call these individuals resilient, and indeed, there are a lot of resilience studies out there.<br /><br />I think what the author is getting at is that if you're living in a war-torn zone where your life is at risk on a minute-by-minute basis, or in an incredibly abusive relationship where your life and safety is at risk and you're being sexually, physically and emotionally abused for most of the day, it's hard for most of us to be happy.<br /><br />However, the encouraging part of the book is that for most of us, who are fortunate enough to be in stable situations, we can be happy, even if we're not wealthy, married and so on and so forth. I think the book wants to outline the pitfalls of thinking that anyone can be happy, regardless of the situation. And even if lemons are thrown our way, we can still be happy, though it takes work.<br /><br />I agree, a lot of the world religions do see the dichotomy of good and evil, I think Buddhism really hones in on that idea, that there can be no good if there's no evil, but all major religions promote relieving suffering as one of the highest callings (i.e. charity, love, and so on and so forth), and that we must do everything to relieve suffering and abuse. The emphasis on kindness in major religions is at the forefront of their teachings, I feel.<br /><br />I find the book is a good starting point into looking into these questions of happiness, and I think it's important that anyone comes to their own conclusions,and not take any particular teachings at face value.<br /><br />I'll definitely look into your link!<br />Alice Changhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10012542046880714130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5546087929910256413.post-44140924579453716952017-07-18T21:09:34.721-04:002017-07-18T21:09:34.721-04:00As an aside, here is a resource for my second poin...As an aside, here is a resource for my second point ( https://youtu.be/bL8P6ZnGNQ0 ), the sources they have used can be found in the video description.<br /><br />CheesusAlmightyCheesus Almightyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08255290967358321452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5546087929910256413.post-62071619218326500602017-07-18T20:50:52.489-04:002017-07-18T20:50:52.489-04:00I won't claim to be an expert in Psychology, w...I won't claim to be an expert in Psychology, whilst I do find it fascinating, it's a hell of a big subject to just dive into, other interests withstanding. From what I do know however, this appears to be largly credible. lot's of studies have been performed in the pursuit of happiness, and it line's up nicely with what you talked about here.<br /><br />There are a couple things I disagree with however, you mentioned how people in unfortunate circumstances won't be able to find happiness, yet I feel, putting it rather bluntly, that this is somewhat misguided. A person can be homeless, terrified for their wellbeing, cold and uncomfortable on the concrete, and yet as they become more accustomed to their environment, they will still be able to find happiness. Just how the phrase "money doesn't buy you happiness" talk's about how even the richest man on earth will be no more happier than the average man, their problem's just become more trivial, a troubled man will find their happiness come's from the smallest if places people wouldn't usually think to look. Naturally someone who sleeps in their car is going to be less happy than someone who sleeps in a warm bed every night, but it doesn't mean that they can't enjoy life in circumstances like that.<br /><br />Secondly, you mentioned, how you put it, "the primary goal of all societies SHOULD be eradicating poverty and violence." Now in theory this sounds fantastic, nobody's causing trouble, there is no bad in the world, however I'd like to turn your attention to a lesson from religion teachings, Christianity to be precise, though I'm sure it shows up in other religion's as well. In a sentence, they believe that we must experience evil, if we are to recognise the good in the world. They believe in a necessary evil, that people need demon's for them to experience the good in life, because without the bad, everything become's mundane. (correlating to my other point) Without death, we wouldn't be able to appreciate life. Without poverty, we wouldn't be able to appreciate our well being. Without hatred there wouldn't be love. <br /><br />I have no doubt this book is a very good resource as a glimpse into psychology, everything else you written about it more than prove's that, I'll add it to my reading list for sure. However it is important we don't just take the author's word for it, instead questioning the book and comparing it to what we already believe, coming up with our own hypothesis's and beliefs on the matter.<br /><br />-CheesusAlmightyCheesus Almightyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08255290967358321452noreply@blogger.com