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Tag: purpose

Live Long & Prosper

September 16, 2021September 16, 2021 ~ cafebedouin

"Behavioral scientists have spent a lot of time studying what makes us happy (and what doesn’t). We know happiness can predict health and longevity, and happiness scales can be used to measure social progress and the success of public policies. But happiness isn’t something that just happens to you. Everyone has the power to make … Continue reading Live Long & Prosper

!(Usefulness > Happiness)

November 23, 2018November 24, 2018 ~ cafebedouin

I keep seeing Darius Foroux's writing showing up as a Pocket recommendation through Firefox. Recently, "The Purpose Of Life Is Not Happiness: It’s Usefulness" was the top recommendation. It ends on this note: "Don’t take it too seriously. Don’t overthink it. Just DO something that’s useful. Anything." Being contrary, it reminded me of this famous … Continue reading !(Usefulness > Happiness)

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