M4S2 Flashcards
(31 cards)
What is flourishing in human endeavors?
Flourishing is the highest good and the ultimate aim of all human actions.
What does flourishing mean in ancient philosophy?
It refers to living the best life through excellent human activity, also known as Eudaimonia.
Who defined the well-lived life as Eudaimonia?
Ancient philosophers, according to Ceslas Spicq.
What is Eudaimonia translated to?
Flourishing or happiness.
What is the Stoic Happiness Triangle?
It explains core Stoic teachings on how to achieve flourishing.
What book features the Stoic Happiness Triangle?
The Little Book of Stoicism.
According to Stoics, how can true flourishing be achieved?
By living a life separate from fickle emotions.
First part of the Stoic Happiness Triangle?
Live with Areté: Be your best version in the here and now.
Second part of the Stoic Happiness Triangle?
Focus on What You Control: Focus on things within your control.
Third part of the Stoic Happiness Triangle?
Take Responsibility: Take responsibility for your own life and responses.
What is Immanuel Kant’s vision of ethics?
Ethics should be based on duty, not individual flourishing or happiness.
According to Kant, what is the highest good?
The attainment of both virtue and happiness at the same time.
Is there a necessary connection between virtue and happiness, according to Kant?
No, virtue and happiness are not always connected.
What does Kant say about happiness?
Happiness is important but not the sole measure of ethical decisions.
How does Kant define real well-being?
By cultivating good will with the world, not focusing solely on happiness.
How is Kant’s ethics described?
It can be seen as a form of egoistic hedonism (hedonistic egoism).
What is Kant’s view on happiness?
Happiness is a desired end, with other things being means to achieve it.
How does Kant describe happiness in relation to peace of mind?
Happiness is tranquility of mind or ataraxia.
How does Kant define virtues?
Virtues are rational behaviors that lead to Eudaimonia.
How does Kant view virtues in relation to happiness?
Virtues are means to happiness, chosen for pleasure.
What is Epicurus’ view on actions?
Actions should be measured by the happiness or pleasure they produce.
How does Epicurus define happiness?
Happiness is the presence of pleasure and absence of pain.
What does Epicurus believe about pursuing happiness?
We should pursue happiness not just for ourselves but for all sentient beings.
How does John Stuart Mill’s view on happiness differ from pleasure?
Mill believed happiness, not pleasure, should be the standard of utility.
