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(2) Science Fair Win
Screenshot Seventh grade was not an easy year for me. I struggled a lot with my mental health and low self-esteem. I was anxious — constantly overthinking, doubting myself, questioning…
Happiness- from an Economic Perspective
Economically, happiness is often studied through the idea of well-being: how people’s living conditions affect their life satisfaction. Economists agree that income matters because it helps people afford basic needs…
Happiness- From a Philosophical Perspective
Philosophy views happiness as a deep question: What does it mean to live well? Aristotle, a famous Greek philosopher, developed the idea of eudaimonia, which means human flourishing. He believed…
Happiness- From a Psychological Perspective
Psychologically, happiness is usually understood as subjective well-being: a combination of feeling positive emotions, having relatively low negative emotions, and being satisfied with your life overall. Psychologists often distinguish between…
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(1) Overseas
The first time I stepped onto a cruise ship, I didn’t realize I was stepping into a different version of myself. I remember standing on the deck and looking out…
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Exploring the Quest for Happiness
Introduction to My Journey Hi! And welcome to Happiology- my name is Sofia Vargas, and I am excited to share my journey through the investigation of happiness. This project will…