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| − | '''Happiness''' is the quality or [[state]] of being happy. Exact definitions of happiness vary; for example, some contend that it is possible to ''think'' you are happy, but not in fact be happy. | + | '''Happiness''' is the quality or [[state]] of being happy. Exact definitions of happiness vary; for example, some contend that it is possible to ''think'' you are happy, but not in fact be happy. Happiness is essential to living a good life. |
In the [[United States]], the right of all citizens to "the pursuit of happiness" is enshrined in the [[Declaration of Independence]]. | In the [[United States]], the right of all citizens to "the pursuit of happiness" is enshrined in the [[Declaration of Independence]]. | ||
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| + | In [[Bhutan]], royal government makes a statement of Gross National Happiness, which is important to both our King and our Bhutanese people. | ||
[[Category:Psychology]] | [[Category:Psychology]] | ||
Revision as of 18:00, January 6, 2009
Happiness is the quality or state of being happy. Exact definitions of happiness vary; for example, some contend that it is possible to think you are happy, but not in fact be happy. Happiness is essential to living a good life.
In the United States, the right of all citizens to "the pursuit of happiness" is enshrined in the Declaration of Independence.
In Bhutan, royal government makes a statement of Gross National Happiness, which is important to both our King and our Bhutanese people.