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When I’m unhappy, I feel like I’m doing life wrong. I’d rather be happy. But is happiness the point of life, or is there more to it? If I pursue happiness, mine first then for those around me, is that selfish? But if there’s a bigger purpose, then what about people with Alzheimer’s or dementia who can’t recall recent experiences or make plans?

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[–] MayonnaiseArch 1 points 1 year ago

Happy is an indicator, it's not a goal on its own. I think.

[–] Hundun 1 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

Del: sorry, I had a brain fart

[–] UziBobuzi@kbin.social 1 points 1 year ago

The only purpose to life is to live it. Beyond that, you have to find the meaning that suits you for yourself.

[–] java 1 points 1 year ago
[–] Kissaki@feddit.de 1 points 1 year ago

There is no inherent purpose.

[–] argentcorvid@midwest.social 1 points 1 year ago

no the purpose of life is to exist

[–] BlaBlaBla@sopuli.xyz 1 points 1 year ago

The purpose of human life is to submit ourselves to the Idea.

[–] DogMuffins@discuss.tchncs.de 1 points 1 year ago

Everyone has to figure out their own purpose

For me, the purpose is to experience life. The good, the bad, everything.

As an aside, happiness is a carrot / stick game. Evolution has ensured that its unobtainable for any length of time.

You're better off seeking contentment.

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