Philosophers have long recognized two paths to leading a good life – happiness and meaning. Happiness is about feeling good and feeling pleasure; it involves an absence of pain or anxiety. Meaning is more active and is defined as “being and doing good” – a life involving service and contribution. Our featured story explores these 2 in more depth. Guess who feels better? — Ameeta
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| “Happiness is not something ready made. It comes from your own actions.” –Dalai Lama |
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| Editor’s Note: Philosophers have long recognized two paths to leading a good life – happiness and meaning. Happiness is about feeling good and feeling pleasure; it involves an absence of pain or anxiety. Meaning is more active and is defined as “being and doing good” – a life involving service and contribution. Our featured story explores these 2 in more depth. Guess who feels better? — Ameeta |
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| Kindness In the News |
| Emily Esfahani Smith explores the power of meaning and the recent transition in the sciences with “meaning” gaining foothold in our universities. “Happiness is for takers. Meaning is for givers.” |
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| From Our Members |
| While on a grocery run, they asked the young cashier how she was doing. Their heartfelt connection made a lasting impact on both of them. |
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| Inspiring Video of the Week |
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| The Meaning of Life |
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This short animated video explores the meaning of life. Life is a series of experiences that help us love, learn, and grow. Love + Joy + Service = LIFE. |
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| KindSpring is a 100% volunteer-run platform that allows everyday people around the world to connect and deepen in the spirit of kindness. Current subscribers: 144,541
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