ed could be described as discovering how to flourish and live a life of meaning rather rather than just seeking pleasure . This is sometimes known as the good life where you develop your life to it ’ s full potential . It is more about how you live than what you have . And it is more about what is happening on the inside than how we present ourselves at the superficial level . Happiness is therefore not the goal so much as the outcome of particular ways of living .
ED & HD in Practice
It would be reasonable to suggest that the experiences that make up hd are probably easier and more desirable to obtain than those associated with ed . This is mainly because the pursuits associated with ed take more effort and the benefits are not always felt immediately . When compared to the quick wins and attractiveness of hd , this explains why ed is often undervalued and not always considered .
Both ed & hd have important life experiences to offer , but research has shown that ed provides more elevating experiences than hd , such as awe , inspiration and a sense of meaning . However , when the two concepts are combined in appropriate ways , the most and longest lasting benefit is experienced .
It is consequently an important part of 10:10 to help young people understand that happiness isn ’ t easy to obtain , that hd has a limited impact and that ed has something to offer them . There is no need to be prescriptive as to which hd and ed practices they should adopt in their lives , but rather to help them to learn what is understood to support happiness and encourage them to explore the ideas for themselves .
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