But is looking for it a waste of time? Experts say Aristotle's advice teaches us that well-being comes not when we look for it but when we live with purpose and meaning.
Foolproof: 2000-year-old recipe for happiness
But is looking for it a waste of time? Experts say Aristotle's advice teaches us that well-being comes not when we look for it but when we live with purpose and meaning.
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There is a global rise in unhappiness.1 Could AristotleA student of Plato, tutor to Alexander the Great and the father of political philosophy. help?
The Ancient Greek gave this guide to a happier life:
1. Face your fears. Aristotle said courageBravery. Strength in the face of difficult situations. will help us to face our fears.
2. Control your wants. PleasureWhen you enjoy something. is not the same as happiness.
3. Don't be stingy. Spending too much or too little makes us sad.
4. Give generously. Giving to charityAn organisation that helps people in need. It does not make money as a business does. Most people who work for charities are volunteers. This means they are not paid. makes us happier.
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5. Focus on meaning. Do things that give you a sense of purposeA reason for doing something. .
6. Be gentle. Anger will not make you happy.
7. Never lie. The most important person to be truthful to is yourself.
8. Don't focus on rules. You should focus on what the rules are trying to achieve instead.
9. Forgive others. Being angry with others will make you unhappy.
10. Don't do bad things. If you think something is wrong, you will be much happier when you are strong and decide not to do it.
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Yes! We cannot control most of the things that happen in our lives. You cannot make yourself be happy.
No! There is no point looking for money or success if they do not make you happy. Happiness is what we should be searching for.
Aristotle - A student of Plato, tutor to Alexander the Great and the father of political philosophy.
Courage - Bravery. Strength in the face of difficult situations.
Pleasure - When you enjoy something.
Charity - An organisation that helps people in need. It does not make money as a business does. Most people who work for charities are volunteers. This means they are not paid.
Purpose - A reason for doing something.
Foolproof: 2000-year-old recipe for happiness

Glossary
Aristotle - A student of Plato, tutor to Alexander the Great and the father of political philosophy.
Courage - Bravery. Strength in the face of difficult situations.
Pleasure - When you enjoy something.
Charity - An organisation that helps people in need. It does not make money as a business does. Most people who work for charities are volunteers. This means they are not paid.
Purpose - A reason for doing something.