Chapter
The Correlation Between Happiness and GDP
39:34 - 43:33 (03:58)
Happiness and fulfillment may not necessarily be tied to high GDP and a safe environment; rather it may be related to political turmoil and life’s difficulties.
Clips
Embracing risk, struggle, and pain can lead to a life full of meaning.
39:34 - 40:57 (01:22)
Life
Summary
Embracing risk, struggle, and pain can lead to a life full of meaning.
ChapterThe Correlation Between Happiness and GDP
Episode#402 - Paul Bloom - Why Pain & Suffering Are Necessary For A Good Life
PodcastModern Wisdom
The concept of hell is often associated with punishment and suffering, but what if hell was a place where you got everything you wanted?
40:57 - 41:28 (00:30)
Hell
Summary
The concept of hell is often associated with punishment and suffering, but what if hell was a place where you got everything you wanted? This paradoxical idea is explored in this podcast episode.
ChapterThe Correlation Between Happiness and GDP
Episode#402 - Paul Bloom - Why Pain & Suffering Are Necessary For A Good Life
PodcastModern Wisdom
Research indicates that a meaningful life is positively correlated with low GDP and political instability, despite popular beliefs of happiness being associated with high GDP and safety in first-world countries.
41:28 - 43:33 (02:05)
Happiness Research
Summary
Research indicates that a meaningful life is positively correlated with low GDP and political instability, despite popular beliefs of happiness being associated with high GDP and safety in first-world countries.