Jeremy Bentham, a late 18th-century British philosopher, introduced Utilitarianism, a moral philosophy focused on maximizing happiness and minimizing pain. He believed that all actions are motivated by pleasure and pain, and that the principle of utility judges actions based on their impact on happi

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Utilitarianism, a consequentialist theory, evaluates the moral worth of actions based on their outcomes. This approach, exemplified by classical utilitarianism of Bentham and Mill, prioritizes maximizing overall happiness or utility. The philosophy emphasizes the principles of consequences, utility,

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Explore the insights from the book "Authentic Happiness" by Martin Seligman, as it delves into the links between optimism, happiness, and longevity. Discover the limitations of hedonism, the importance of gratification over pleasure, the value of strengths across cultures, and Seligman's formula for

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Explore the concept of hedonism, where pleasure is considered the ultimate good in life. From ancient Greek philosophers like Epicurus and Aristippus to modern thinkers like Bentham and Mill, delve into the ethical implications and criticisms surrounding this philosophy. Understand how hedonism shap

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In Chapter Three of The Great Gatsby, Fitzgerald vividly portrays the decadent and wasteful hedonism of the Jazz Age through Gatsby's extravagant parties. The chapter unfolds with a grand party at Gatsby's mansion, showcasing the opulent lifestyle of the era. Guests, akin to moths fluttering towards

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