Eudemonics

/ˌjuːdɪˈmɑːnɪks/ noun

Definition

The branch of philosophy dealing with happiness and human flourishing as achieved through virtue.

Etymology

From eudemon + -ics suffix (creating a discipline name). English adaptation of Greek philosophical concepts into a systematic field of study.

Kelly Says

Eudemonics bridges philosophy and psychology—it asks 'What makes a human life genuinely good?' rather than 'What feels good right now?'

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