What is Happiness?

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ALL SOURCES: / chapter-1-38616545
Fundamental Sources (Amazon Links):
Dan Haybron, The Pursuit of Unhappiness (amzn.to/2Z6NKlS) (Don't be fooled by its rating. It is a landmark work on this subject).
Dan Haybron, Happiness: A Very Short Introduction (amzn.to/3i2tqLi)
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TRANSLATIONS
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Spanish Subtitles by Marcial Machado
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MUSIC
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Music courtesy of Musicbed and Epidemic Sound.
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[@schodes]

hey you, i see you. watch the video and stay out of the comments. “There is perhaps nothing worse than reaching the top of the ladder and discovering that you’re on the wrong wall.” ― JOSEPH CAMPBELL

[@williamwhitcomb3803]

That was me and this comment worked haha

[@bremulate5318]

Stop reading our minds! Privacy dude!

[@markschultz1476]

Congratulations and great job!

[@TapDat52K]

I managed to do just that

[@richardtalbot8188]

Have you read Happy by Derren Brown?

[@bryanjiang]

Holy hell, 46 minutes of pure quality. Way to raise the bar!

[@daniel_netzel]

I mean, I was already expecting greatness, but this blew me away. Truly cannot imagine the time and effort that must have gone into this, and cannot express enough how incredible of a job you've done. Like, there's the geek in me that's absolutely astounded by your editing and animation in this video, and just knowing how even one second of this video likely meant an entire day's worth of work, but what you've done here is really special for so many other reasons. Presentation aside, which seriously, **chefs kiss** you're looking into what honestly might be the most important issue of anyone's lifetime. We get caught up in a million different things, and everyone has different goals or values but it all does fall under the umbrella of happiness. It's just universally, objectively the thing we should all be after and yet so many of us struggle with it so frequently, I know I do. I feel like I've already learned something of value, and I can't wait to sit down with this again and sponge everything up. Thank you for diving into this for the rest of us, you're honestly doing such a great thing here. Can't wait for the rest of the series, 11/10 A +++ video dude.

[@Hooz97]

well said- 100% agree. I knew this was a special channel. Keep up the great work!

[@DaveKatague]

@@Hooz97 Every Story is the Same is my Web Browser Homepage hahah

[@josephwagner5295]

My tabs are closed, my phone is away, I am ready

[@schodes]

ah yes, the self himself returns

[@ThomasFlight]

He's is back baby!

[@schodes]

Flight is tru god tho

[@jake_runs_the_world]

jesus this is a whole book

[@recolinotyu]

The best thing is that this is only part 1!

[@schodes]

📚 be the book 📚 become the book 📚

[@Jaumiusk13]

Unbelievable production value, organization, and ideas in here WIll. Hope this blows up!

[@schodes]

Thanks for the love Nick!

[@officialsquadrilogystudio]

KZbin's Biggest crimes: 4:) Promoting low quality Entertainment 3:) Corporate Pandering 2:) not defending Fair use 1.) not getting this video on trending.

[@schodes]

crime crime crime! down with criminals!

[@DaveKatague]

What can we do to get this on trending!!!

[@64_bit80]

for so goddamn long I've been trying to figure out why I've been fundamentally unhappy and I think this is the first framework I've seen that thoroughly accounts for whatever I've felt

[@shadbakht]

There is so much information covered here that I feel like you need to watch this at 0.75X speed, to have time to absorb them

[@schodes]

become the sponge you've always wanted to be

[@proboscideank.7069]

Glad you're back, Will!

[@schodes]

glad to be back!

[@shamirgeorge]

Table of Contents: 0:00 Introduction 4:26 Chapter 1 What is Happiness? 7:21 I. The Three Theories 7:25 Theory 1: Life Satisfaction 12:08 Theory 2: Hedonism 14:51 Theory 3: Emotional State Theory 19:33 Endorsement 20:55 Engagement 24:10 Attunement 28:38 Three-State Recap 29:39 Mood Propensitiesc 31:47 II. Choosing a Theory 34:23 III. How Happy is Happy? 37:16 IV. How Important is Happiness? 44:17 Credits

[@zakshah3480]

"Happiness" is finally being able to watch another one of your videos after so long. The immediate sense I got from the video was just how pervasive Dan Haybron's work has really gone with its analysis of both past flaws in philosophy and the ever-changing definitions of "happiness". Surely, the man in 1820 might have had different *activities* to preoccupy themselves with, but in the more real sense, he's still like us. I think your opening argument for the vast confusion as to what most people "believe" is happiness was a great choice. Even after watching the teaser for this video series, I was stumped to try and find an answer. I hazard to guess what the next 13 episodes could possibly offer compared to the enormity that this first episode demonstrated, and I that excites me. With regards to the synergy of Attunement, Engagement, and Endorsement, I remember reading James Clear's Atomic Habits, and his elaboration on the idea that in order to change *habits*, we had to change our *identity*. He used three concentric circles, with an arrow point towards the center and another pointing outward from the center. His principle was that in order to change our outermost actions (ie habits), we would have to "identity" as someone who acted in such a manner (ie the inner circle). The example he gave was that, in order to quit smoking, identify as a nonsmoker, and your actions subsequently exude the actions of one. He noted the difficulty in actually changing one's identity as the main hurdle we should focus on, and the need for actions being the driving force for identity change, which begs the question, does that dilemma also apply to the synergy of changing one's Attunement? I smiled through the entire video. As someone who has gone through an existential crisis, the question of happiness is one that can draw curtains over taking steps forward. Somehow, I felt like I was watching this video in that state of mind, returning to a previous tumultuous moment in life when things were hard, and now, finally getting an answer to what bugged me. Thank you Will Schoder.

[@TheGiggadude]

"His principle was that in order to change our outermost actions (ie habits), we would have to "identity" as someone who acted in such a manner." I think I recognised a vague understanding of this within myself months ago, and have been struggling with it ever since. I was so worried about detatching from the ideal of who "I" was that it took me a long time to do anything about it. Cheers so much for writing this comment dude.

[@AcolytesOfHorror]

The sheer density of value and mature presentation blows just about everything else on KZbin out of the water. Congratulations on making some truly impactful art

[@schodes]

Thank you so much Natha---I mean, Acolytes of Horror.

[@AcolytesOfHorror]

Will Schoder 😎

[@misteramazing]

This video is an accomplishment - damn near something that could be published in a journal. I'm looking forward to the rest of this series.

[@dabrick100]

Laughing Baba's sent me, great video!

[@qkqk4317]

I was part of the "tiling the universe with heroin rats" camp but this kinda challenged my convictions! You really outdid yourself with the writing and graphic design here! Looking forward to the sociology episode

[@schodes]

thanks yo! super cool to hear it challenged your convictions. very rare to hear on the Internet.

[@DouwedeJong]

Working definition: Happiness is a cookie the brain bakes for itself.

[@ktoput7333]

and "Meaning is a jumper you have to knit yourself" :)

[@rickstevens1167]

@Zoo Cuffs operative word READ

[@ashishrathi4916]

Joscha bachs fan here

[@michabrugger7664]

Dear Will. I've come back to this video (and series) time and time again over the past 2 years. Unfortunately, they have not been as much of a "commercial" success as some of your other pieces. I imagine they might be a bit too long and in some ways too densely packed with information for some people out there. There is no real fairness or logic to this and given the incredible amount of work that must have gone into these pieces, I can only imagine how much this might hurt you. This series has been one of the most impactful pieces of content I've ever stumbled upon and your way of thinking, talking and sharing your knowledge has been a fundamental source of inspiration and guidance over the past years and I would not be the human being I am today without it. So, no matter where you are or what your doing right now, I wish you all the happiness in the world. If you ever doubt yourself, I want you to know that you've truly changed my life and that of many of my close-one's for the better. Thank you!

[@martinspoonerkingjr.4432]

You're an inspiration. To write and direct and animate something of this scale, with such passion. I could almost see all the scales you described of happiness manifest themselves in this single video. You should be happy, proud, of this amazing video. Till the next one.

[@justafellowmortal4000]

It's been a long time since I watched a video in 1x speed , this is the BEST documentary I have ever watched and the only that made me actually take notes, thank you

[@Angryprobedroid]

Hey I'm digging the thought here. I fell into most of the amorphous "reasons for not even trying to evaluate happiness" you brought up at the beginning, but this is giving me another avenue to think about, maybe improve myself.

[@schodes]

🙏

[@medicat6494]

Hot DAMN this was quality

[@schodes]

Thanks medi cat!!

[@Good_Horsey]

I get the feeling this series is gonna hit me like season 6 of Bojack

[@louisho2522]

Oh shit he's got the set and the cool shirt Awesome Edit: The graphics are sweet too. Very cool

[@schodes]

all you need is a set and a shirt, and you my friend, are a tuber

[@louisho2522]

@@schodes thank u Mr. Will I'll try my best

[@JoaoPedro-jc5fm]

oh, you're back, baby, yes!

[@schodes]

woop woop

[@TakeFiveMusic]

Loved this one. Great job will!

[@losbones]

Thanks for taking the time to create this. A+ content

[@carolinatorresmoens9448]

This was amazing. Great work!

[@udo344]

I've just stumbled upon your channel and I'm really impressed by your content! Great work, thanks for sharing!

[@knosis]

I have been waiting for this all day!

[@addsend]

This was incredible, thank you very much

[@ManjunathReddyOnline]

Hey Will... I discovered your channel today and I love the amount of research and love you have put into every video uploaded so far.. with top notch stuff, you made my day! Wish you a great year ahead :)

[@emilsteensen7481]

Thank you for this!!!

[@addisonboozer]

It is so evident how much you have poured into this. Truly amazing work. I cant wait for the rest of the series.

[@idiotbox4479]

It's good to have you back. Great video! Can't wait for the series.

[@AlvaroSopo]

One of the greatest most thoughtful video I have seen in YT. Thanks you very much and keep doing them.

[@lonzoarg]

You did something for humanity here. Im from argentina south america, and this comes right in time in my life. Thnks, hope good fortune comes to you for this amazing work and wish u a robust happiness

[@alexreustle]

Great to see Will again, with such a valuable video.

[@carbuttpartyon6336]

really great i'm buzzin this is a series

[@thepielife]

This was wonderful, Will. Thank you for your time

[@sapphirasapphira]

4 min in but already blown away. Thanks for gifting us with your brain and work!

[@user-ob9eg5cl8i]

Glad you're back

[@BrandausBlog]

Thank you for your great work!

[@SharkfatherPred]

I’m so happy that I got to see this. Your work is appreciated Will.

[@steini1993]

This needs so much more attention! Thank you for your incredicle work Will, I really wish for many more people to see and listen to this.

[@Luiscencias]

This is incredibly engaging and well put together. I truly hope it reaches tons of people

[@gabrielbeck8171]

First time watching this all the way through. WOW gonna rewatch this again tomorrow 🔥

[@avasilachi]

Amazing work, Will! Well worth the wait.

[@arnoldbexton4590]

One of the best videos I've ever watched

[@tatiananikolskaya6991]

Always enjoyed your videos, Will! But this one is truly outstanding! Thank you for the depth and accuracy, your hard work and inspiration for all of us! Keep them coming!

[@SomeoneLnGi]

Wow. Thank you I appreciate your work man. ,

[@absolutespider3532]

Very cool video. I really like how clean the aesthetic and animations are and the delivery of the information is very smooth and easy to understand. Really looking forward to seeing what the next videos in the series might hold.

[@kaffe6569]

God i LOVE this video! Amazing work.

[@kenpena1499]

I stumbled across your channel through the video you did of the attention economy and I was blown away with how that video unironically took all my own attention. Your attention to detail on top of your thoroughness of research behind concepts is so inspiring. I think I found my new favorite channel

[@yanglee9292]

This is really a great video, thanks for the good work❤️

[@rc3151]

That was really well done. I think this format is pretty special. I appreciate the work you have put into this. Looking forward to the rest. Thanks for sharing

[@rishikasiraj9409]

Bro Im so happy you're back

[@felixkramer7473]

Thanks for your work! It was totally worth putting all that time and effort into it :)

[@conorpower2030]

Unbelievable video - one if the best ive seen on youtube

[@Rawi888]

I watched the video in one sitting man. I have severe adhd so damn, you really struck a tune there. Your videos are inspiring man. Thank you.

[@Ruby_V_]

what an excellent capture of the nuance in this topic. I'm really looking forward to the rest of these :)

[@MrSquarehead]

I've been waiting for this video. Finally!

[@schodes]

woohooo!!!

[@vicenzo5404]

Fantastic as always

[@claudiopauwels7878]

This is just absolutely amazing! I can't even put it into words

[@Bendoughver]

One of my favorite creators. Love your content.

[@RadioactivePhil]

Wonderfully put together. Thank you Will and a big thanks to your Patrons.

[@schodes]

Appreciate it Phil--big props to the patrons indeed.

[@nasar8480]

This was one of the best videos I've ever seen Will. Hats off to the effort you've put in. I wish you all the luck with this series. ❤️

[@maxhalpert]

Holy shit man this video is amazing!!! cant wait for the rest of the series

[@nibbler1991st]

This video was amazing, great job Will !

[@schodes]

thank you my friend--appreciate the comment!

[@carlopiad702]

Thank you for the video!

[@tomergev7806]

This is one of the best videos i have ever seen

[@kylemccallum3700]

Worth the wait!

[@spikespiegel008]

Loved the video will. Glad you’re back and hope to see more. Said this in your last video but I’ll say it again, you are my favorite KZbinr

[@dweebbush5489]

Hey, everything about this is fantastic, I didn't click on the video expecting it to be almost an hour long but I'm really not complaining! Can't wait to hear more, your videos are always so well thought out and enlightening!

[@doctorpretender4944]

I loved this video! can’t wait for the rest!

[@denuvian]

Only part way through, this really is your best work sir

[@gabe9802]

Really well done--very surreal to see your former camp counselor put this out as your studying philosophy in college. Glad you've found a space for your ideas and content.

[@danielwurgaft4579]

This needs to be trending! Amazing content! May the algorithm be in your favor

[@mortirn7332]

I do love your work Will. Thanks a lot. Greatings from Germany.

[@nishparadox]

This is the best video (or perhaps even the best content) I've ever encountered about happiness. Thank you Will for putting so much effort. In the end, I was left with 30 minutes of silence with myself, thinking about all my anxiety attacks I have. And it kinda clicked. Appreciate it. :)

[@sumaiyamaryam3862]

This needs to blow up!!! Awesome piece of work! xx

[@schodes]

Thank you Sumaiya--so glad you loved it.

[@sumaiyamaryam3862]

@@schodes

[@lfamvs5520]

This was so good and entertaining, my deepest respect for how you pulled this off

[@schodes]

thanks you my friend. very much appreciated!

[@annelawrence9127]

I missed this so much. Thank you.

[@schodes]

thanks for commenting and watching Anne!

[@mimipeahes5848]

Leaving a comment to help out, really enjoyed the first part so far

[@nkanyisoinnocentkhwane3752]

Thanks forgiving me something to ponder

[@ElBergen97]

Thanks for making awesome content Will

[@xlaronak]

This was great. Thanks a bunch. It is putting certain cloud-like vague thoughts and feelings that I had into words. It also taught me a lot and pointed me into more research. Can't wait for the next one

[@nicolasviulet443]

I'm in high school and I'm new to philosophy but I find it very cool; this video really makes me want to keep learning, the production is amazing and the flow of the video keeps me engaged. This is definitely one of the best videos on KZbin, amazing channel.

[@ChathamFireDeptfan]

As always, just absolutely love your content! Wish you made the next episode haha

[@ChathamFireDeptfan]

Forgot to add, This is my 4th rewatch? Still picking up new points every time

[@domojestic4155]

Buddy have I got some good news for you.

[@hankidyhank]

Honestly the quality of this video is second to none, it's amazing.

[@alisanhaji2396]

One thing is for sure. I am very happy to see your video ! Thank you very much for doing this.

[@schodes]

Thanks for your comment. Happy to have you here!

[@mapadillorex]

Thank you for this video. The detail and specificity with which you dove into the emotional state theory gave me, personally, an incredible amount of insight into better understanding myself and what makes me happy. I really loved how you framed the beginning of this series as the introduction of a lens for understanding happiness, not a prescriptive idea of what it looks like. Especially during these hard times, it is incredibly difficult not to dwell on the missed opportunities and experiences in which I would usually expect to be feeling much more attuned this time of year, but the understanding of happiness you’ve so wonderfully articulated gives me confidence that I can grow to seek attunement regardless of circumstance.

[@FrankMuniz]

Will, thank you. Please keep making enlightenment in video form 💙

[@vinshochiarel]

This is top quality content. Congrats, Will.

[@schodes]

thanks andrei, preciate that.

[@cleanwater3180]

I needed this so much, thank you, just thank you.

[@schodes]

Of course, I'm so glad it was helpful.

[@Bleilock1]

this is truly beautiful... thank you sir i've said it millions of times and i will say it milions of times more if need be thank you :) it's hard for me to express how i feel, but happy, and very excited about future videos!!! keep up the good work!

[@user-dz4it8cv7u]

wtf, this video is so underestimated! people need more of this to know what's going on in their's head . Damn , video has popped out at the right moment in recommendations :) every now and then , as all people I suppose, I think what is happiness for me , for family, for society in general and here it is : amazing explanation with numerous details . Good job, Will

[@xSkidMarx]

Didn't get this recommended for me until this morning. Hopefully this blows up because it's fantastic content. Really happy to see you back making videos!

[@schodes]

Thanks Adam. I am back!

[@RobMackenzie83]

Incredible video. Thanks for the patience and care and blood and sweat that went into this.

[@schodes]

thanks rob, preciate you.