In this episode Nicoleta explores culture and happiness with Philosopher and Professor Jason Lee from Leicester, UK
Is it good to define happiness?
Is happiness the opposite of unhappiness?
Seeing happiness as a mental illness
Drawing joy and happiness from creativity and relationships
Going into teaching to share knowledge and help others
How is culture promoting both madness and wellbeing
Group collective madness and modern social trends
How doubt can make you a better thinker and leader
Modern man prioritising thinking over feeling
Programmed from birth to believe in the capitalist scenario
Transcending time on social media
AI as the hopeful tool for our future collective happiness
How the unconscious mind is ahead of the conscious
Buddhism as the path to personal freedom and happiness
Finding happiness in the present moment, in friendships and spirituality
Connect with Professor Jason Lee here: https://cjplee.com/
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