THE GOOD LIFE

What is meant by good life?

 According to Westacott (2018), there are three ways by which we can

understand what is meant by “ a good life” or “ living well”.
These are the: MORAL LIFE, LIFE OF PLEASURE ,AND FULFILLED LIFE.

MORAL LIFE- When we say that someone is living well, we may simply mean that they
are a good person. Someone who is courageous, honest, trustworthy, kind etc.

LIFE OF PLEASURE- Ancient greek philosopher Epicurus was one of the first to
declare that pleasure is what makes life worth living.
 It is also called “ hedonism”.

FULFILLED LIFE- Aristotle , views the good life in a more comprehensive way.
 For Aristotle, the good life is the happy life wherein a person is happy if they
are enjoying positive state of mind.
 He agrees with Socrates that we must live in a moral life and also to
Epicurus that it will involve too many pleasures.

Some Objectives that Aristotle suggests to live in a Fulfilled Life.

1. Virtue
2. Health
3. Prosperity
4. Friendship
5. Should enjoy the respect of others
6. They need good luck
7. They must exercise their unique human abilities and capabilities.

THE MEANINGFUL LIFE- is one in which you feel engaged, connected to purpose
and able to connect your gifts and passion with your highest values.
THE FINISHED LIFE- a life of passion, joy and significance, where potential is
realized and dreams are fulfilled.