Philosophy: How to Be Happy in the Modern World

Name: Philosophy: How to Be Happy in the Modern World
Rating: 4.5 (21 reviews)

Powerful Philosophy to Reduce Stress, Increase Happiness, and Live with Purpose

Created byGreg Vanderford

Last updated 11/2021

English

What you'll learn

Reduce stress through meditation
Find joy in their everyday lives
Apply techniques to increase long term happiness
Reduce general anxiety about the future
Reduce anxiety about money
Increase happiness for themselves and those around them

Course content

5 sections • 21 lectures • 2h 49m total length

Why We Need to Re-Evaluate Our Lives5:00
Learn why so many people today suffer from anxiety, loneliness, and depression.

Why Is Everyone So Stressed?11:50
In this lesson we pinpoint the root cause of stress and begin to learn how to reduce stress in our lives.
Anti-stress Visualization Exercise5:15
This this visualization exercise we practice learning to let go of mental constructs in our modern culture that cause stress and anxiety.
How Can We Reduce Our Anxiety About Money?17:37
Learn how to lower anxiety about money and even stop worrying about it all together.
Anti-anxiety Visualization Exercise4:19
In this visualization exercise we practice how to let go of a critical mental construct that is holding us back.
The Problem with Modern Culture and What to do About It15:30
In this lesson we explore the root causes of anxiety and unhappiness in modern culture and what we can do about it.
Culture Focused Visualization Exercise5:26
In this visualization exercise we explore how to increase happiness as individuals and as a society in the modern world.
Section 2 Quiz

Why Are People Often Happier in Poor Countries?18:08
Learn why people are often happier in poorer countries despite their seeming lack of wealth. This can help us understand how to increase our own happiness.
Happiness Visualization Exercise4:05
In this visualization exercise we practice the art of contentment.
Why is the Present Moment the Most Important Moment?7:46
Learn why the great spiritual teachers point to the present moment as the key to peace and contentment.
Present Moment Visualization Exercise4:40
In this visualization exercise we learn practice focusing on the now through a powerful meditation technique used by Buddhists and prescribed by modern doctors to reduce stress and anxiety.
The Attitude Adjustment that will Change Your LIfe7:10
Learn how one small adjustment in your perspective and totally transform your life!
Attitude Visualization Exercise2:28
In this visualization exercise we practice what could be the most important mental attitude that impacts your happiness.
How to Optimize Your Life Priorities for Maximum Happiness8:52
Learn how to prioritize your life around the things that have been proven to create happiness and well being no matter what your current life circumstance.
Happiness Visualization Exercise3:06
In this visualization exercise we practice how to create real happiness in our lives today.
The True Power of Exercise7:55
Learn why human beings are at our best mentally when we live an active lifestyle.
Increase Motivation Visualization Exercise2:23
Learn how to increase your motivation and keep it up over an extended period of time.
Section 3 Quiz

A Secret to Start Living Life with Purpose Right Now14:07
In this lesson I show you a secret that will jump start your motivation and help you learn to start living a meaningful life filled with purpose starting right now.
Living with Purpose Exercise4:37
In this visualization exercise we practice how to start living with true purpose in our lives and increase our sense of fulfillment and happiness.

Conclusion and BONUS Material5:29
Learn why the information in this course has been proven over the centuries to work for all human beings throughout the globe and why it will always work no matter what changes take place in the future!

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Final Quiz
Bonus Material!14:02

Requirements

Students simply need to be open to knew ways of thinking

Description

Recent Testimonial:

"Deep in-depth thoughts very helpful and informative. Thank You!" - Donna Fadeley

In this course you will learn to:

Reduce Stress

Increase Happiness

Live with Purpose

Live with Meaning

Re-prioritize Your Life Around What Matters

Achieve Your Dreams

Through my work as a master teacher, entrepreneur, traveler, and spiritual seeker I have gained many insights into human nature. In this course we will learn proven psychological techniques and modes of thinking that are guaranteed to improve your life.

Drawing on the most effective teachings of philosophers, prophets, teachers, and leaders throughout history as well as my experience putting these ideas into practice, we will explore and learn how to stop worrying, improve our effectiveness in whatever endeavor we choose, and live with new meaning and love.

The things you will learn in this course work, it's as simple as that. In addition to my experience, and the words of the greatest teachers in history, we will also draw on modern research that points in the same direction as current and past teachers regarding how to live our lives, what is truly important, and why NOW is always the best time to take action regardless of our current circumstances.

With a master's degree in teaching, minor degree in History, and a voracious reader who has consumed hundreds of books on history, philosophy, literature, and spirituality, I lay out for you the MOST IMPORTANT things that I have learned throughout my life as a seeker.

Many people who know me tell me that I am one of the happiest people they know. In this course, I will tell you WHY.

Who this course is for:

Anyone who wants to be happier and less stressed in their lives

Philosophy: How to Be Happy in the Modern World

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Course content

Introduction1 lecture • 5min

How to Reduce Stress6 lectures • 1hr

How to Increase Happiness10 lectures • 1hr 7min

How to Live with Purpose2 lectures • 19min

Conclusion and BONUS MATERIAL2 lectures • 20min

Requirements

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