Exploring the Intersection of 'Happy Life' and Existentialism in Contemporary Continental Thought

Jingyuan Zhou

doi:10.52521/kg.v22i2.13189

Autor/innen

Jingyuan Zhou The Athenian School, Danville, California

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.52521/kg.v22i2.13189

Schlagworte:

existentialism, philosophy, The Ethics of Ambiguity, authenticity, Absurdity, Ethical Dilemmas

Abstract

This research explores how existentialism intersects with the pursuit of happiness in contemporary continental philosophy, analyzing the works of Sartre, Camus, and de Beauvoir. It delves into the complexities inherent in seeking happiness, including individual existence, freedom, and meaning. Specifically, it examines Simone de Beauvoir's concept of ambiguity and its role in human existence and freedom. Ethical considerations regarding the pursuit of happiness are raised, alongside an analysis of how existential ambiguity influences one's journey towards happiness and reveals moral implications. By examining these ethical ambiguities, the paper contributes to contemporary discourse on existentialism, highlighting the tension between freedom, meaning, and happiness in human existence marked by uncertainty.

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Autor/innen-Biografie

Jingyuan Zhou, The Athenian School, Danville, California

Jingyuan Zhou, a devoted high school senior at The Athenian School in the picturesque setting of Mount Diablo, Danville, California, embarks on philosophical explorations with a youthful vigor. Driven by an insatiable curiosity about existentialism and its ties to the quest for fulfillment, Zhou offers innovative perspectives to the discourse, all accomplished independently and without external funding. Committed to integrity, Zhou openly declares no conflicting interests and stands ready to share research data upon reasonable inquiry, thereby actively participating in and promoting a vibrant academic community.