Types of happiness

Hedionia: hedonic happiness is derived from pleasureIt is most often associated with doing what feels good, self-care, fulfilling desires, experiencing enjoyment, and feeling a sense of satisfaction.

Eudaimonia: This type of happiness is derived from seeking virtue and meaning. Important components of eudaimonic well-being including feeling that your life has meaning, value, and purpose. It is associated more with fulfilling responsibilities, investing in long-term goals, concern for the welfare of other people, and living up to personal ideals.

Types of happiness that fall under the two main categories:

• Joy: A often relatively brief feeling that is felt in the present moment.
• Excitement: A happy feeling that involves looking forward to something with positive anticipation.
• Gratitude: A positive emotion that involves being thankful and appreciative.
• Pride: A feeling of satisfaction in something that you have accomplished.
• Optimism: This is a way of looking at life with a positive, upbeat outlook.
• Contentment: This type of happiness involves a sense of satisfaction.
• Love: love is an infinite source of happiness.