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> Happy isn't a long term state of being. It's a short term emotion like anger or sadness. "Happy" is a vague overused term that means different things to diff

> Happy isn't a long term state of being. It's a short term emotion like anger or sadness. "Happy" is a vague overused term that means different things to different people at different times. While elation or euphoria are fleeting emotions, one can be content or satisfied for prolonged periods of time. It's a bit like confusing sadness and depression.

karmakaze 4y ago
> one can be content or satisfied for prolonged periods of time This is suspect. I couldn't imagine that any contentment or satisfaction that I experience now would last without additional activity to maintain it. The passage of time while doing nothing (or having no affect) is a clear way I can imagine leading to dissatisfaction.