Ancient Greek philosophers generally accept the claim that e?da?u a is within our power to achieve, regardless of circumstance. Conversely, external goods physical health, education, social standing are frequently present or absent due to circumstances beyond our control. Can eudaimonism explain how more than a privileged elite can attain e?da?u a when so few enjoy the requisite external goods? A satisfactory account of the relation between external goods and well-being must accommodate both the insight that there is an essential connection between prosperity and the flourishing life and...
Ancient Greek philosophers generally accept the claim that e?da?u a is within our power to achieve, regardless of circumstance. Conversely, external g...