Aristotle thought that it would be absurd to make ... such as courage, wisdom, generosity, and ... But to make this our highest good in life is to miss out on the true happiness that ...

Hall is a Professor of Classics at University of Durham, a Fellow of the British Academy, and the author of numerous books, including Aristotle’s Way: How Ancient Wisdom Can Change Your Life (2020).

Aristotle thought that it would be absurd to make amusing ourselves our highest aim in life. I think he was right. Skip to main content ...

According to Aristotle, our happiness is our responsibility. Here are some helpful instructions from one of the world’s most renowned thinkers on becoming happier.