### Building A Life Philosophy Exercise: 4 Basic Parameters 1. **Survival**: Develop a philosophy that meets your basic needs. 2. **Happiness**: Good life philosophies should make you feel good. 3. **Meaning**: A meaningful philosophy makes you feel useful and valuable; otherwise, when pleasurable moments fade, you are left with nothing. 4. **Independence of Circumstance** --- ### Key Questions for Developing a Life Philosophy - "What should I do to have a meaningful life?" (This is accompanied by an icon of a heart with rays emanating from it.) - "How should I view painful moments so they don’t overwhelm me?" (This is represented by an icon of a face with a jester hat.) - "How should I act in relationships with other people?" (This question is illustrated with an icon of a smiling face.) --- **Explanation of Icons**: - The heart icon likely signifies the pursuit of meaning and emotional fulfillment. - The jester face icon may symbolize a light-hearted or resilient approach to overcoming painful moments. - The smiling face icon suggests a positive approach to social interactions and relationships. # Developing a Philosophy ## Process of developing a philosophy includes discussing and listing core beliefs and principles regarding health education An essential component in developing a well-founded philosophy is to engage in discussions and create lists that articulate your core beliefs and principles, especially in the context of health education. ### Drafting your own philosophy uses a similar process When drafting your own philosophy, the same method applies. Consider the following key aspects: - **Personal values and beliefs:** Reflect on what you personally hold to be true and important. These intrinsic values form the foundation of your philosophy. - **What health means to you:** Health can have different meanings for different people. Contemplate and define what health signifies for you personally. - **Attributes of people you admire and trust:** Think about the qualities and characteristics of individuals whom you respect and believe in. These attributes can inspire and shape your own beliefs and principles. - **Results of health studies:** Evidence and findings from health research can provide a factual basis for your philosophy, helping to ground it in proven knowledge. - **Desired outcomes:** Identify the outcomes you wish to achieve through your philosophy. These goals will guide and provide direction to your actions and decisions. The diagram utilizes a structure to illustrate the process of developing and drafting one's philosophy. The green block at the top emphasizes discussing and listing core beliefs and principles. An arrow pointing downward signifies progression to the second part, showcasing five key aspects to consider when drafting a personal philosophy, presented in individual colored sections for clarity and emphasis.