Critical Philosophy...is not the act of being critical or negative as we often think of it but rather being critical, or holding up to the light, fuzzy thinking. For example, I say, "I'd be much happier if I had more money." Socrates would begin with two questions to help me gain clarity: happier than what? how much money?
Try it on yourself...
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I frequently ask myself these questions, and use the answers as guideposts. Having enough money to meet all my basic needs, save for the future, afford a home and some luxuries (like travel), is all I need.
It's important to have a clear sense of one's personal value system as well. If your idea of happiness is being healthy, having a supportive family or friends, and enjoying life's bounty-good food, a nice glass of wine, a hike, a satisfying story-then money can only purchase the things that you like. Whether or not you actually enjoy them ifs up to you.
Socrates might ask:"Could you be happy with no money beyond that which assured thatyour basic needs: food, shelter and clothing were met?"
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