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Materialism, asserts that everything, including fully experienced in solitude.

It's a state of being


our experiences and consciousness, arises from that is enriched by our interactions and
physical matter. And atomism, aligning to relationships with other individuals.
materialism proposed that everything is made of
fundamental units (atoms). In the pursuit of a
good life, materialism suggests that fulfillment
arises from understanding and engaging with the
material world, fostering experiences,
relationships, and personal growth within the
confines of this physical reality. It implies that a
good life involves maximizing experiences and
connections within the physical realm,
emphasizing tangible aspects like relationships,
achievements, and the environment for a
fulfilling existence.

Naturalistic understanding, on the other hand,


proposes that humans and the world can be
comprehended and explained through natural
laws and processes, excluding supernatural or
spiritual elements. It views human behavior,
emotions, and existence as products of
biological, psychological, and environmental
factors, emphasizing the scientific study of the
natural world to understand human nature and
the broader world.

He claims that without self-examination or self-


awareness, we cannot experience a fulfilling life.
Because, with this introspective examination
allows us to discover our true beliefs,
understand themselves better, and strive for
moral and intellectual growth. Socrates implied
that a life without self-reflection lacks depth,
purpose, and the opportunity for personal
development, suggesting that genuine
fulfillment and goodness come from a conscious,
examined life.

To simplify, without self-examination, you will


not know what you really want in life and it will
fall into not living a good life.

He viewed the good life as a life built upon


relationships. Aristotle argued that human
beings naturally seek fulfillment through their
connections with others, rather than in isolation.
For him, the good life isn't something that can be

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