| dc.description.abstract | Abstract
This paper primarily aims to explore the value perception of happiness in humans and its pursuit patterns. By examining Wang Yangming′s theory that ＂happiness is the essence of the mind,＂ the paper delves into Yangming′s philosophy on ＂happiness＂ and the concept of ＂the unity of all things.＂ It also investigates the theoretical framework for practical effort, aiming to uncover the possibility of living out true happiness. By contrasting modern perspectives on the pursuit of happiness with Yangming′s conceptualization of joyful mind-body integration, the paper seeks to clarify the differences between the two approaches to the concept of ＂happiness.＂
After establishing the theoretical knowledge, the paper then explores the practical framework for implementation. It examines the preparatory attitudes necessary for effort, including dedication to conscience, self-humility, trust in conscience, and reverence for conscience. These attitudes are foundational for the practical integration of ＂knowledge-action unity,＂ ＂preserving the principles of Heaven and eliminating human desires,＂ and ＂cultivating the original conscience＂ in daily life. Finally, it clarifies that ＂cultivating the original conscience＂ involves the process of ＂self-reflection＂ to achieve ＂self-realization＂ and ultimately reconnect with the original joyful mind. Yangming’s philosophy represents a consistent and reflective effort, requiring individuals not only to face themselves with caution but also to implement and embody these principles in their daily lives, thus restoring the inherent ＂unified joyful state＂ and realizing the Confucian path of internal sanctity and external kingship. | en_US |