Journal Assignments:

Please read the article below and answer the questions that follow. As always, be sure to highlight and look up any unfamiliar vocabulary, and come to class on Monday, 10-26 prepared to discuss what you have read. Additionally, watch the Dan Gilbert TED Talk below and look up any unfamiliar vocabulary from his talk as well. Enjoy!

http://www.ted.com/talks/dan_gilbert_asks_why_are_we_happy?language=en

http://www.rd.com/health/wellness/happiness-limitations/

1. According to Dan Gilbert, what is Synthetic Happiness? What is the Psychological Immune System? How can it help us to deal with our Barriers? Summarize what Dan Gilbert is trying to prove.

2. Summarize the Main Idea of the article on meaning in one paragraph, one sentence, three words. What Supporting Evidence is given? What is the article saying or Inferring about happiness? How does the article relate to what Dan Gilbert's TED Talk on happiness?

3. What gives your life meaning? Give very thoughtful consideration to this question, as it is one of the most important questions you can ask yourself. Enjoy basking in the warmth your answer will provide you...

Consider how the article and talk relate to the assignments and media you have been working on in Prof. Greenbaum's class. Enjoy connecting what you are learning in both classes!