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Western cultures
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In Western cultures, happiness is associated with personal success, material wealth, and individual satisfaction.
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Eastern cultures
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In Eastern cultures, happiness is expressed subtly with an emphasis on modesty and community harmony.
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Asian countries
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In many Asian countries, cultural emphasis on social harmony and group goals often takes priority over individual happiness, leading to stigmatization of open discussions about depression.
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philosophy
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Happiness is an internal state of contentment achieved through virtues and wisdom, independent of external factors.
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Bhutanese
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In Bhutanese culture, Gross National Happiness is prioritized, emphasizing well-being, spiritual values, and environmental conservation.
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Individualistic societies
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Individualistic societies often equate happiness with personal fulfillment and freedom.
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academic philosophy
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Academic philosophers, such as Aristotle, Kant, and Mill, have extensively analyzed the complex and multifaceted concept of happiness.
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