How Does One Achieve the Good Life?

How does one achieve the Good Life? Especially for teenagers, this is the predominant question in philosophy. Teenagers want guidance on how best to live in order to enjoy life, find happiness, and achieve the afterlife they desire (or think they deserve). In “Eastern” traditions insight and concentration are emphasized, which leads to a focus on contemplative practices as a means to live the Good Life.
This unit explores how achieving the Good Life is defined in Hinduism, Buddhism and Daoism through analyzing core texts in each tradition and engaging in daily contemplative practices. This unit is designed for high school students who have a background in Ancient Greek philosophy. This unit can be utilized in a philosophy, social studies, or English course.