Mental Health & Well-being - Globally, approximately 332 million people experience depression, roughly 1 in every 25 to 30 individuals [3] - Over 14 million people worldwide attempt suicide annually, highlighting a crisis of individuals feeling their lives are not worth living [4] - More than 700,000 people globally die by suicide each year, underscoring the urgent need to understand what constitutes a life worth living [5] The Core of a Meaningful Life - The presentation posits that happiness is the profound experience of lived love, starting with self-love and extending to relationships with others [14][15] - Overcoming pride and selfishness is crucial for progressing towards loving relationships with others [18] - The golden rule, often misinterpreted, should be understood as recognizing and respecting the rights and needs of others, fostering care [22] - Care is presented as the foundation for a meaningful life, aligning with findings from Harvard's study on happiness, which emphasizes the importance of relationships [23][24] - Cultivating positive emotions, rather than merely reducing negative ones, is key to happiness [24] Overcoming Challenges - Personal experiences with depression and overcoming adversity are highlighted as part of the journey towards finding a life worth living [12][13] - The presentation encourages self-awareness, including recognizing personal values, virtues, and limitations, to combat pride and selfishness [19]