The Key to “Eudaimonia”

In Friday’s class, there was a discussion on the different elements that make up happiness or “eudaimonia.”  Some of these components included the “measures of health: courage, wisdom, piety, moderation and justice, along with moral character and external characteristics.” Discussion also led into Socrates’ insistence on knowledgeability in academic regards as a key to happiness and virtuosity. I agree with Socrates in the sense that knowledge is truly important and with more wisdom comes the ability to make better decisions and in some light live a happier life.  However, I do not necessarily agree that academic prowess leads to a happier life for every individual.