Research has continually found that internals do better than externals. It s not so much that internals are happier, but that they have such superior tools for pursuing happiness. D. Of Chickens and Eggs 1. Internalism is somewhat of a self-fulfilling prophecy. The Usual Understanding 1.
Dignity is associated with feeling good about oneself.
One s dignity is not dependent on an individual s actions. B. Recasting the Role of Self-Respect 1. Murray has argued that it is just the opposite. The only way to have self-respect is to take responsibility for your actions. Intrinsic Rewards I. Introduction A. People are happy when they are doing what they enjoy.