
PsychoPolitics and Smart Power
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The Facade of Happiness and Modern Struggles
This chapter examines the duality of societal happiness in Western cultures, critiquing how enforced positivity masks underlying mental health issues. By exploring the impacts of neoliberal governance and the evolution of labor dynamics, the discussion reveals a shift from collective struggles to individual experiences within contemporary capitalism. Furthermore, it addresses the complexities of work ideologies, advocating for a balance between freedom from and freedom through labor, while emphasizing the importance of political engagement and collective empowerment.
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