Numerous psychologists argue that two sorts of pleasures exist: consummatory, which is a "pleasure derived from satisfaction of desire; satiation" and appetitive which is a "pleasure derived from the pursuit of pleasure; anticipation" It is difficult to live a life without any pleasure and according to Epicureanism, one should pursue pleasures that have high quality, which last the longest, and make this their goal in life. Along with the Epicureans, I believe that it is …
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…and unnecessary. Although there are some unnatural and unnecessary desires that I do go for such as drinking and sex, which I consider acceptable so long as we set limits, I do not think that people must live the extravagant lifestyle involving power and wealth to be happy. One should stick with the natural and necessary pleasures and strive to get them fulfilled. This, I believe, will lead a person to a healthy, pleasant life.