<p>Again, what if someone is happy with sitting around watching TV for the rest of their life? Another person is the head of a multinational corporation that gives aid to impoverished nations. Both are equally happy from their activities.</p>
<p>Are you telling me that the TV guy is worth just as much / should be as “proud” as the Aid guy?</p>
<p>Also; Who defines virtue? There is no such thing as universal morality, and it’s futile to prove there is. Morality is largely based upon culture, as any examination of past (and present) cultures will show they differ throughout the ages.</p>
<p>You’re taking too much of a black-and-white view to reality and happiness. No one just does something because they enjoy it and for no other reason. Being proud of yourself and your accomplishments is a part of being happy. </p>
<p>Otherwise your life is a series of disconnected events that have no relevance other than to the present. Having no pride means you have no self-respect.</p>