A stimulus-independent sense of psychological flourishing that emerges directly from the cultivation of virtuous mental processes and impulses (Wallace, 2005). It is a quality of well-being that comes not from what we get from the world (as in hedonia) but rather what we bring to the world (Wallace, 2019). See also stimulus-driven pleasure (hedonia).

Wallace, B. A. (2005). Genuine happiness: Meditation as the path to fulfillment. John Wiley & Sons.

Wallace, B. A. (2019). Four kinds of intelligence for optimal mental health and balance (1 of 8). The Meridian Trust.