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livslust

Livslust is a Swedish noun describing a strong, positive drive to live and engage with life, conveying zest for life, vitality, and enthusiasm. In everyday language it can describe a person who approaches activities with energy and optimism, or a mindset that sustains motivation during difficult times. The term is commonly used in discussions of well-being, resilience, aging, and personal development.

Etymology: It is formed from liv ('life') and lust ('desire' or 'passion'). It is used primarily in

Cultural usage: In Swedish media and literature livslust is used to characterize attitudes that prioritize living

See also: zest for life; joie de vivre; Lebenslust; positive psychology.

Swedish
and
Norwegian
contexts,
with
analogous
terms
in
other
languages
such
as
joie
de
vivre
in
French
or
Lebenslust
in
German.
fully,
seeking
meaning,
and
maintaining
curiosity.
In
psychology
or
public
health
discourse,
it
may
be
described
as
part
of
a
positive
lifestyle
or
as
a
component
of
quality
of
life,
sometimes
highlighted
for
people
facing
illness
or
aging
as
a
motivational
concept.