The Pursuit of Happiness: Goals, Parenthood, and Beyond

This chapter explores the significance of setting and pursuing goals, highlighting that happiness stems from the journey rather than the destination. It examines the complexities of happiness in parenthood, revealing how various factors like child age and financial stability shape emotional well-being. The conversation also delves into the impact of sleep, genetics, and life circumstances on happiness, along with the nuances of intimacy and the phenomenon of hedonic adaptation.