I think there are things that would make me happier than other things. So the question is, how do I find out what they are that might be under my control? No one on their deathbed wish they spent more time at the office; try to build a network of friendships. That's an art and a craft that most of us don't think about systematically or at all.
Philosopher and author Daniel Haybron of St. Louis University talks about his book, Happiness, with EconTalk host Russ Roberts. Happiness turns out to be a little more complicated than it sounds. Haybron discusses the good life and different philosophical perspectives on how to achieve happiness.