Alternative perspectives on the pursuit of happiness may include the idea that happiness is not a goal but a byproduct of other actions. Some believe that happiness comes from personal growth, overcoming challenges, and learning from pain and suffering. Others may argue that happiness is not a constant state to be pursued, but rather a series of moments to be experienced. Some may also suggest that the pursuit of happiness can lead to a focus on self, while true joy comes from serving others.
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The pursuit of happiness may be everyone's right, but happiness as a goal is overrated. Feeling unhappy is more of a call to action than it is a symptom of some flaw or void. When someone avoids feeling unhappy at all costs, they are missing some lessons for achieving the very happiness they want. Solving problems and using pain to create change can create happy outcomes. Suffering and struggling, and moving forward, is the path to finding happiness.
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