The primary obligation of any government, the Declaration of Independence tells us in its famous second paragraph, is the “safety and happiness” of its citizens. The necessity of securing safety is ...

This idea runs quietly through Rocky, even if it’s never shouted outright. The pursuit of happiness isn’t shown as something glamorous or easy — it’s shown as a grind. Early mornings. Empty streets.

The Declaration of Independence names “the pursuit of happiness” as an unalienable right, alongside life and liberty. By including the pursuit of happiness, Thomas Jefferson altered John Locke’s claim ...

First, the most important thing is to realize that the happy life is about more than just me: my health, my wealth, my safety and security. A robust understanding of human flourishing means it is for ...