Most people agree that societies should foster the happiness of their citizens. After all, the U.S. Founding Fathers recognized the inalienable right to the pursuit of happiness. Similarly, British philosophers have talked about “the greatest good for the greatest number,” while Bhutan has famously adopted the goal of Gross National Happiness (GNH) rather than Gross National Product (GNP).
When we shift the onus to a profession or an employer, however, the waters get murky. Is happiness a truly subjective experience, and why is it so elusive? Who can we blame/sue?
Massive company cutbacks and crippling consumer debt have resulted in mounting pressures and responsibilities putting fetters on our happiness. Dramatically shaping today's workforce are the under-employed, the unemployed, and the “Yes, I'm employed but want to scream most of the time.” The latter is perhaps the most fortunate, but don't dare remind them.
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