Tool versus goal
Most events don't affect happiness for long. If you've received a promotion, you'll be happy for a while until your brain has adjusted to the circumstances, then you are ready to make your next move.
It might be better to view happiness differently. Happiness is a tool, not a goal. As a tool, happiness can tell us if something went well or motivate us to keep going. When our happiness drops, it may be time to try something new.
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