We lie and deceit our selves. In turn, we relate to others in this manner. Our obsession with the accumulation of wealth and power has created a breakdown in relationships with families, friends and fellow co-workers. Happiness is a state of being. If you try to pursue happiness, you lose it.
Various organizations tend to monopolize, manipulate or control the people.
Religions can stifle, suppress, make one feel as though they need to suffer in order to live. Many feel guilty for being happy. And often times, others don't want others to be happy because they think they can't be. New visionary explorers are needed to blaze a trail. A little more kindness and respect of each other would help.