Just saying

I would say don't even connect to a goal because once you've accomplished the goal what happens to the happiness? And then you've got to connect it to another goal to be happy again? I don't think happiness should be connected to anything or even something to be in pursuit of. You'll never find it that way. Instead understand that happiness is not static, it ebbs and flows just like any other mood. Do you things you enjoy and things make you smile, but don't chase the state of happiness.

i generally obtain happiness by trying my best to be a good person. both just because i like being good, and also because it also results in a lot more friendships and just generally a better time for everyone