How do you think the narrative of happiness does the cultural work of justifying and expanding consumption?  How is happiness or fun defined or articulated by consumer capitalism? Can you think of an example of how happiness is a cultural tool to maintain those in power to stay in power?
 

Readings to refer-

https://theintercept.com/2021/12/29/jeffrey-sachs-uae-happiness/

https://theconversation.com/stop-telling-girls-to-smile-it-pressures-them-to-accept-the-unjust-status-quo-156092