Isn’t being happy enough? Why is wellbeing so important?

Wellbeing was once thought of as nice to have and to be achieved when all else is accomplished.  Now we accept the notion that wellbeing is a must-have that enables us to navigate the complexities of life we are all dealt with. Recognising that wellbeing is not necessarily easy to attain or maintain.  The upside of working towards a higher state of wellbeing is it brings rewards for the individual while it also benefits the home and family environment, the workplace, and the community.