As therefore the highest perfection of intellectual nature lies in a careful and constant pursuit of true and solid happiness, so the care of ourselves, that we mistake not imaginary for real happiness, is the necessary foundation of our liberty. The stronger [the] ties we have to an unalterable pursuit of happiness in general . . . the more are we free from [obedience to an immediate impulse for some pleasure].

–“An Essay Concerning Human Understanding,”

According to Locke, how does the pursuit of happiness prevent negative consequences in our lives? People no longer make mistakes. People are more intelligent. People are no longer tied to the past. People do not pursue immediate pleasure.

SOMEONE PLEASE HELP ME :(