Yes, I could not agree more!!

Image cerated in social media is indeed cerated with a goal in mind... that contributes to the quest of "Happiness" that in turn will end in more frustration. (Since it's not happiness it makes us pursuit.

And yes, crapy experiences can lead to happiness, specially in the gratitude side, like you said. (Gratitude, that's another one that's disappearing a bit from our society too)

I would say that's actually a great way to distinguish the two. Happiness is sometimes connected to a past struggle. While pleasure is all about the present immediate gratification.

Thanks for your comment!!