Holy Epicurus Batman! It is interesting how Mr. Lightman has come to the same conclusion that was reached by Epicurus centuries ago, yet followed very different lines of thought. I am always fascinated by using different paths to reach the same answer. As always, a quality article from Nautilus. I am beginning to consider subscribing to their print quarterly.And here is the point I have reached: I might as well live in such a way as to maximize my pleasure and minimize my pain. Accordingly, I try to eat delicious food, to support my family, to create beautiful things, and to help those less fortunate than myself because those activities bring me pleasure. Likewise, I try to avoid leading a dull life, to avoid personal anarchy, and to avoid hurting others because those activities bring me pain. That is how I should live.