Why trade freedom for happiness when it is possible to have both? The main difference is with freedom we need to put effort into finding happiness. However, this happiness is more meaningful and we have more control over it. Happiness without freedom is unlikely to last. When we lose it, it is difficult to get it back.

When people choose safety over freedom, it is out of fear. Ironically, losing freedom usually results in losing safety as well. The more dependent we become on something or to someone, the weaker we become.