"The Lessons of Icarus" is an intriguing explanation of the nature of happiness and how best to achieve it. The message of the book is to focus on your present 'reality' to make meaningful decisions and changes in order to bring about a desired 'new reality' for your life.Underlying this philosophy is an effective method of managing anxiety, allowing for a maximum level of awareness. Awareness is required in order to visualize the greatest possible future for yourself: A future that you want and can believe in.The pursuit of happiness is a pursuit for 'meaning'... It is 'meaning' that adds value to our lives.Personal growth, and the fulfillment and realization of your own potential is the definition of Self-Actualization... and the goal of this book.