"Laurence is not happy, because she does not choose to be happy." The character of Laurence in Simone de Beauvoir's "Les Belles Images"

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The exploration of personal responsibility in shaping one’s happiness is central to this analysis of Simone de Beauvoir's "Les Belles Images." The paper argues that Laurence's unhappiness stems from her passivity, suggesting that individuals have the power to create their own lives through their choices. However, it questions the validity of the notion that happiness can be attained solely through conscious decision-making, prompting a deeper examination of the complexities surrounding personal agency and fulfillment.