A.W. Tozer challenges the notion that happiness comes from adjusting to societal norms, questioning the origins and authority of these standards. He argues that if the world demands conformity, it should provide evidence of its effectiveness through the happiness and prosperity of those who comply. Tozer highlights the lack of genuine fulfillment and contentment among those who follow these worldly standards, suggesting that the pursuit of happiness through adjustment is ultimately misguided. He calls for a critical examination of the values we adopt and their true impact on our lives.