Investing for Human Flourishing

In a Oct. 28, 2026 piece, John Coleman of Sovereign’s Capital argues that long-term investing should be evaluated by whether it supports “human flourishing,” not just returns. Drawing on research from Harvard’s Human Flourishing Program, he cites six dimensions—happiness and life satisfaction, mental and physical health, meaning and purpose, character and virtue, close social relationships, and financial stability. Coleman says these outcomes are shaped through pathways like family, work, education, and religious community—areas influenced by companies and real-estate investors. He also highlights a key finding: wealth and flourishing can diverge, raising questions for portfolio design.