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Applying Happiness Exercises to Teaching

The "Science of Happiness" podcast, which focuses on research from the Greater Good Science Center of UC Berkely, has a guinea pig complete a different research backed happiness exercise. The guinea pig then comes on the podcast to reflect on the progression of their thoughts and feelings as they completed the exercise. With the school year approaching, I find myself reflecting on how hard it can be to stay positive during the grind of the year. I decided to take some of the exercises highlighted in the podcast and adapt them for teachers. My question was: How can we build these exercises into our week so we can feel more positive feelings towards our job when the grind gets hard? Time is valuable during the school year. Consider this time as an investment towards your own well-being. Life, and teaching, are all about longevity. It's important to take time to intentionally work on your own happiness so you can be the best teacher you can be. Consider replacing one ep