Gratitude and Generosity are Keys to Teacher Happiness - Luis Valentino
Happiness is certainly choice you have to make. You can decide to be happy when everything is working against you or be sad when everything is alright. A happy teacher will always deliver exceptionally well because they bring a positive attitude to their daily work. Dr. Luis Valentino, a career educator who has supervised and mentored hundreds of teachers believes that happiness plays a key role in the teaching and learning experience in classrooms. It also reflects the quality of life teachers lead outside of their careers. So, do you know how to be happy in your teaching profession? Well, the key to happiness knows where to source your happiness.
Living happy
Happiness is not only a result but also a driver. As a matter of course, happy teachers tend to accomplish more in their careers. There are several ways through which you could improve your happiness hence boosting your productivity. Here is how to become and remain a happier teacher.
Exercise
Most teachers do not find time for exercise which has an impact on your health and happiness. According to experts, seven minutes of exercise a day could go a long way in improving your happiness levels. That said, you might consider dedicating a few minutes of your morning to engage in some routine exercise. This will not only raise your energy levels, but you will be happier throughout the day.
Be generous
Connecting with other people plays an integral role in improving your happiness. Whenever you have a positive impact on another person, you not only make the learner happy but you will also feel fulfilled. This will lead to having a positive impact on your learners, and will make you will feel a form of contentment.
Be grateful
It is a common belief that being happy will lead you to showing gratitude. Contrary to this belief, showing gratitude is the true source of happiness. However, gratitude is a choice which most people forget to make. How do you remember to show gratitude? All you have to do is count the blessings and gifts you have in your life. This will give you more than enough reason to be happy and thankful for your life. After all, there are many people who would like to live a life like yours.
Meditation
Meditation is a great habit that helps in boosting your attention, focus and happiness. Through meditation, you will be able to remain calm despite the difficult situations faced by teachers. Meditation helps you to clear your mind, bring peace to your emotions, and rest your heart. This explains why after meditation you feel contentment and calmness.
Conclusion
Your happiness largely depends on your thoughts and deeds. In addition, your happiness levels will also play a key role in determining your performance and that of your learners. Luis Valentino recommends daily practice of generosity and gratitude as a strategy for health attainment and maintenance.
