In this course you will engage in a series of challenges designed to increase your own happiness and build more productive habits. As preparation for these tasks, Professor Laurie Santos reveals misconceptions about happiness, annoying features of the mind that lead us to think the way we do, and the research that can help us change. You will ultimately be prepared to successfully incorporate a specific wellness activity into your life.
THE SCIENCE OF WELL BEING WAS PRODUCED IN PART DUE TO THE GENEROUS FUNDING OF THE DAVID F. SWENSEN FUND FOR INNOVATION IN TEACHING.
Mindfulness is a practice that can help you quickly calm down and effectively manage stress. New research shows that when teachers learn mindfulness, they are calmer and happier, which helps improve the learning environment, too.
Watch these seven short videos to learn about the many benefits of mindfulness and techniques to practice it throughout the day.
This Educator Guide focuses on one of eight key socialemotional competencies promoted by the EdSERT program: Optimistic Thinking.
Working in education is extremely rewarding, but there are always those school days that feel extremely difficult and stressful. Some stress is perfectly normal, but if it gets out of control, stress can lead to some pretty harmful health concerns including hypertension, headaches, and even anxiety and depression.
This school year, be proactive about keeping your stress levels under control — and your health in check. Try these 10 de-stressing tips to find out which work best for you.
~ Kristin Hinton