Lesson 1: What is Happiness?
What makes people feel good? Does lifting their spirits boost performance? Happiness lies at the core of the human experience, and is a complicated and subjective topic.
Different people may have varying perspectives on what happiness means to them. However, there are some general principles that can help you gain a better understanding of happiness.
This lesson is about:
(a) Defining Happiness
(b) What Makes us Happy – The Key Factors
(c) Focusing on the Positive
Lesson plan
- What is Happiness? – 3 sections + check understanding question after each
- Optional Extras – 1 page PDF articles
- How Happy Are You – Self-test
- Recap Quiz – What is Happiness?
- Personal Experience
Lesson 2: Finding Joy at Work
In a world where stress and demands can feel like everyday companions, finding happiness at work, school or college might seem like chasing a rainbow.
But being happy at your job or at school or college can make a big difference. It’s not just about smiling while you work – it’s about feeling good inside and out.
Studies have revealed that when you’re content in your work environment , you’re not only more creative and productive, but you’re also taking care of your mental and physical health. Having a toolkit that helps you find happiness in your job, school or university – from feeling like what you do matters to building great relationships with your peers or colleagues – is waiting to unlock a happier you at work.
This lesson is about:
(a) The Benefits of Being Happy
(b) The Flip Side
(c) The Power of Play
Lesson plan
- Finding Joy at Work – 3 sections + check understanding question after each
- Optional Extras – 1 page PDF articles
- Meaningful Work
- Recap Quiz – Finding Joy at Work
- Personal Experience
Lesson 3: Happiness and Change
In the face of change, emotions can range from excitement and anticipation to fear and trepidation. Whether it be the end of a cherished relationship, the start of a new career/school/university, or simply adjusting to the ebb and flow of life’s unpredictability, change challenges our ability to adapt and find happiness within the changes life brings.
But, can happiness co-exist harmoniously with change, or are they adversaries locked in an eternal struggle? Our capacity to find happiness is intricately connected to how we embrace and navigate the winds of change.
In this lesson we will look at:
(a) Understanding How to Navigate Emotion
(b) Dealing with Change: How to Stay Positive and Motivated
Lesson plan
- Happiness and Change – 2 sections + check understanding question after each
- Optional Extras – 1 page PDF articles
- Profiting from Setbacks and Change
- Recap Quiz – Happiness and Change
- Personal Experience
Workshop
- This Workshop is called Pecha Kucha – Chit Chat
- Workshop Preparation
- What is Pecha Kucha? – link
- Finding More Fun.pdf
- TAG Feedback Model.pdf
- Video Call Etiquette.pdf
- For Facilitators: Lesson Plan
- Facilitator Workshop Feedback
Reflection & Feedback
Course Feedback – From You
- Your Course Experience
Workshop Feedback – From You
- Your Workshop Experience
Reflection & Feedback For You
- Your Module Takeaways