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Happiness Boosters
May 9, 2012
The growth of the human mind is still high adventure, in many ways the highest adventure on earth.
-Norman Cousins
-Norman Cousins
"Meditate. Neuroscientists have found that monks who spend years meditating actually grow their left prefrontal cortex, the part of the brain most responsible for feeling happy. But we don’t have to spend years in silence to experience this boost. Take five minutes a day to breathe slowly and deeply. Or use another form of meditation that works for you....
"Find things to look forward to. Anticipating a future reward lights up the pleasure centers in the brain, much as the actual reward does. One study found that people raised their endorphin levels simply by thinking about watching their favorite movie.....
"Commit acts of kindness. Acts of giving to friends and strangers alike have been found to reduce stress and enhance mental health....
"Exercise a signature strength. We’re all good at something, and each time we use that particular skill — whatever it is — we experience a burst of positivity....
"Believe in your ability to grow. Studies by Stanford University psychologist Carol Dweck have shown that whether or not we believe our intelligence is changeable directly affects our achievement. It’s a difference that she explains in terms of having either a “fixed mindset” or a “growth mindset.” With a growth mindset, we can recognize our innate abilities, but can also believe in our potential for growth and change through application and experience."
Most early childhood teachers enter the field with the goal of making a difference. If you or your peers are losing some of the initial idealism, our popular book, From My Side: Being A Child, can help you recharge your motivation. Sure to be treasured, this beautiful hardcover book celebrates the authors' lifelong travels to countries throughout the world. Over 200 full-color photographs illustrate how children learn from their environment when they are engaged in everyday life activities. Ideal for home and school, educators and parents.
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Displaying All 3 CommentsTrimble Co. Head Start
Bedford, Kentucky, United States
Time for Change in Head Start
The Carousel School, Inc.
Waltham, MA, United States
Happiness is giving to other people, love, kindness, and joy.
Everyday I try to write a note or send a card to those who have illnesses, or need encouragement of something they may be going through.
We get back ten times what we give if we take the time to recognize others who may be less fortunate than we are.
Phyllis A. Regan
Shelby County Head Start
Memphis, Tennessee, United States
Today is a good day, regardless of fatigue. I will enjoy this day because I am alive. As long as I am alive I can give to others my gift of happiness.
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