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From the Teacher Support Network, www.teachersupport.info. 50 THINGS THAT MAKE PEOPLE HAPPYby Victoria Bamber : 10 January 2012
Finding a ten pound note in the pocket of your jeans, climbing into bed with freshly washed sheets and seeing an elderly couple holding hands are three of the 50 things that make us happiest, a poll from Three Barrels Brandy has revealed. The study into happiness levels also showed that most people are the happiest on Saturday evenings, whilst Christmas Day has been described as the happiest day of the year, the Daily Express reports. "We can be having a terrible day at work when a quick thank you from the boss can pick us up and make us feel great. Similarly, we could be stuck in traffic when our favourite song comes on the radio and makes us forget about the nightmare daily commute. Small gestures from friends and family can also work wonders when you're feeling a bit down in the dumps," a research Spokesman said. Last year, we revealed in a survey by The Everyman Male Cancer Group that adults will spend around 18 months of their lives worrying with the main causes being the cost of living, being stuck in a rut or being out of shape. Teacher Support Network decided to find out if these results reflected the worries of teachers, so we asked the readers of our weekly e-newsletters to tell us what they were worried about. 44 per cent of those that responded said that workload was their biggest cause for concern. "Heavy workload, which feels relentless, with little empathy from senior management," explained one respondent for their choice. "Workload always an issue, would love to own my weekends," said another. "Having the time to do my job to the very best for the children in my class without having to compromise too much," added a third. Money was the second most common worry for our teachers, with job security, getting old, being stuck in a rut, being out of shape and school inspections also featuring highly. Interestingly, boring sex life did not appear in the list of concerns of the teachers that responded. "I expected that by the time I reached the age that I am, I would have some spare cash, but this isn't the case," read one comment. "Not being able to get a permanent job" complained one respondent. "Full of good intentions to trim up? The road to Hell is paved….!" added another. If you are particularly worried call our Support Line on 08000 562 561 (England), or 08000 855 088 (Wales) or why not look at this list of things that can make you happy. The list of 50 things that make people happy: 1. Finding a 10-pound note in an old pair of jeans 2. Going on holiday 3. Getting into bed with freshly washed sheets 4. Swimming in the sea 5. Waking up on a sunny day 6. Sitting in the sun 7. Being surprised with flowers or chocolates 8. Getting a nice message from a loved one 9. Cuddles 10. Getting a thank you card in the post 11. Seeing old people holding hands 12. Driving a car with the window down on a sunny day 13. Winning a tenner 14. Booking a holiday 15. Listening to your favourite song 16. Finding a bargain 17. Seeing an old friend 18. Picnic in the park 19. Getting promoted 20. Romantic night out 21. Hearing a song that reminds you of your past 22. Looking back at old photos 23. Making a new friend 24. Getting a quiet moment to yourself 25. Walks in the country 26. Hearing a baby laugh 27. Having a girlie/lads night out 28. Waking up on a Saturday morning and realising it's the weekend 29. Chocolate 30. Eating cake 31. Fitting into a pair of jeans you thought were too small 32. Praise from your boss 33. Smell of freshly baked bread or cookies 34. Warm bubble bath 35. Someone telling you you have lost weight 36. Finding out someone likes you 37. Sunday dinners 38. Smell of freshly cut grass 39. Landing at the holiday airport 40. Good hair day 41. Bank holidays 42. Passing a driving test 43. Swanky hotel rooms 44. Children doing well at school 45. Someone offering elderly people their seat on the bus or train 46. Someone giving you their car parking ticket at the car park 47. Waking up to find out it has snowed overnight 48. Drinking a cold beer after work 49. Eating comfort food 50. Kissing What makes you happy? Tell us on Twitter @teachersupport or on our Facebook page. Source information: Posted in: in the press, news, news, news, Article page: http://teachersupport.info/news/in-the-press/What-makes-people-happy.php Printable page: http://teachersupport.info/news/in-the-press/What-makes-people-happy-printer.php Copyright ©2012 Teacher Support Network or credited source. Please share this page with your colleagues! |
