Positive Education and it's Effect on Learning by Leticia Cariño

Character Strengths

leticiacarino2 — 2022-10-20 02:55:12 UTC

The 24 Character Strengths

In the early 2000s, something groundbreaking occurred in the social sciences: Scientists discovered a common language of 24 character strengths that make up what’s best about our personality. Everyone possesses all 24 character strengths in different degrees, so each person has a truly unique character strengths profile. Each character strength falls under one of these six broad virtue categories, which are universal across cultures and nations. See the full character strengths list here and learn more about each one.

Gratitude

leticiacarino2 — 2022-10-20 02:56:28 UTC

What is the first thing that comes to mind when you see this?
How thinking "We" instead of "Me" can help you feel more fulfilled in life and thrive?

Character Strengths. Take the VIA survey.

leticiacarino2 — 2022-10-20 06:34:35 UTC

Why take the survey?
The VIA Survey is the only free, scientific survey of character strengths in the world. Take this simple, 10 minute character test and discover your greatest strengths. Research shows that knowing and using your character strengths can help you:

Increase happiness and well-beingFind meaning and purposeBoost relationshipsManage stress and healthAccomplish goals

Self Care is Essential.

leticiacarino2 — 2022-10-24 03:02:23 UTC

"Put on your oxygen mask on first, then assist others."

Intro

leticiacarino2 — 2022-10-24 07:51:28 UTC

Please watch this short video to understand the purpose of this learning experience

Emotions

leticiacarino2 — 2022-10-24 07:58:46 UTC

Please listen to this audio, then, look at the following post and choose a picture

leticiacarino2 — 2022-10-24 13:03:08 UTC

Gratitude Choice Board

leticiacarino2 — 2022-10-24 13:15:44 UTC

Check out this resource. Credit to Andrew Milne. You can follow him and his journey on Twitter @carmelhealth and his blog https://slowchathealth.com/
Please take a moment to answer these questions on the padlet:
Why did you select this resource?
What did you learn from this resource?
How can you apply what you learned to your daily life?

Can You Choose One Character Strength that Is Your Greatest Strength?

leticiacarino2 — 2022-10-24 13:35:29 UTC

Take a few minutes to reflect on your choice. Why did you choose that one? Was it hard to chose just ONE? How would you feel if you could choose 3 or 4 instead? Please add your thoughts to the padlet. Thank you.

Sharing Thoughts and Reflecting. Exit Ticket

leticiacarino2 — 2022-10-24 13:42:32 UTC

One way to impact learning and make it stick is to reflect on what you read and think about how you can use it in your daily lives, personally and professionally.
I would like to thank you in advance for sharing your ideas and thoughts in the padlet by commenting on the post or adding your post below each column. These are totally anonymous, but feel free to add your name if you prefer. Also, please complete this FLEx-it Ticket once you have finished this module

Character Strength Activity

leticiacarino2 — 2022-10-24 13:51:37 UTC

How could you use this activity with the adults you work with?
Do you think starting a meeting with something like this can make everyone more ready for the meeting? Time is always an issue and, how could we make the most of the meetings if we have our minds wandering?
How could you change/adjust this idea to best fit your needs?
Please add your thoughts on the padlet. Thank you!

Activity

leticiacarino2 — 2022-10-25 06:50:14 UTC

Please get a piece of paper and a pencil and draw/trace your hand. Then think of five people who are really important to you, who are always there for you, and write their names on top of your fingers. Now think of how these people are here for you, what have they done to support you or what would they do. Write those things next to the fingers or on the hand.
How do you feel about these people? Do you go to them for the same things?
Please feel free to share in the comments an idea of how you could use this activity in your own setting. Would it be something you could do in class? How else could you have others thinking and acknowledging who is there for them? How their crew is?

Positive Emotions

leticiacarino2 — 2022-10-25 07:20:40 UTC

Please listen to this recording. Look at the photos again and choose one that represents you when you have strong, positive emotions.

Engage

leticiacarino2 — 2022-10-25 07:26:59 UTC

How is this little experiment making you feel?
Why is important to be aware of your emotions?
Do you know that emotions last for 90 seconds? How could you use this knowledge to approach emotional situations with students or even colleagues?

Please use this space to add other posts with ideas, resources or tools that can inspire others. Thank you!

leticiacarino2 — 2022-10-25 07:28:50 UTC

Thank You Cards

leticiacarino2 — 2022-10-27 07:29:22 UTC

Want to write thank you cards to your students but don't know how to start?
Look no further.
Credit to Andrew Milne on this one too.

Please access this padlet as an extension of this module

leticiacarino2 — 2022-11-04 00:26:44 UTC

Date to lead- Brene Brown.

bonniejensen1 — 2022-11-05 06:06:55 UTC

I am reading this book at the moment and she delves into feelings of vulnerability and fear. It has made me reflect a lot about being vulnerable by also taking care of myself and how to express this as a leader or members of a team.

alisonstanton2 — 2022-11-07 06:06:24 UTC

I agree Leti. Self care is not selfish. We need to be kind and care for ourselves so we can then care for others. Alison

alisonstanton2 — 2022-11-07 07:23:12 UTC

I enjoy reading Eckhart's books and listening to his podcasts. They help me to reflect and think deeply about positive practices and changes I can make in my thinking and behavior. "The primary cause of unhappiness is never the situation, but your thoughts about it.”

Nature Fix

sarahwakefield — 2022-11-08 02:56:57 UTC

I read this book a few years back when I was in Japan. It was really powerful for validating how real an effect nature has on our well-being. I miss “forest bathing” every weekend.

Heartbreak

sarahwakefield — 2022-11-08 03:00:45 UTC

I have not read this one, but based on an interview & how much I loved her other book, I think this can be good at looking at things that actually are likely to help you when you are suffering from a deep loss, rejection or heartbreak.

It was amazing that i can give myself an opportunity and a bit of quiet time to look back and look around the people around me who have given their love, care and support to me.

emilieqi1 — 2022-11-08 09:21:26 UTC

Free Happiness course from Yale

sarahwakefield — 2022-11-08 13:18:29 UTC

This podcast is awesome & explains the things that can contribute to happiness.

I believe the course was free before. I’m guessing it still is. Definitely worth a listen!

rachelgarthe — 2022-11-09 11:52:07 UTC

I agree, it's easier said than done... but it's nice to be reminded and encouraged to do this. It's not selfish but part of what helps us to be present for others.

The Happy Secret to Better Work

rachelgarthe — 2022-11-09 16:52:57 UTC

I really enjoyed this Ted Talk and regularly come back to it. I've used it a few times as a provocation or an inclusion but also as a reminder and self-reflection.

melissapritchard1 — 2022-11-10 09:41:42 UTC

Like the metaphor for recharging our batteries as I think of taking care of myself like this. Solar charged batteries for sure ;-)

The Happiness Lab Podcast

melissapritchard1 — 2022-11-10 11:09:54 UTC

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-happiness-lab-with-dr-laurie-santos/id1474245040
She has some great episodes to listen to!

tinamoyale2 — 2022-11-11 13:18:48 UTC

I watched a couple of videos from the selction board and really liked "An Experiment with Gratitude." Often we feel gratitude, appreciation and love for people and things, but we never get to express it. I have always made it my mantra to tell people how grateful I am for them and express it especially when the moments of joy and appreciation arise. Wayne Dyer once said, "do not die with your music inside of you" meaning, tell people how you feel while you still can. It is of no use once they are gone and cannot hear you. This experiment also showed statistics of how your happiness increases when you express gratitude. Loved it.

tinamoyale2 — 2022-11-11 13:27:16 UTC

I connect with the bush fire. I burn inside and outside. I am not able to put out the fire by hiding my emotions and as time moves without resolving the emotions, the fire keeps spreading, I find that I always need to put out the fire quickly before it spreads further.

Self Care

lukecreamer — 2022-11-11 14:03:31 UTC

When ever I don't take care of myself or my health is low, I am not functioning at my best. I realise this effects my optimal functioning as a teacher, colleague, parent, friend and partner.

Character

lukecreamer — 2022-11-11 14:06:26 UTC

As many have mentioned, how can I pick one, however if i had to I would chose Honesty. Honesty to my own values and when interacting with others.

Kid President all the Way!

lukecreamer — 2022-11-11 14:08:38 UTC

I chose Kid President because he is hilarious and sums up life from a kids perspective... the best and most positive perspective. I learnt that we all need to try to take a little slice of kid presidents positivity into the day and it can't not rub off on others.

emilieqi1 — 2023-11-10 11:13:02 UTC

This month is our school's Gratitude month". I suppose it is a good time for me to think about this topic.

character strength focus for students

rellemaxwell — 2023-11-11 14:21:15 UTC

I would like to focus on one student's character strength that I see each lesson at least once a week. Either taking them aside to tell them of what I observed from the lesson that showed one of the character strengths, or if there is not an opportunity to email the student to tell them.

Aim: I am hoping to lift student self confidence, know that someone recognises their strengths, and encourage the student to continue to use their strengths.

Aim #2: to uplift students who struggle in class academically or socially so they see that they have strengths as well.

The Secret Link Between Gratitude and Performance

2023-11-12 13:19:47 UTC

The article reminded me that the importance of the relationship between gratitude and performance is multifaceted and can vary across individuals and contexts. However, practicing gratitude in personal and professional life can amazingly change our performance, well-being, and overall success.

Tatiana

2023-11-12 13:39:23 UTC

I connect with an autumn tree in the field of storm. When I recognize that I am in negative emotional state, I remind myself that it will pass like nasty autumn weather or spring storm or winter blizzard. It helps me to accept negative emotions. Allow myself to experience and validate my feelings without judgment.

Self-compassion

2023-11-12 13:54:54 UTC

Self-compassion helps us develop inner strength and resilience. By offering ourselves some understanding, we build a foundation of self-acceptance and self-worth. This inner strength empowers us to face challenges, bounce back from setbacks, and recharge our batteries.

Self-compassion also reminds us that we are not alone and encourages us to seek support from others, fostering connection and a sense of belonging. When powerful again, we can function better, and be better professionals, parents, children, and friends.

Tatiana