Karen EamensWhy being happy at work mattersIt used to be that we didn’t really expect to be happy at work. Work was simply a means to an end — the weekend — 48 precious hours away…May 26, 2019May 26, 2019
Karen EamensOptimist or Pessimist? And why it matters.Negative emotions narrow your range of vision whereas positive emotions expand it. Research has shown that you are more likely to see…May 25, 2019May 25, 2019
Karen Eamens10 ways to reduce stress with happinessA career in teaching is both rewarding and uniquely challenging. It doesn’t matter where, who or what you teach: the pace of change is…Apr 21, 2019Apr 21, 2019
Karen EamensWhat’s your ‘why’?We all have an innate desire to feel like we’re contributing to something meaningful. But sometimes, work can feel a bit like Groundhog…Mar 17, 2019Mar 17, 2019
Karen EamensWhy laughter really is the best medicineHave you had a good giggle today? Maybe a snort inducing chuckle? Or better yet, a proper belly laugh that brought tears to your eyes…Mar 17, 2019Mar 17, 2019
Karen EamensHow to feel more energised by workDo you feel engaged at work? Or are you on autopilot? Maybe feeling bored? Or worse still, burnt out?Mar 8, 2019Mar 8, 2019
Karen EamensHow can we find happiness at work?If school sucks, if you’re always feeling drained and exasperated, but held captive to the profession by your pension, overwhelmed by…Mar 8, 2019Mar 8, 2019
Karen EamensWhat is happiness and does it really matter?In 2013 Pharrell Williams encouraged us all to ‘clap along if you know what happiness is to you’. It seems like a pretty straightforward…Mar 8, 2019Mar 8, 2019