Remember when we said that TeamOptix radically bases its coaching principles on the maxim that everybody deserves to be happy? When we look around the education sector, it’s easy to find stories of burnout, disengagement and unhappiness. In today's fast-paced world, fostering a truly engaged and happy workforce is a significant challenge. Let’s change that narrative and take a look inside ‘The Good Life’ where we prioritise wellbeing and positive psychology.
Starting with self-care
Achieving well-being starts with self-awareness and taking action for self-improvement, supported by a community of care. Self-care involves balancing physical, social, mental, spiritual and emotional health to manage stress and enhance life quality. Self-care reduces anxiety, stress, and burnout while improving happiness, energy and relationships. Prioritising self-care across various domains ensures we maintain overall wellness and effectively handle life's challenges.
Introducing positive psychology
Measuring happiness and using of positive psychology, specifically the PERMA model (Positive Emotions, Engagement, Relationships, Meaning, Accomplishment), enhances subjective well-being within teams and promotes a thriving workplace culture where all concerned benefit from a supportive, joyful and productive work environment.
Nurturing our own well-being and that of our teams can build resilience, enhance job satisfaction and prevent burnout – foundations for sustained professional success and fulfilment for ourselves and our teams. This is where we enter the crux of the matter – positive emotions engender a positive outlook and facilitate openness to collective leadership that can help slay the zombies of a toxic or malfunctioning culture.
Please see the TeamOptix wellbeing video and access TeamOptix.com for further guidance on enhancing well-being.
Pause for reflection
Let’s end this series with two contemplative questions:
1. How does our workplace culture support or hinder employee wellbeing?
2. What role does self-care play in executive performance, and how can we prioritise it without compromising goals?