Achievements, Same Energy, And Much More!

'All feelings are welcome, not all behaviors' - I read this quote somewhere last week, and it's still fresh. We can use this good advice in so many situations, from parenting to friendships to the workplace, isn't it?

Last week, Happiness At Work Newsletter completed 50 editions and I'm so happy about all the responses it has received. Onwards and upwards!

This week, I'm back with another interesting edition of the newsletter - Happiness At Work - packed with fresh insights, intriguing stories, and practical tips to brighten your work life.

Let's dive into the world of workplace happiness and keep our journey of joy and discovery rolling!

What Have You Achieved This Year?

Every year, I ask myself this question, and I've noticed that the answers become more meaningful with time. It's easy to focus solely on professional milestones, but the true measure of success often lies in the achievements that shape our personal lives.

Whether it's taking a much-needed holiday, celebrating a sibling's engagement, or returning to academic pursuits after a decade—these moments matter. They reflect not just who we are at work, but who we are as individuals. And yet, many of us hesitate to celebrate these personal victories, worried they won't stack up against our professional accomplishments.

But here's the truth - work is not the endgame; it's a stepping stone. It's what allows us to create a life where these personal milestones are possible. When we start counting these as part of our achievements, we're not just balancing work and life—we're integrating them.

So, as you reflect on your own year, consider this: if your work has enabled you to achieve something meaningful outside of it, you've reached a new level of work-life balance. And that is an achievement worth celebrating.

Be the Support System Your Juniors Didn't Have

• Think Back to Your First Days: Remember when you were just starting out? Those days when everything felt overwhelming, and you were trying so hard to prove yourself? It wasn’t easy to build that confidence and find your groove, especially without much guidance.
• Boost Their Confidence, Don’t Just Fix Problems: Just like Jay Pritchett telling his daughter that it’ll be okay in Modern Family, sometimes the best thing you can do is help your juniors believe in themselves. Psychology tells us that when we build someone’s confidence, we’re helping them become stronger and better problem-solvers on their own.
• Encourage a Growth Mindset: Help your juniors see challenges as chances to grow. When people believe they can get better with effort, they’re more likely to take on challenges and stick with them, even when things get tough. It’s all about encouraging that “I can do this” attitude.
• It’s Okay to Struggle: Let them know that everyone feels overwhelmed at times and that it’s normal. When you normalize these feelings, you make it easier for your juniors to speak up and ask for help when they need it.
• Lead with Positivity: Be the person who brings positivity into the room. A little encouragement goes a long way and can really strengthen the bond between you and your juniors. Plus, it makes them feel good about coming to you when they need support.
• Be the Mentor You Needed: Think about how much it would’ve meant to have someone like that when you were starting out. By being that person now, you’re not just helping your juniors—you’re also making your workplace a better, more supportive place for everyone.

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That's it from this time. This newsletter aims to initiate conversations about #happinessatwork as it's the future of work. I also believe in bringing new interesting topics and dope recommendations for you.

Keep It Hygge ideates and executes Happiness-at-work initiatives at various organizations. Get in touch with us. If you are looking for some unique, creative, and humane ideas and programs to increase the happiness quotient of your organization, hit us up!

If you like what you read, so share it with your colleagues, bosses, interns, clients, etc. See you next week.

Till then, Keep It Hygge!

Cheers,