Small Happiness Boosters At Work
- Jul 10
- 1 min read
When I correctly remember a resident’s name. Or, conversely, when they remember mine
Getting morning greetings on the way to clock in. Trust me, its the best way to start the day.
Seeing the residents participate in morning exercise (shoulder rolls, flutter kicks, scissor kicks, rotate our wrists and our ankles)
Making someone laugh
Engaging in a meaningful conversation with a resident (preferably one that does not end with them crying)
A fist bump from my boss
Feeling like I’m a contributing member of the building’s ecosystem
When the kitchen staff makes me lunch
Hearing “thank you” for the little things I do
When residents engage in my activity
When residents tell me I’m doing a good job
Watching residents get excited by live entertainment
Unlimited coffee
Snacks in the office (everybody just gives us snacks and drinks)
Seeing my residents excel in activities I planned like scrapbooking
That satisfying sound when it comes to clocking in and out (using our fingerprints)
Working together as a team
Celebrating events (Knicks victory, the 4th of July)
Successfully parking a wheelchair in the dining room.
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