Holiday Wishes Part 1: The Happiness Myth

The video series 'Holiday Wishes' aims to help middle school students improve their holiday experiences by shifting their focus from personal desires to helping others. It discusses the common holiday expectations and disappointments, introducing the concept of perspective as a way to enhance happiness. By focusing on giving rather than receiving, students can have a more fulfilling holiday season, regardless of their personal circumstances.

What is the main goal of the 'Holiday Wishes' series?

• To teach cooking recipes

• To improve middle school life

• To learn new languages

• To explore different cultures

What is a common desire during the holiday season?

• Traveling to new places

• Receiving presents

• Meeting new friends

• Learning new skills

What can cause disappointment during the holidays?

• Not getting the desired gifts

• Having too much free time

• Eating too much food

• Watching too many movies

What is the definition of perspective?

• A way to organize events

• A method of solving problems

• A way of seeing things from a certain point of view

• A type of holiday celebration

How can perspective affect your holiday experience?

• It affects the length of the holiday

• It influences your happiness during the break

• It changes the weather conditions

• It determines the number of gifts you receive

What is the key to having the best holiday ever?

• Shifting focus to helping others

• Focusing on personal problems

• Traveling to exotic locations

• Buying expensive gifts

What happens when you focus on helping others during the holidays?

• Your own problems become bigger

• You feel better and your problems seem smaller

• You receive more gifts

• You feel more stressed