Most people have something they are good at, whether its a hobby or something they do professionally. However many people don’t realize they can help by teaching others what they are good at.

Teaching does not have to be done in a classroom or any professional setting for that matter. In fact it can be as simple as showing your friend how you made that cool computer background. Teaching is not just showing however. You also must guide the person through the process. Let them know what they are doing right and what they can improve on. Also be ready to answer any questions they might have.

Now how does this help my happiness?

Well, having taught people myself I can tell you that you get a great sense of accomplishment by helping others. Its also a good feeling when you look at how someone has improved just since you started helping them. Also teaching makes you look at the finer points of a skill. This in turn actually helps you become better at it.

I know many people are thinking, “I have a busy schedule, I don’t have time to teach.”  Although many of you don’t realize that you might already be teaching. Helping your children with homework, or playing a sport can be a form of teaching. Even helping a family member with computer problems can be. You are helping someone with a problem, and therefore improving their knowledge in that specific skill. If you don’t already do this though, you should think about it. You can pass on valuable knowledge to others, and possibly even grow closer in the process.