Science of Happiness Practices of MAPEH Master Teachers: Basis for a Positive Psychology-Inspired Leadership Model

This study examines the Science of Happiness practices among MAPEH master teachers at SDO Manila to develop a positive psychology-based leadership model tailored to music, art, physical education, and health educators. One hundred eighteen selected participants used a descriptive-quantitative method to complete a revised tool, approved by experts, that measured the frequency of their participation in eight activities related to happiness. The results showed that specific Science of Happiness practices were consistent across gender, age, education, marital status, length of service, and income, and that there were only weak to moderate associations between these practices and specific demographics. Notably, gender had a weak but significant association with spending time with friends and family. On the other hand, the practice of forgiving those who have wronged them showed a weak association with age, education, civil status, and length of service. Sonja Lyubomirsky's theory, which posits that life circumstances have little bearing on overall happiness, is supported by these results, highlighting the importance of intentional happiness practices for MAPEH teachers, regardless of external influences. Keywords: Leadership Model, Master Teachers, Science of Happiness, Positive Psychology, and Life Circumstances