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The Secret to a Happy and Healthy Life – ESL Lesson Plan

ESL lesson on happiness and wellbeing inspired by Robert Waldinger TEDx talk What Makes a Good Life

Unlock the keys to lasting happiness and wellbeing with this engaging lesson plan inspired by Robert Waldinger’s TEDx talk “What Makes a Good Life?”. Perfect for B2–C1 English learners, this 60–90 minute lesson combines thought-provoking discussion, vocabulary building, and video comprehension activities to explore what truly matters in life.

Students will:

  • Reflect on the role of relationships, health, and life priorities in long-term happiness.
  • Learn and practice essential vocabulary drawn from the TEDx talk.
  • Improve listening comprehension through guided video activities.
  • Develop speaking and critical thinking skills through engaging discussions.
  • Explore personal values and real-life connections in a meaningful way.

Ideal for teachers seeking a lesson that sparks reflection, conversation, and language development while connecting students to timeless insights from one of the world’s longest-running studies on happiness.

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Students practicing English discussion and vocabulary about health, relationships, and happiness

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