EXPLORING EDUCATORS’ PROFESSIONAL MOTIVATION AND SUBJECTIVE HAPPINESS: AN EMPIRICAL ANALYSIS

Abstract

This study investigates the nature of educators’ professional motivation alongside their subjective happiness index. The research adopts psychological and pedagogical perspectives to examine both intrinsic and extrinsic motivational factors, as well as their relationship with professional satisfaction and well-being. The findings reveal that intrinsic motivation plays a decisive role in shaping educators’ job satisfaction and overall subjective well-being. Moreover, the social-psychological climate and institutional support significantly enhance professional happiness and resilience to stress. The results serve as a foundation for developing practical approaches aimed at strengthening constructive motivation and improving educators’ professional satisfaction.