Mental health struggles afflict more people than we think. A recent survey conducted by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) shows that 34% of employees aged 18-29 and 28% of employees aged 30-49 have considered leaving their current job because of its impact on their mental health. Worse still, 52% of workers experienced severe Read more…
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Workplace Wellness
What is Workplace Burnout and Eight Tips to Help Employees Manage It
Workplace stress has become an alarmingly common phenomenon, with 44% of workers reporting feeling stressed day-to-day, according to a 2022 Gallup poll. Chronic stress can lead to burnout, which then causes devastating physical, mental, and emotional effects if unchecked. In 2007, Thrive Global founder and CEO Arianna Huffington collapsed from exhaustion, burnout, and lack of Read more…
Workplace Wellness
How Wellness Programs Can Help Reduce Employee Burnout
Stress is not an uncommon occurrence, particularly in today’s workplace. But when left unchecked, sustained or excessive exposure to stress not only has a negative impact on employee health, but also on their ability to maintain their productivity. Given how much time employees spend at work, it’s crucial for organizations and their employees to work Read more…
Workplace Wellness
Ten Easy Ways to Boost Physical Health in a Fast-Paced Workplace
Given today’s increasing work demands and rapidly changing business landscape, the task of balancing ongoing responsibilities and maintaining good physical health remains more challenging than ever. Yet, neglecting our well-being can have long-term consequences not only on our health, but also on the level of energy needed for employees to maintain high workplace productivity. When Read more…
Benefits Strategy
The Road to Employee Wellness: Six Best Practices in Administering Wellness Benefits
As organizations increasingly recognize the link between employee well-being and productivity, workplace wellness programs will continue to be commonplace. According to a study, the majority of US employers already offer wellness programs, covering health screenings, promoting healthy activities, and supporting employees with chronic health conditions. The demand for robust wellness programs is expected to continue Read more…