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Let’s face it: We’re (still) lonely. In fact, one in five employees worldwide currently feels lonely at work. One factor contributing to this loneliness epidemic may be a lack of friendships. Having friends at work can make or break our overall job satisfaction, and for many adults, the workplace is where we tend to cultivate…
Health equity (or lack thereof) impacts multiple dimensions of personal well-being and can have a dramatic effect on employee job satisfaction. But what exactly is health equity? What does it look like in the workplace, and how can organizations work to become more equitable when it comes to employee health and wellness? In a special…
What is that spark that can connect us more deeply and more meaningfully to our lives and our work? Transcendent states of joy and awe contribute to a more positive relationship with work and can even impact our relationships with others. While this concept may seem nebulous, it is likely we have all experienced transcendence…
From the increased necessity for remote work to trends in employee turnover and new generations entering the workforce, work as we have known it is changing. Although these numerous changes have forced organizations to adapt rapidly, one aspect where workplaces are still falling behind is culture.
In recent years, a startling trend has emerged: We are feeling lonelier than ever, especially at work. BetterUp reports that 69% of U.S. employees are not satisfied with the opportunities for connection in their workplace. This is especially troubling because most of us spend a majority of our time at work, surrounded by colleagues and…
If we are going to positively change the health and well-being for people in every nation, in every community, in every workplace, and in every team, science alone is not enough. We also need art to help us do that work.
Emotionally intelligent leaders help to foster a culture of psychological safety, inclusion and belonging, and employee voice – things that are essential to creating healthy organizations.
Before the COVID pandemic, workers talked about not having capacity and a less than optimum work/life balance. Now, after over 40+ months of the pandemic, with work-from-home and return to/hybrid work dynamics, social justice, and hyper-partisan politics, workers feel like they have been pushed to the brink of exhaustion from feelings of being overwhelmed.
Can you imagine going to a conference and coming back even more refreshed than when you showed up? Check out these 10 opportunities to nourish your well-being at WELCOA Summit this year.
Consider these 7 habits and rituals to add to your weekly routine to boost your own happiness – they are guaranteed to elevate your mood and put a smile on your face.
