Wellness
Is Wellness A Skill You Can Teach Yourself?
Online training courses related to mental health and wellness, such as anxiety management and meditation, have risen significantly this year. This suggests that workers are taking a holistic approach to wellbeing at work and consider self-mastery an essential skill.
December 2, 2020
WFH Gift Guide: The Wellness Edition
As the pandemic drags on, many people are feeling increasingly anxious and frustrated. Why not give the gift of self-care this holiday season? From healthy meal subscriptions to easy-care home office plants, here are some thoughtful gift ideas for colleagues, friends and loved ones.
November 25, 2020
4 Easy Ways To Make Your Home Office Healthier
If your most common workplace of today is home, then it’s essential to think about ways in which you can make your home office healthier. Here are 4 ways to create a healthy home office, including tips on how to maximize natural light and choose the right office plants.
November 18, 2020
The Value Of Financial Wellness: A Q&A With HealthKick’s Founder, Erika Zauner
Two out of three employees are feeling more stressed than before the pandemic; much of this anxiety comes from financial concerns. Allwork.Space spoke to Erika Zauner, founder of HealthKick, to understand how organizations can provide financial support for their employees, and why they should.
November 11, 2020
International Stress Awareness Week: The Economic Price Of Additional Stress
Despite the negative effects the pandemic is having on our mental wellbeing, there’s a silver lining: people are now, more than ever, realizing the importance of mental health.
November 4, 2020
Employee Burnout Has Reached A New High, Survey Finds
Worrying new research shows that employee burnout has reached a two-year high.
October 28, 2020
Workplace Wellness: A Key Component Of The Employee Experience
Protecting the health and wellbeing of employees has emerged as the number one challenge to optimizing the workplace, according to recent report.
October 21, 2020
World Mental Health Day: Why Mental Health At Work Matters
Did you know that 41% of employees regularly feel stressed or burned out at work? To coincide with World Mental Health Day and to shine a light on the link between individual wellness and productivity at work, here is a global roundup of statistics about mental health in the workplace.
October 14, 2020
The New Workplace: From Wellness To Wellbeing
As hybrid models become the new norm, organizations will need to prioritize how to support remote workers, both at home and in the office.
October 8, 2020
Tackling Sedentary Behavior In The Workplace
COVID-19 has highlighted the importance of keeping active during the working day to combat sedentary behavior. Simple interventions in workplace design — such as sit-stand desks, activity-based zones and ergonomic workstation equipment — can encourage active working for a healthier lifestyle.
October 7, 2020
Do You Feel Financially Well? Employers Are Investing In Holistic Programs To Improve Financial Wellness
Although financial wellness has declined in recent months, employers are offering holistic financial wellness programs for the benefit of their workers. Why? Because employers recognize that financial wellness has a direct impact on their employees’ overall happiness, which leads to better productivity.
September 30, 2020
Are You Suffering From Work Anxiety? Here Are 5 Tips To Manage It
Around 40 million people in the U.S. are coping with anxiety. In the workplace, some anxiety is normal — such as the pressure of meeting a deadline — but it can become a serious problem if left unchecked. Here are some signs to watch out for, and what to do if you are suffering from anxiety.
September 23, 2020
Battling With Digital Overload? Here Are 5 Strategies To Help You Cope
Digital overload is the overwhelming ‘bombarded’ feeling that comes from being constantly connected to digital platforms. It leads to distraction and procrastination, “staying busy but producing little of value.” Here are 5 simple ways to reduce digital overload and reclaim more valuable time.
September 16, 2020
We’re Nearing A Mental Health Breaking Point: Here’s What Companies Can Do To Support Workers
The ongoing pandemic is adding pressure to workers, who are already concerned about job insecurity, market volatility, and their health. Companies need to act now by helping employees manage stress, maintain well-being and build resilience. This study offers advice on how to do it.
September 9, 2020
What Is The Wellness Wheel? Here’s How It Can Help You Lead A Plentiful, Balanced Life
What exactly does ‘wellbeing’ mean, and what does it feel like? A ‘wellness wheel’ could provide the answers. It’s a self-evaluation activity that helps you to understand in which areas you are thriving, or struggling. Wellness is a journey, not a destination, and this activity enables you to check in with yourself from time to time.
September 2, 2020
