Making winter BEAR-able! Knowing that winter can take a toll on the mental and physical health of their employees, Bill Kenney, CEO of Dermatology Consultants in Saint Paul, MN, and his Wellness Committee, decided to run a self-care program in February. Bill leads this company of 150 employees by supporting Read more…
Get outside and be active with friends, family, or co-workers! Whether at work or at home, with the darker winter days still dragging on it is common to feel sad or less energized throughout your day. Shorter and darker days affect your circadian rhythm, or internal body clock. This can Read more…
Often, when mental health is referenced, it aligns with a clinical diagnosis or treatment. Whereas the reference of mental wellbeing encompasses all elements of prevention, intervention, and support. Mental health impacts 20-30% of the workforce, and mental wellbeing impacts 100% of the workforce. Both are important!
Practicing gratitude has been shown to reduce the risk for depression and anxiety. It can also leave you feeling more content, devoted, and less stressed. Learn how you can enhance your personal gratitude practice and encourage gratitude at work.
Laughter is contagious! It draws people together and is great for your health. Laughing triggers physical and emotional changes in the body. This priceless medicine is fun, free and easy to use.
We can all benefit from honest conversations about mental health conditions and suicide because just one conversation can change a life. Although it is important to address suicide prevention year-round, Suicide Prevention Awareness Month provides our staff a dedicated time to address this difficult topic. Suicide awareness is particularly a Read more…
The wellbeing of construction workers is a critical issue that deserves our attention and action. By prioritizing worker safety, mental health, and total wellbeing, we can create a safer and more productive industry that benefits everyone.
By tackling hybrid-first with employee wellness strategies and solutions that are inclusive, meaningful, and rewarding, an onsite wellness program manager can help build an authentic program where employees feel valued.
After hosting several virtual trainings and events on stress management, coping strategies, the Meijer Campus Engagement Committee was TIRED of talking about how stressed everyone was. They decided to come up with creative ideas to still enrich employee mental wellbeing but do it in a fun way that also incorporated a social aspect.
Our guided meditation series includes sessions from 15 to 20 minutes, focussing on different meditation and relaxation techniques.