Remove 2017 Remove Health Remove Medical Remove Survey
article thumbnail

Mothers Need Safe Spaces to Breastfeed at Work, and Employers Need to Lead the Charge

Success

One in three say they lack access to a reliable workplace lactation space, according to a large survey from Medela and Mamava of over 15,000 nursing parents. Yet, the survey above reports only 15% of public places are supportive and ready for nursing parents. If you are prioritizing employee mental health care, this is a part of it.

Health 321
article thumbnail

Humor in the Workplace: How to Be Funny at Work Without Crossing the Line

Success

economy up to $187 billion every year between lost productivity and health care and medical costs. A 2017 survey found that 91% of executives believe that a sense of humor is important for career advancement, and 84% feel that people with a good sense of humor do a better job.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Develop a Leader’s Mind

Success

And as founder of the Amen Clinics, I apply brain imaging science to clinical psychiatric practice, helping people overcome depression, brain injury and other debilitating issues through rediscovering brain health. But as a leader, it is vital that you understand the effect of brain health on your ability to lead.

Health 325
article thumbnail

The Power of Strong Friendships in Strengthening Well-Being

Success

A 2021 study by the “American Perspectives Survey” found that “15% of men have no close friendships at all, a fivefold increase since 1990.” Aside from emotional distress, loneliness may lead to health issues that are widespread and terrifying. Our social health helps our physical health. “We His heart breaks for them.

Health 317
article thumbnail

We all have relationship regrets — and here’s how we can learn from them

Ideas.Ted

Late one night in December of 2008, Amy received a message from a mutual friend that Deepa’s health had taken a serious downward turn. In the World Regret Survey, my collection of more than 18,000 individual regrets from people in 109 countries, many participants reported the sense of loss that accompanies a closed door. Full stop.”.