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Meditation Apps: Workplace Fad Or The Key To A Happier Workforce?

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According to APA’s 2022 Work and Wellbeing Survey , 81% of individuals will be on the lookout for workplaces that support mental health when they apply for jobs in the future. Not supporting mental health in the workplace comes at a huge financial cost. Buddhify is another.

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Flexibility In Design: Turning A Workplace Into An Outdoor Oasis

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In the workplace, the pandemic changed everything: workers traded in cubicles and water cooler chats for their couches and furry friends. For companies to entice employees back to the office, the physical workplace experience must feel comfortable, enhance creativity, and improve well-being. adults are at an all-time high.

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From the archive: The role of workplace design in employee engagement

Workplace Insight

It certainly raises the question of what more can be done, including in terms of workplace design, to boost engagement levels amongst these employees. Key findings from the global workplace design report include: Employee engagement positively correlates with workplace satisfaction. Traditional work styles persist.

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Working Outside: A Critical Component In The New Ecosystem Of Work

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This news, paired with the realization that adulthood brings with it more stress, less energy and changes in health and well-being, is concerning – but all hope is not lost. Stress Relief : Breathing in fresh air reduces cortisol and other stress-inducing hormones, which can result in reduced feelings of anxiety and a more positive attitude.

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How My Experience as a Black Entrepreneur Shaped My Views on Building Financial Freedom

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Unfortunately, the entire experience was spoiled by an incident at a popular breakfast restaurant. Among the leading causes of this reluctance was their unwillingness to deal with racism in the workplace. After visiting a specialist, taking medication and undergoing hours of electrostimulation, I learned it was all stress-related.

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3 Ways to Better Connect With Co-Workers

On The Job

In the workplace, you're asked to be on teams with people who have different backgrounds, ideas and skills. Work will be less stressful. Are there any good restaurants I should try this weekend?" But isn't that we all do every week at work? There's a lot of advantages to finding more ways to connect with your co-workers.

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Redefining “Amenity” in the Workplace

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When designed well, amenities are an integral part of workplace infrastructure that enrich and support both physical and mental health. Conversations around office and workplace amenities typically start with a list of programs such as on-site baristas, fitness centers, and ping-pong tables, among many others.