You might be thinking, “I’m not creative, creativity is just for artists.” Creativity doesn’t just involve things like painting, performing or writing a book. There are numerous ways to unleash your creativity both personally and in your workplace. So you might be thinking – why does it matter? Increased creativity in the workplace and in your personal life leads to positive… Read More »Why creativity is not just for creatives
We recently delivered a Doodle Break to ADP Canada employees and towards the end we had a lot of meaningful discussions around ADHD in the workplace. It’s estimated that adult ADHD affects more than 8 million adults (or up to 5% of Americans). Many of them don’t even know it. Several studies suggest less than 20% of adults with ADHD are aware that… Read More »Think Outside the Lines: Using Doodling to Manage ADHD Symptoms in the Workplace
Substance abuse and emotional numbing continue to be on the rise in the workplace. Studies have shown that job demands and job insecurity are associated with increased alcohol use among working adults. However, this increase is not just limited to alcohol, but also other substances and emotional numbing as a way to cope with the stress and pressure of modern-day living,… Read More »Unmasking Emotional Numbness: A Roadblock to Peak Performance
As workplace wellness initiatives become increasingly popular, it’s important for employees to view these initiatives as something fun and enjoyable rather than just another task on their to-do list. One way to do this is by introducing a unique and engaging wellness activity such as mindful doodling. What is Mindful Doodling? Mindful Doodling is a creative and relaxing activity that… Read More »Rev Up Your Wellness: Mindful Fun for Employees
Stress, anxiety, and mental health continue to be a growing concern in many countries around the world. 83%, the overwhelming majority, of US workers suffer from work-related stress. 57% of US and Canadian workers feel stress daily, compared with 43% of people globally. While on a trade mission to San Jose, Costa Rica and Panama City, Panama, employee mental health,… Read More »One World, One Struggle: The Common Bond of Employee Stress
Jacinda Ardern, the Prime Minister of New Zealand, recently announced that she would be stepping back from her position due to burnout. This news has brought world wide attention to burnout, particularly in high-pressure and high-stress work environments. Burnout is serious and can have a significant impact on an individual’s mental and physical health, as well as their work performance.… Read More »Jacinda Ardern’s Burnout: A Wake-up Call for High-Pressure Work Environments
In today’s fast-paced business world, it’s easy to get caught up in the rat race of trying to improve team performance and productivity. But did you know that the secret to success lies in empowering your employees? Empowerment is not just a buzzword, it’s a vital ingredient in building a high-performing team. When employees feel empowered and in control of… Read More »Empowering Employees: How Personal Growth Enhances Team Dynamics and Performance 🏆
Have you read the latest results from Healthy Minds Monthly Poll by the American Psychiatric Association (APA)? Here are a couple that I thought were worth noting as you plan for 2023; “Americans are telling us that they are concerned about their mental health going into the New Year and we must continue to prioritize our physical and mental wellness as a… Read More »Strategies for Supporting Employee Well-Being at Work
Do any of these thoughts sound familiar? “I have a million things going on right now” “If Bob had this done, I could complete the work” What are the commonalities? These are both stress stories. You may not realize it, but the stories you are telling yourself may be sabotaging your ability to manage your everyday stress levels. How to know… Read More »How Employees hang onto stories? 📓
Have you ever had that feeling where there is too much to do and not enough time? Then you start to feel panicky and anxious and lose focus? With only 4 weeks left in the year and the holiday season upon us, a lot of these feelings are elevated. In fact, packed schedules and often poor time management is a… Read More »A win win solution for year end stress
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