How AI Can Improve Employee Well-Being

How AI Can Improve Employee Well-Being

In high-stress workplaces such as service industries, AI interventions can play a significant role in supporting employees’ work. AI-driven scheduling systems allow employers to create fair staffing processes, while AI-enabled tools take over repetitive job functions to free employees for more creative work. Wearable devices monitor employees’ levels of stress, and buildings outfitted with smart technology adjust environmental factors to make workers more comfortable. But ethical considerations arise because AI systems collect and analyze workers’ personal data. Employers must maintain a balance between efficiency and privacy. In the bustling corridors of hospitals and the fast-paced environment of hotels and restaurants, the quality of service delivered often depends on one crucial […]

Scientific Evidence for Yoga and Mindfulness in Schools: How and Why Does It Work?

Scientific Evidence for Yoga and Mindfulness in Schools: How and Why Does It Work?

As an education professional who is interested in school-based yoga, you might have already witnessed the benefits of yoga for your students. Still, a question remains. How and why is yoga beneficial for children and adolescents, and specifically, in the school setting? Scientific evidence for yoga in schools has grown exponentially over the past 5 – 10 years, and while the results are still preliminary, scientists are beginning to understand why yoga and mindfulness can serve as such a valuable component of school curricula nationwide. Research suggests that school-based yoga cultivates competencies in mind-body awareness, self-regulation, and physical fitness. And classroom teachers benefit as well. Taken together, these competencies may […]

Yoga In Schools May Help Kids With Anxiety

Yoga In Schools May Help Kids With Anxiety

At a time when stress in U.S. schools is on the rise, the results of a new study hammer home what others have shown: that yoga in schools may be a great benefit to kids’ mental health. The results, published in Psychology Research and Behavior Management, add to an already-convincing body of evidence, showing the range of benefits that yoga and meditation can confer on kids’ psychological development. Source: Forbes  The new study, from Tulane University, randomized third-graders who had some degree of anxiety to receive either a yoga and mindfulness intervention for eight weeks, or to receive usual care. Students in the yoga/mindfulness group had 10 sessions of Yoga Ed. either in the fall or spring; […]

The Dark Side of our Digital World

The Dark Side of our Digital World

We live in a digital world. Whether it’s for news, entertainment, work, or communication, chances are a digital device is involved. Few places are without access, and we are never more than a click away from being in touch with family, friends, or work. We’ve grown accustomed to this unnatural state of constant connectivity. We reach for our phones when we wake up and do a last check of things before bed. In fact, we even have new terms like “FOMO” – the fear of missing out – to describe what some individuals experience when they are away from their devices or social networks even for a short time. Source: […]

The ROI of Workplace Wellness in 2025: A Comprehensive Report

The ROI of Workplace Wellness in 2025: A Comprehensive Report

As we step further into 2025, one message is becoming crystal clear: workplace wellness is no longer a “nice to have” – it’s a strategic imperative. The ROI of Whole-Self Wellness in Business, our latest WISe Wellness Intelligence Report, breaks down why investing in employee well-being is one of the smartest business decisions leaders can make this year. Source: WISe Wellness as a Business Strategy Today’s workforce is redefining what matters most. Employees are prioritizing well-being over traditional perks like promotions or corner offices. They’re looking for support systems that address mental health, financial stability, flexible work, and a sense of purpose. This shift isn’t just cultural – it’s economical. […]

Despite economic pressure, employers still all in on employee wellbeing investments

Despite economic pressure, employers still all in on employee wellbeing investments

Employers today are facing “turbulent times” – from economic challenges to growing healthcare costs, tech disruptions and geopolitical challenges. Yet, despite those pressures, investment in employee wellbeing hasn’t waned – with signs that it will actually increase in the coming years. Source: HR Executive The findings were part of a survey of more than 130 Business Group on Health members – primarily Fortune 500 and large public sector companies – about their approach to employee wellbeing. Seventy-three percent of those surveyed said their investment in this area is staying the same in 2025, with 20% citing a small increase and 2% noting a large bump. Just 4% said their investment […]

What’s the secret to Denmark’s happy work-life balance?

What’s the secret to Denmark’s happy work-life balance?

Gabriel Hoces repeats a word seven times when he discusses what it’s like to work in Denmark – “trust“. Source: BBC “No one is trying to micromanage you, or look over your shoulder,” says Mr Hoces, who works for a tech firm in Copenhagen. “Bosses aren’t coming in to check if you put in eight or nine hours a day, as they mainly only care if you completed your projects. There’s a lot of trust in Denmark in that way, and I don’t feel a hierarchy at my job. It’s all very democratic. It is no surprise to Mr Hoces, a married father of two young daughters, that Denmark is […]

How to Measure Employee Wellness: 6 Metrics to Understand Your ROI

How to Measure Employee Wellness: 6 Metrics to Understand Your ROI

Employee wellness programs produce a happier, healthier, and more productive workforce. However, some companies feel disappointed with their program’s results. There are numerous reasons why employee wellness programs (specifically wellness challenges) fall short, but these problems can often be mitigated by appropriate planning, communication, and buy-in from senior leadership. The only real way to determine the efficacy of your wellness program is by measuring its return on investment (ROI). So, this guide discusses seven key metrics to keep tabs on as you roll out or update your program. Source: Benepass Benefits of an employee wellness program If you’re on the fence about offering an employee wellness program at all, here are three compelling reasons […]

The ROI of wellbeing: Business case insights from 2,000 HR pros

The ROI of wellbeing: Business case insights from 2,000 HR pros

More than ever, for an organization to build and maintain a strong workforce, it needs to care about its employees as individual people. That means supporting their wellbeing. Across the country and around the world, many HR leaders know this and have increasingly become vocal advocates for wellness programs that deliver real change throughout the business. But they face a tough challenge: a lack of clear, actionable data. Decision-makers who control the purse strings understand that wellness matters. They understand that it needs to be a priority. But they don’t know how to determine the concrete impacts of their investments into worker wellbeing. Source: Human Resource Executive The many ways wellbeing […]

How to Convince Your CEO & CFO to Invest in a Wellness Program

How to Convince Your CEO & CFO to Invest in a Wellness Program

Leaders are excited about wellness, but that enthusiasm doesn’t always translate into action. Despite all of the upsides C-suites see in these initiatives — from employee satisfaction to an increased competitive advantage — about half also view wellness programs as a fad in which they don’t see the value. When leaders want to support wellbeing but are unconvinced wellness programs will have a lasting impact, it’s not surprising they may hesitate to invest. Wellbeing is imperative, so you want a solution you’re confident works. Source: Human Resource Executive How to Calculate the ROI of Your Wellness Program If you feel overwhelmed at the idea of proving the financial ROI of […]