As we bid adieu to 2023, let's kick back for a moment, maybe with your go-to cozy drink in hand, and reflect on the whirlwind of employee health and wellness this year has been. From navigating the last ripples of pandemic challenges to finding that sweet spot of balance in our daily grind, this year has indeed been a treasure trove of insightful reads.
Each year, it's a joy to round up the best of the best from our blog — and let's just say, 2023 has been exceptional. We're excited to take a stroll down memory lane with you, our valued readers, celebrating the articles that resonated the most and revisiting the conversations that sparked our collective curiosity.
How do we do that? Data!
We dove into the data and sifted through the posts that garnered the most unique views throughout the year. While it's no surprise that mental health and stress relief articles continue to be crowd-pleasers, there were definitely a few unexpected gems in the mix. Have you been keeping up with all our posts? Did your favorite make the cut?
Keep reading to find out.
A Year in Review: Top 10 Must-Read Articles of the Year
Let's jump into these top 10 articles that have resonated most with our readers this year, reminding us of the valuable lessons learned and the laughter shared.
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The Annoying Cough After COVID: How Long Should It Last? This year kicked off with a bang, or rather, a cough. Our readers couldn't get enough of this article, which tackled the all-too-familiar post-COVID cough. Spoiler alert: if your cough is hanging around longer than your holiday decorations, it might be time to see a doctor.
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Well-Being on the Go: 10-Minute Activities for Adults Ah, the eternal struggle to find time for wellness in our hectic schedules. This gem provided busy employees with quick, 10-minute activities to boost well-being. Because who doesn't have 10 minutes between binge-watching episodes?
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Why Are Healthy Habits Important at Work and Home? In this eye-opener, we explored why munching on carrots at your desk and doing squats during commercial breaks isn't as crazy as it sounds. Healthy habits, folks – they're not just for health nuts.
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Finding Calm in a Minute: 11 Fast-Acting Stress Busters This post was a lifesaver for those moments when you feel like screaming into a pillow. Our readers learned 11 ways to de-stress faster than you can say "deadline."
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Try Thought Exercises to Enhance Your Mental Health & Well-Being Our brains got a workout with this post. Think of it as a gym session for your gray matter, minus the sweat and expensive membership.
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7 Habits You Need to Adopt for a Happier and Healthier Life Seven habits, endless possibilities. This article was about turning small changes into big results. And no, binge-watching Netflix isn't one of them.
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23 Ways to Enjoy More Outdoor Time in 2023 We encouraged readers to swap screen time for green time. Apparently, there's this thing called "outside" that's pretty cool.
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A 31-Day Health Challenge to Kick Off Your New Year Right This post was all about starting the year with a bang, or at least a slightly healthier diet. Thirty-one days, countless readers inspired. Coincidence? We think not.
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15 Fall Wellness Tips For Your Employee Newsletter Fall: the season of pumpkin spice and everything nice, including wellness tips. This one was a hit among the HR crowd, looking to spice up their newsletters.
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What is a Good Employee Wellness Activity? And finally, the article that had managers everywhere scratching their heads. Spoiler: mandatory fun is not the answer.
As we say goodbye to 2023, let's remember the lessons learned, the laughs shared, and the wellness journeys embarked upon. We'd like to extend a big thank you for joining us here and sharing your thoughts in the comments and on social media. Did your favorite post make the cut? Do you have any suggestions for topics you'd like us to cover more? Let us know in the comments below. We love hearing from you!
