Well, well, well, look who's already halfway through the year! It seems like just a few blinks ago when you were planning out your wellness strategies and campaigns for 2023.

But now, six months have whizzed by, and it's time to take stock.

How's it all going?

Are you confidently meeting your objectives, or is there some uncertainty lingering in the air?

If you find yourself in the "I'm not sure" zone, don't panic! We've got your back. Keep reading to discover practical ways to evaluate and revitalize your program with a mid-year checkup.

Feeling the weight of the world on your shoulders?

We get it.

Juggling the delicate art of keeping employees happy, healthy, and motivated can sometimes feel like herding caffeinated cats.

In the fast-paced world of HR and worksite wellness, staying inspired and informed is crucial. TED Talks, known for spreading ideas from various fields, are an excellent resource for gaining new perspectives and insights.

Let these TED Talks be your secret weapon on your journey to becoming the wellness hero your team deserves. These talks will not only inspire you but also provide practical advice and innovative ideas to enhance your wellness programs.

Grab a cup of coffee, sit back, and get ready to be inspired!

Wellness activities come in all shapes and sizes.

As you likely know, some are total hits while others are flops. So how do you know what a good wellness activity looks like for your company?

It comes down to a few things like planning, feedback, and positive behavior change opportunities. Above all, it’s all about the employees.

Below, we break down essential elements of successful wellness activities to create your own that employees will love.

Picture this: a bustling office environment, employees immersed in their tasks, heads buried in screens, and minds consumed by deadlines. In the midst of this frenzy, it's all too easy for stress levels to skyrocket, leading to decreased productivity and diminished well-being.

As an employer, you hold a powerful key to combating this and fostering a healthier workplace: the power of the senses.

Yes, you read that right.

Our senses, those remarkable tools that shape our perception of the world, can be harnessed to transform the work environment and help manage stress among your employees. Each person possesses a unique blend of senses, from the familiar five - sight, hearing, smell, taste, and touch - to lesser-known ones like balance and body awareness. Together, they offer a gateway to a wealth of possibilities for enhancing well-being and productivity.

Below we explore how to heighten the senses at work and provide practical ways to incorporate sensory experiences into your daily routine.

Are you looking to improve employee resilience in the workplace?

You’ve come to the right place.

Luckily, there are many ways to build resilience skills that benefit workers professionally and personally. Life can be challenging and having the tools necessary to handle it emotionally and physically can make it easier to see the light on the other side.

Helping your team build these skills benefits everyone in the workplace as it helps individuals better cope with traumas, setbacks, failures, and disappointments.

Below, learn more about what workplace resilience is, the skills needed to bounce back from hard times, and tips to help your employees be more resilient.

We all want to live our best lives, but in today's fast-paced world, it's easy to get caught up in the chaos and lose sight of what really matters. And let's not forget about those desperate late-night Google searches for ways to turn our lives around magically. (But hey, no judgment here, we all do it!)

The good news is that there's a simple solution — focusing on your habits! 

Picture your habits like a garden. Cultivate a beautiful, bountiful life by planting the right seeds. The same goes for your happiness and health. Certain habits nourish or deplete your mind and body! In fact, seven healthy habits, in particular, have a huge impact on our well-being.

So, let's dive into these secret habits of happiness and start living our best lives!

Our nation is truly a melting pot. 

Can you say the same for your company?

A good question to consider: How much diversity in the workplace do you see when you consider your employees? Diversity in the workplace not only offers employees unique experiences to work with others, but it also improves financial performance and overall fund returns for companies, according to Harvard research.

Figures from the most recent Census show the nation’s population is diversifying even faster than initially predicted. By 2060, nearly 60% of the U.S. population will be racially ethnic minorities, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

If you’re interested in improving your company culture and employee experience, looking at ways to diversify your workforce is a step in the right direction.

Below, learn about the biggest benefits of diversity to your workers and company and how to incorporate diversity in the workplace.

There’s no better time to focus on workplace wellness than during Global Employee Health and Fitness Month.

The international observance begins May 1 and is an ideal time for employers to continue promoting healthy lifestyle benefits.

Whether focusing on health is the norm in your workplace or your company is just starting out with wellness perks, companies of all sizes are encouraged to participate.

If you want to highlight your wellness programs, kick off a health campaign, or simply just have fun at work with health and fitness, this post is for you!

When was the last time you encouraged your employees to use vacation days?

The benefits of vacation can’t be denied — if you’ve ever looked at the face of an employee who recently returned from vacation, you know how relaxed they look. On the other hand, workers who don’t get to take time off are often exhausted and negative, which can spread throughout an organization quickly.

Worse yet, it can lead to burnout and even quiet quitting.

On average, Americans aren’t great about taking all their vacation days. In fact, by the end of 2021, Americans had 9.5 unused vacation days left, according to a 2023 January study by Qualtrics, a software company. For companies looking to promote a healthy work-life balance, a vacation is a necessity for employees to have.

Don’t let that happen to your workers. Vacations are the perfect time for employees to take a much-needed break and renew their energy — mentally and physically.

If you’re not sold on the benefits of vacation, you’ll find all the research below that backs why employees do better when they can enjoy quality time off.

When was the last time you did a well-being activity you loved? 

If you say there’s never time, remember that focusing on wellness doesn’t have to be an all-day event. In fact, it can be done in spurts as short as 10 minutes!

Both physical and mental well-being matter and there are short and simple activities for both that can make you feel your best.

This post offers a variety of ways for adults to bring more well-being moments into their lives. Whether it’s picking up a jump rope, coloring, taking a walk with a neighbor or colleague, or just stretching — these ideas are easy for anyone to do any day of the week!