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Did you know that 9 out of 10 Americans anticipate excessive stress during the holiday season? So, as we rapidly approach the end-of-year holidays, it’s important to remember that holidays are fun and exciting, they can also be stressful and take a toll on your emotional well-being. Putting your and your employees' emotional wellness on the backburner could cause mood changes and feelings of irritability, hopelessness and isolation. All of which, can negatively impact your offices. Read more about living well and mitigating stress this holiday season in our newsletter: https://lnkd.in/gpFVtbEa #HolidaySeason #EmployeeStress #EmployeeBenefits

Did you know that 9 out of 10 Americans anticipate excessive stress during the holiday season? So, as we rapidly approach the end-of-year holidays, it’s important to remember that holidays are fun and exciting, they can also be stressful and take a toll on your emotional well-being. Putting your and your employees' emotional wellness on the backburner could cause mood changes and feelings of irritability, hopelessness and isolation. All of which, can negatively impact your offices. Read more about living well and mitigating stress this holiday season in our newsletter: https://lnkd.in/gkZg2jNf #HolidaySeason #EmployeeStress #EmployeeBenefits

Did you know that 9 out of 10 Americans anticipate excessive stress during the holiday season? So, as we rapidly approach the end-of-year holidays, it’s important to remember that holidays are fun and exciting, they can also be stressful and take a toll on your emotional well-being. Putting your and your employees' emotional wellness on the backburner could cause mood changes and feelings of irritability, hopelessness and isolation. All of which, can negatively impact your offices. Read more about living well and mitigating stress this holiday season in our newsletter: https://lnkd.in/gtScsZxg #HolidaySeason #EmployeeStress #EmployeeBenefits

As we approach the holiday season, it's a time of joy and celebration for many, but we must also recognize that this can be a challenging period for some of our colleagues. It’s important to be sensitive and supportive of those who may be facing difficulties during this time. Here are a few reminders to keep in mind: 🎄 Listen and Show Empathy: Sometimes, just being there to listen can make a significant difference. If a colleague seems down, offer a supportive ear without pushing them to share more than they’re comfortable with. 🎄 Listen and Show Empathy: Sometimes, just being there to listen can make a significant difference. If a colleague seems down, offer a supportive ear without pushing them to share more than they’re comfortable with. 🤝 Respect Individual Differences: Not everyone celebrates the holidays, and for some, it may evoke difficult memories or feelings. Be mindful of these differences in conversations and gatherings. 🕊️ Be Kind and Supportive: Simple gestures of kindness can go a long way. Whether that’s helping someone with their workload or just checking in to see how they’re doing, every act of support counts. 🌼 Share Resources: Let colleagues know about available support services, such as mental health resources, that can help them navigate this time of year. By being empathetic and understanding, we can create a workplace culture that supports everyone, fostering warmth and kindness during the holiday season. Let's look out for one another and make this season a little brighter for those who may need it most. 🌟 #HolidaySeason #WorkplaceWellness #SupportEachOther #KindnessMatters

Christmas is less than a month away, can you believe it?! 😱 Here are ways employers and managers can help reduce work stress and keep employees happy and healthy in the lead-up to the holiday season: ✅ Offer Personal Time: Allow staff some personal time for errands—an afternoon can make a difference. ✅ Prevent Deadline Creep: Monitor workloads to avoid unrealistic demands during the holiday rush. ✅ Get Input on Celebrations: Involve staff in planning inclusive year-end celebrations. ✅ Recognize Diverse Cultures: Acknowledge that not everyone celebrates Christmas; consider cultural differences. ✅ Prioritize Mental Health: Encourage practices like meditation and exercise, which can get overlooked during busy times. #HolidaySeason #MentalHealth #WorkplaceWellbeing

While many enjoy the break from work and cozy gatherings with loved ones, it's important to acknowledge that this season isn't joyful for everyone. For some, it brings stress, sadness, and loneliness. Let's be mindful and supportive as we navigate the holiday season together. Discover more insights and support in our latest article—click to read now! #HappyHolidays #LedwithFinancial

The holiday season isn’t always as magical as it seems✨ While Christmas and New Year’s are often portrayed as times of joy and celebration, they can also bring up a mix of emotions—nostalgia, stress, loneliness, or even pressure to “end the year on a high note.” It’s okay if you’re not feeling the cheer everyone else seems to be radiating. It’s okay if you’re exhausted instead of excited. It’s okay if your “holiday spirit” looks different this year. Remember to: 🎄 Set boundaries if gatherings feel overwhelming. 🎁 Gift yourself some time to reflect and recharge. 🎇 Allow yourself to feel whatever emotions come up—there’s no ‘right way’ to experience the season. Your mental wellness matters, no matter what the calendar says. How are you taking care of yourself during this busy time? Let’s normalize making space for all the emotions that come with the holidays. #MentalHealthAwareness #HolidayWellness #EmotionalHealth

Did you know that 9 out of 10 Americans anticipate excessive stress during the holiday season? So, as we rapidly approach the end-of-year holidays, it’s important to remember that holidays are fun and exciting, they can also be stressful and take a toll on your emotional well-being. Putting your and your employees' emotional wellness on the backburner could cause mood changes and feelings of irritability, hopelessness and isolation. All of which, can negatively impact your offices. Read more about living well and mitigating stress this holiday season in our newsletter: LINK #HolidaySeason #EmployeeStress #EmployeeBenefits

The festive season is here - a time of joy, connection, and celebration. But let’s be honest, it can also bring stress, especially as you juggle work deadlines, family commitments and gift shopping! 🎁 Let’s change that narrative this year. Here’s how you can spread cheer in the workplace and at home. In the workplace: ✨ Encourage kindness and gratitude: a simple thank you or acknowledgment of a colleague’s effort goes a long way. ✨ Create space for mental wellbeing: check in on your team and make sure workloads are balanced. ✨ Embrace flexibility: allow time for family or holiday errands - it builds trust and goodwill. At home: ✨ Focus on presence over presents: quality time with loved ones is more valuable than the perfect gift. ✨ Set boundaries to avoid burnout: it’s okay to say no to one more event or obligation. ✨ Celebrate small moments: like baking mince pies or watching your favourite holiday movie together. Remember, cheer is contagious. A little kindness and empathy can ripple out, making this season brighter for everyone around you. 🌟 💬 How do you plan to spread cheer this season? Share your tips in the comments! #Leadership #WorkplaceWellness #HolidaySeason #MentalHealth #KindnessMatters

Celebrating Stress-Free Holidays Month!! December celebrates the end of the old and the expectation of the new, but it is also often filled with an incredible amount of stress. Tis the season for Joy and Giving! "By being realistic about others and ourselves, by being aware of and accepting of our feelings, and by maintaining satisfying relationships, we will be one step closer to creating a stress-free holiday season." Want to bring useful strategies for building resilience to your team? Let's Talk! https://lnkd.in/gMhk9sgP FYI - The Work Smart Live Smart Wellness Awareness Calendar contains more than 450 wellness and #healthawareness days, weeks and months that you can use to enhance your #workplacewellness awareness programming. December hosts more than 50 mental health and resiliency celebrations including Underdog Day, Humbug Day, National Whiner's Day, and No Interruptions Day. Find them at: https://lnkd.in/gBC_J35Z Please react, comment, and if you wish, share this post with others. #mentalhealth #resiliency #peopleskills #hr #leadership #holidaystress #workplacecelebrations