Spreading Holiday Cheer
Joyce Odidison, MA. MCC. CTDP
I help you build Mental Resilience and Well-being to Thrive in Your Relationship and Workplace | Conflict Analyst | 📚 Author x7 | Keynote Speaker🎤 | 🎙️Podcaster | Marriage & Leadership Coach | OD | L&D
A Season of Reflection and Renewal
As the year comes to a close and we prepare to embrace the holiday season, it’s an opportune time to reflect on where we’ve been, what we’ve achieved, and what we carry forward into the coming year. This year has been one of recovery and resilience for many. Including my family after some periods of illnesses. While challenges such as economic uncertainties, social tensions, wars, and personal obstacles have impacted lives worldwide, it has also been a year marked by community, compassion, and growth.
This season, more than ever, I am reminded of the power of togetherness and the importance of well-being as a collective pursuit. It’s not just about surviving but finding moments to celebrate, support each other, and nurture the relationships that hold us up. As we gather with colleagues, friends, and family, I encourage us all to remember that fostering cheer and extending kindness in our professional and personal lives is essential to our well-being.
Spreading cheer in the workplace isn’t just a feel-good gesture, it’s an investment in creating an environment where people thrive. This holiday issue is dedicated to exploring ways we can all contribute to this culture of joy, compassion, and community. Whether through small acts of kindness, inclusive celebrations, or shared charitable efforts, we have the power to make our workplaces a source of strength and connection.
This year, we have continued our mission of expanding awareness of well-being competencies, such as attending, compassion, hospitality, and celebration, which are highlighted in this special issue. Each competency, when practiced mindfully, can transform the way we interact, collaborate, and grow together in our professional spaces.
As we set our sights on the coming year, the theme of renewal takes center stage. We will be embarking on expanding our workplace wellness initiatives to integrate well-being intelligence into workplaces around the world. From the launch of updated Wellness Competency Academy to build micro skills and well-being prompts to that help teams foster a supportive environment, our goal remains to empower more leaders to lead with well-being at the forefront.
I invite each of you to reflect on the moments that brought joy and learning into your life this holiday season and think about how you can carry those lessons forward. Let’s embrace the holiday spirit not just as a fleeting season but as a reminder of the importance of compassion, community, and celebration in our daily lives.
My hope is that this issue inspires you to find ways to spread joy, create connections, and practice mindfulness as you celebrate. Let’s continue to champion wellness in all its forms—whether through thoughtful celebrations, meaningful connections, or by fostering a sense of community wherever we are. Remember, our journey towards well-being is ongoing, and the steps we take today build the foundation for a more harmonious tomorrow.
From all of us at Faces of Workplace Wellness, we wish you a season filled with warmth, joy, and connection. May your holidays be bright and your new year full of promise.
To your continued well-being,
Joyce Odidison
Joyce Odidison Author Bio:
Joyce Odidison is a Conflict Analyst, Leadership Well-being Coach, Keynote Speaker, and President of Interpersonal Wellness Services Inc., with over 27 years of experience. A best-selling author of seven books, Joyce is a though leader in workplace wellness, admired for pioneering the Well-being Intelligence Curriculum™ and the Wellness Improvement System® (WIS) Assessment. Joyce's innovative approaches have transformed lives and organizations globally by reducing burnout, enhancing resilience, and fostering thriving workplace cultures. Her work has positively impacted diverse industries and organizations, from small businesses to multinational corporations, helping leaders and employees alike to achieve sustainable well-being and performance. A passionate advocate for mental health, inclusion, and workplace equity, Joyce has been at the forefront of addressing emerging challenges such as hybrid work environments, DEI, and the mental health crisis. Her contributions have shaped policy discussions and redefined best practices for workplace wellness. As the Training Director of the Well-being Competency Coach Training Certification, Joyce equips leaders with cutting-edge tools to implement inclusive wellness systems. She also hosts the annual Global Workplace Wellness Summit, publishes Faces of Workplace Wellness Magazine, and shares insights on the What’s Happening at Work Podcast. Recognized for her thought leadership, Joyce has received accolades for her groundbreaking work, positioning her as a global leader in corporate wellness innovation. With a mission to address future workplace challenges and promote holistic well-being, Joyce remains a trusted partner for organizations worldwide. Connect with Joyce on LinkedIn or at www.interpersonalwellness.com.
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1wThe concept of work environment is broader than that of workplace. A serene environment is not only made up of welcomingly furnished environments and large spaces, but, above all, by the people who occupy them. If those people do not communicate, do not get along with each other and achieve their goals because they are driven by toxic competitiveness, the entire work environment suffers. For this reason, it is important that those in leadership in the company worry about promoting collaboration, positive attitudes and healthy competitiveness. No more emails and meetings: opportunities should be created in which employees can socialize and exchange ideas and opinions, so as to foster positive attitudes in the staff. Propose team building activities, which have the dual function of improving communication and strengthening team spirit. Make collaborators responsible by giving them greater autonomy in managing their work. Above all, in my opinion, the use of humor in the business environment, characterized by complexity, uncertainty and speed of change, reduces tensions, increases the ability to solve problems, increases productivity and facilitates team spirit.