What is Technostress? Technostress is a serious condition that is causing health and wellness concerns in the workplace. There is not a simple prescription for a cure for Technostress, but there are ways to manage it to reduce the symptoms. The condition TechnoStress makes for aching wrists at the end of the day. The aches … Continued
Biophilia is the love of living things, and because being around nature benefits our health and wellbeing, Biophilic Design is one of the newest trends in office space planning. Biophilic Design is the practice of integrating elements of nature into our working environment. Research shows that humans have a deep sense of connection with nature. … Continued
Lighting plays an important role in the workplace to support productivity, health, and wellness. It’s called the circadian rhythm and its hormonal and chemical crescendos and de-crescendos dictate all of our waking, working, and sleeping routines. More than any other function, the circadian rhythm defines us as creatures living under the sun to which we … Continued
In Western Europe 20 to 30 days of vacation time is the norm. In Canada and the US, two to three weeks is the general rule. Unfortunately, the term “general rule” does not always apply. In many jurisdictions, employees are always entitled to vacation pay, but not necessarily their vacation time. While it’s clear that … Continued
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To be successful, an office wellness program needs to be simple, inclusive, and fun! There are three reasons why you should keep your new wellness program simple; It makes it easier for people to join in It makes it easier for people to stick with the program And it doesn’t take away too many resources … Continued
In days long ago you could see people smoking everywhere and all the time, a common habit by many at the workplace. Just like smoking, seeing a room full of cubicles, and everyone sitting “chained” to their desks, will be a habit of the past. However, like any habit, quitting sitting can be as challenging … Continued
You are What you Eat: Food Tips for Healthy Bodies and Minds in the Workplace The WELL Building Standard aims to elevate human health and comfort to the forefront of building practices and reinvent buildings that are not only better for the planet—but also for people. WELL has 7 concept categories including air, water, light, fitness, … Continued
What options are available for sit-stand workstations? How do you choose what is the right desk for you? Research shows that sitting all day is not good for our health, which is why old clunky desks are moving out, and sit-stand desks are moving in. Sitting at a desk for extended periods while doing your … Continued
WELL® is a performance-based system for measuring and certifying features of the built environment that impact human health and well-being, through air, water, nourishment, light, fitness, comfort and mind. It marries best practices in design and construction with evidence-based medical and scientific research – harnessing the built environment as a vehicle to support human health … Continued
Businesses risk financial loss if they do not have ergonomic chairs. Considering the average adult now spends 50-70% of the day sitting at work, it makes sense that priority should be given to ensuring employees are comfortable and healthy while sitting at their workstations. Investing in ergonomic chairs means investing in one of the most valuable assets … Continued
That vacation on the ski slopes was exactly what you needed in February! Now there is just one problem…you have to manage the office during the summer while everyone else takes their vacations. It’s more than fair, really. The pace of business, like the pace of life, slows down a little in the summer. That doesn’t … Continued
