FRESH THINKING

As children, we fantasize about what we want to be when we grow up – and as adults, the first question we often ask people we meet is what they do. Work holds an important place in our sense of self and how we relate to the world around us... Yet the conversation about work and wellbeing has become narrowly focused on survival and recovery, rather than also exploring the conditions under which work can actively help human beings flourish.

Has wellbeing become yet another KPI? This article explores a more grounded approach to wellbeing at work - shifting the focus from constant happiness to sustainable, long-term flourishing.

The "sandwich generation" refers to adults who are simultaneously caring for children and aging parents. This poses acute challenges - not only in terms of time and resources, but in the emotional toll it can take. This article outlines 5 ways in which we can sensitively lead, coach and support people in this stage - to help them sustain their own wellbeing, energy and engagement with work and life.

What steps can we take to counter the ‘always on’ mentality and prevent burnout culture where we work?

DEI intersects with wellbeing in a way that is sometimes overlooked: It can affect the wellbeing of the individuals doing the work.