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Instructor/Advisor

Allison Higgins

Keywords

Overcoming Stress in Employees, Holistic Programming, Mental Health, Mindfulness-Based Intervention (MBI), Yoga

Abstract

This project examines gaps in employee well-being support, highlights promising workplace wellness interventions, and provides evidence-based program design recommendations.

Employee burnout is at an all-time high, with 76% of employees experiencing burnout. Chronic stress contributes to serious health conditions, including cardiovascular disease, obesity, diabetes, cancer, and mental health disorders. Workplace stress also impairs cognitive function, lowers morale, and reduces productivity, leading to absenteeism and high turnover. According to WHO, depression and anxiety alone cost the global economy $1 trillion annually in lost productivity.

Employers bear the financial burden of workplace stress through increased healthcare costs, absenteeism, and disengagement. With 61% of employees believing their employer is responsible for their well-being, organizations that invest in wellness programs see a 50% increase in engagement and retention.

Mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs), such as yoga and meditation, offer flexible, accessible, and cost-effective solutions for holistic employee well-being. As organizations recognize the interconnectedness of physical, mental, and emotional health, these interventions have been shown to reduce stress and anxiety, enhance work engagement, improve sleep quality, regulate heart rate variability, and strengthen emotional resilience.

With as little as one hour per week, workplace mindfulness programs provide a scalable, effective approach to fostering a healthier, more productive workforce while lowering healthcare costs.

The Future of Workplace Wellness: Embracing Mindfulness-Based Interventions

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