For diversity and inclusion to truly become integral part of an organization, it must be integrated into everything a company does and corporate wellness programs are a great step towards that.
Before COIVD struck the concept of wellbeing was limited to physical health — nutrition, exercise, weight management, here also we were not focusing on most important element; sleep.
For me, there is so much more to wellness. It is a holistic concept which involves fuelling the body, engaging the mind, and nurturing the spirit and I look at 8 dimensions of wellness.
Physical wellness comprises of physical activity, healthy nutrition, and adequate sleep.
Emotional wellness is about building meaningful relationships and coping with life stressors. It is also involves having high emotional intelligence, ability to work through life challenges and resilience. Self-respect is an important part of emotional wellness and organization can create environment where the focus is not only on diversity but inclusion as well.
Social wellness is a sense of bonding with others. Remember that water cooler chit chat that is being missed the most. For many, it is extremely refreshing since it gives a sense of connectedness and belonging.
Source: People matters 05 May, 21
