Chief Wellbeing Officer and Why You Need One
The pandemic left us all shooketh and work has changed since then, in spite of companies like Amazon and Goldman Sachs doing their best to push us backwards. Employees need more than just a fair paycheck. They’re looking for jobs that care about their overall wellbeing via the benefits they receive. This goes far beyond […]
Starting Your Corporate Wellbeing Program
Are you thinking of starting a wellbeing program at your company? You’re not alone. More and more businesses realize that healthy employees are happy employees. More importantly, happy/healthy employees are better for business. If we learned anything from the pandemic, it’s that employee wellbeing is critical to the health, success, and performance of any company. […]
Avoiding the Wellness Flop
So many companies already have successful wellness programs, but what if your company doesn’t and wants to? This week, I can help you solve that problem. Sadly, many companies start with the best of intentions. However funds, time, and lack of expertise get in the way of implementing a successful program. We know these programs […]
The ROI of Wellbeing
For those of us in corporate, I don’t need to tell you that the work is tough. Long hours, tight deadlines, and high stress are common. Not to mention the fabricated emergencies outnumbering the actual emergencies. However, smart companies know that taking care of employees isn’t just nice – it’s good business. This series strays […]
Non-Hormonal Treatments for Menopause: A Practical Guide
If we’re lucky humans with a uterus, menopause is a natural part of life. Surprisingly, what many women don’t know about are the unwanted symptoms that often come along with it. Obviously, that needs to change, and I want to be part of that change. However, hot flashes, mood swings, and sleep problems are just […]
What is PCOS?
When you think of PCOS, what do you think of? Many sources would lead us to believe that PCOS looks like chronic acne, a bit of a belly, and extra facial hair, but that’s not always true. It would be easy if PCOS looked a certain way, but unfortunately, that’s not how it goes. Women […]
Oxytocin – The Love Hormone
“L, is for the way you look at me.” Love songs aren’t the only way to get that loving feeling. Oxytocin, also known as “the love hormone,” is critical in shaping our social behaviors and emotional responses. Just like a love song, it’s famous for facilitating bonding, enhancing emotional connections, and promoting feelings of contentment […]
Beat Stress with Endorphins
It’s week 3 of our hormone series. Remember the last time you finished an intense workout? My bet is you felt pretty good and quite accomplished. Maybe you even finished and were vibrating with positive energy. This feel-good sensation is largely thanks to endorphins, our body’s natural pain reliever and mood elevator. However, what exactly […]
Serotonin – The Happy Hormone
Did you know there is a hormone that is responsible for our happiness? OK, that may be a bit of an exaggeration, but serotonin is literally called “the happy hormone,” because it plays such a large role in our happiness. That feeling when jamming to your favorite song in the car? That’s serotonin working. Serotonin […]
Understanding Dopamine
Do you love the rush of closing a deal or the satisfaction of a weed free garden? That’s dopamine making its’ magic. Welcome to our series on mood-regulating hormones. This week, I’m starting with dopamine, the “feel-good” hormone. Regardless if you’re advancing in your career, or managing the demands of leadership, understanding dopamine can significantly […]