As organisations increasingly recognise the importance of corporate social responsibility, A key area deserving attention is employee wellbeing. Promoting mental health & work-life balance for staff isn't just the right thing to do - it's good business sense.
The Costs of Stress & Burnout
Excessive workplace stress takes a major toll, leading to lower productivity, higher absenteeism & staff turnover, also increased healthcare costs. The WHO calls stress a "worldwide epidemic," estimating it costs UK businesses £70 billion per year in absenteeism, turnover, diminished productivity, & medical expenses.
Chronic, unmanaged stress triggers serious mental & physical health issues, anxiety, depression, heart disease, obesity, & substance abuse. It's a vicious cycle, as these conditions then feed back into more stress, absenteeism, & lost productivity.
The Benefits of Prioritising Wellbeing
Organisations that make employee wellness a priority see substantial returns in the form of higher engagement, retention, & performance. Small steps - offering counselling services, mindfulness training,massage or energy healing can go a long way.
Massage therapy, in particular, reduces stress, anxiety, muscle tension, blood pressure, & heart rate. Other modalities like Reiki, sound healing, & breathwork can induce a profound state of relaxation, resetting the nervous system restoring inner equilibrium.
Employees who receive regular massage or energy work report improved sleep, concentration, & emotional balance. They take fewer sick days, & are less likely to experience burnout. Over time, these benefits compound into a happier, healthier, & more productive workforce.
An Ounce of Prevention
Beyond just treating acute stress, prioritising employee self-care can prevent bigger problems down the line. Having a trusted massage therapist, Reiki practitioner, or sound healer that staff see regularly creates an outlet to process stress in a healthy way. It allows issues to be caught early before they snowball into larger mental health crises.
Employees feel seen, heard, and cared for. They know their organisation values their wellbeing as a whole person, not just as a worker. This cultivates loyalty, engagement, and a positive workplace culture that attracts top talent.
In today's high-stress world, employee wellness is no longer a nice-to-have perk - it's a competitive necessity. Organisations that invest in the health & balance of their people will be rewarded many times over with a thriving, resilient workforce.
Soulstar Holistic Massage, Therapy & Self Recovery based in Morecambe, can help businesses look after their staff.
If you’d like to discuss one-off sessions or regular visits for your valued team members, please get in touch