Feeling a sense of belonging at work can have a significant impact on your social well-being. When you feel connected to your colleagues and part of a positive work community, it can lead to:
- Stronger relationships: Forming strong relationships at work promotes the development of genuine, supportive connections with your colleagues. These social bonds provide a sense of belonging and inclusion, which can reduce feelings of isolation.
- Improved communication: Encouraging open and honest communication in the workplace leads to effective collaboration and problem-solving during day-to-day tasks.
- Increased trust and job satisfaction: Fostering an environment of trust at work allows for the expression of authentic ideas and leads to higher job satisfaction and morale, benefiting overall well-being.
- Reduced stress and burnout: When your social needs are met at work, you are less prone to the negative effects of workplace stress and burnout.
Join the next healthy habit challenge and get ready to reach out!
About the challenge
Reach out to someone new today! We work better as a team when we communicate, so make this healthy habit a daily thing and start building meaningful relationships with colleagues.
Have a hard time connecting? Try a conversation starter:
- Do you listen to any podcasts? Which ones?
- Do you have any trips coming up?
- What fun plans do you have for your day off?
- What has been one of your favorite vacations?
- What books have you read lately that you’ve loved?
- What made you laugh this week?
Dates
Sept. 16–22, 2024
Registration is now open.
How to sign up and earn points
- Go to Social > Challenges.
- Review the challenge rules.
- Achieve the habit five out of seven days.
- Track to earn 200 points.
- Virgin Pulse is available to all benefits-eligible employees regardless of their enrollment in Vanderbilt benefits.
Sign up today at join.virginpulse.com/VU or by calling 888-671-9395.
Visit the Office of Health and Wellness website for FAQs, or email support@virginpulse.com for member inquires.
New name, same benefits! In January, Virgin Pulse will be revealing a brand-new look and feel for their new name: Personify Health. Stay tuned for a sneak peek and more details on the exciting update.
