Why Recovery Deserves a Seat at the Leadership Table Author: Ahna de Vena, BFA Sleep and recovery are rarely mentioned in boardrooms, yet failure to protect it quietly undermines performance at every level of modern organizations. While we continue to invest in training, strategy, and performance metrics, the biological foundation of high-functioning leadership—restorative sleep and recovery, the very thing that enables those investments to take…
Jamie Waters’ article in the Guardian is food for thought during Mental Health Awareness Month: “According to addiction expert Dr. Anna Lembke, our smartphones are making us dopamine junkies, with each swipe, like and tweet feeding our habit. So how do we beat our digital dependency?” “Scientific studies have observed the importance of “resting mental networks” meaning that, in between activities, people demonstrate “a synchronicity…
[Webinar] Beyond Ice Baths: What Comes Next in Cold Therapy? Ice baths may be having a social media moment—but are they the best path forward? While extreme cold plunges dominate wellness headlines, we’re shifting the conversation toward gentler, more inclusive cooling methods—and the often-overlooked importance of rest and recovery in the contrast bathing cycle. Join us May 13 at 11:00AM ET for “Beyond the Ice:…
Joyspan as a Cornerstone of Longevity: Enhancing Wellbeing and Productivity in the Workplace Author: Elizabeth Bachrad, MA, MSc and Talya Landau, Bsc, CHC Photo credit: Getty Images / Unsplash The concept of joyspan highlights the significance of time spent experiencing joy and fulfillment, shifting the focus beyond mere lifespan or healthspan. Dr. Kerry Burnight’s 2025 book…
Rethinking Alcohol and Cancer Risk: The Role of the Hospitality and Wellness Industries Did you know that up to 50% of cancers could be prevented through healthy lifestyle choices? Alcohol is one of these choices. The Hidden Risk Despite mounting evidence linking alcohol consumption to several types of cancer—including breast, liver, colorectal, and esophageal cancer—awareness remains low. Part of the issue lies in widespread misconceptions.…
Music for Health and Wellbeing Initiative 2025 Trends The intersection of music and wellbeing is gaining significant traction across various sectors. Academic research is increasingly validating music’s therapeutic benefits, while consumers are actively incorporating music into their wellness routines. Governmental and institutional support is growing, aiming to integrate music into healthcare systems. Commercially, music-based interventions are expanding, addressing diverse health needs. Simultaneously, there’s a rising…
