Wellness sectors that have grown throughout the pandemic: Wellness real estate (+18.1% annual growth 2019-2023; now at 195% of its 2019 level) has been the fastest-growing sector in the wellness economy since before the pandemic, significantly outpacing projections and economic growth trends. COVID-19 has accelerated the growing understanding among consumers and the building industry about the critical role that external environments play in our physical…
Navigating Menopause, Mental Health, and the Workplace
Navigating Menopause, Mental Health, and the Workplace Authors: Ellen Kocher & Jocelyn Pepe Menopause is a natural stage in a woman’s life that profoundly affects both physical and mental health. As women navigate this phase, they may encounter various symptoms impacting their emotional, psychological, and physical well-being. Recently, Ellen Kocher* and Jocelyn Pepe* explored the depth of connection between menopause, mental health, and its…
Wellness Communities & Real Estate Flipbooks
Wellness Communities & Real Estate Flipbooks 2023 Initiative Trends Report Inspiration & Innovation: Representative Wellness Real Estate Projects Wellness Communities & Real Estate Framework – Flipbook | PDF 2021 Initiative Trends Report
Access to Nature and Green Space Should Be a Right, Not a Privilege
Access to Nature and Green Space Should Be a Right, Not a Privilege By Tonia Callender, research fellow, GWI We all need nature for our wellbeing. Whether we visit a national park or local gardens, nature and green space make us healthier. [i] Given that the majority of the global population live in urban environments, with vanishing green spaces, it’s not surprising that travelers increasingly…
A Decade of Hot Springs: First-Ever Ten-Year Time Series Data
A Decade of Hot Springs: First-Ever Ten-Year Time Series Data There is no question that nature is essential to all dimensions of our wellness. Nature is also an essential “ingredient” to all kinds of experiences, services and products across the wellness economy: from biophilic design, to forest bathing, to seaweed wraps and plant-based supplements, and so much more. In honor of Earth Day, our data…
Touchless Wellness Initiative
Although Touchless Wellness practices have been around for millennia (think meditation, gong baths, sound healing, energy healing), they are now being re-invented and innovated with the use of technology. The initiative’s contribution is looking to positively impact the lives of the individuals as we enter a new era of well-being that aligns with evolving Wellness consumer preferences and priorities. We believe that this exciting new classification, within the industry, is promoting growth of an emerging segment within the wellness, and that Touchless is a major part of innovation within the same.
