Leslie Speas

Stress is not always bad. In fact, some stress is necessary. Healthy stress can motivate us, help us focus, push us to grow, and even improve performance in short bursts. But when stress becomes constant, overwhelming, or feels impossible to escape, it can turn into something much more harmful and impact physical health, mental health, and more. And unfortunately, many employees are operating under that kind of pressure every day. According to the American Psychological Association, work...

Mental health support at work is essential in today's world. Employees aren't just workers. They're whole people and so many are struggling.

Here’s why that matters—and what to do about it More than a third of employees say they don’t feel comfortable sharing feedback at work. Let that sink in for a minute. That means in many organizations, a significant portion of your workforce is holding back—not sharing concerns, offering ideas, or telling you what’s really going on. But when employees don’t speak up, the problem doesn’t go away. It just gets more expensive, more complicated, and harder to fix. What’s Really Behind the...