What is wellbeing coaching? An easy guide

Wellbeing refers to “the state of being comfortable, healthy, or happy”. In order to thrive in any environment or situation, a person’s wellbeing needs to be “good”.??

The workplace is no exception.?

Many studies have revealed a strong link between employee wellbeing and productivity. The happier and healthier a worker is, the better they work.?

With this in mind, many organisations now seek to improve their employees’ overall health and wellbeing. One approach that has gained popularity in recent years is wellbeing coaching. But what exactly is it??

In this blog, we will explore what wellbeing coaching is, how it works, and what the benefits are.

What is wellbeing coaching?

In general, wellbeing coaching is a process of working with a coach to identify and address the areas of your life that are negatively impacting your wellbeing. The coach will help you set realistic and achievable goals, and develop strategies to achieve those goals. Wellbeing coaching is often focused on improving your mental and emotional health, but can also involve physical health and wellness. The aim of wellbeing coaching is to achieve your optimal levels of physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing

Our Wellbeing Coaching programme provides your teams with webinars and workshops on a range of topics. Categorised under the headings “Live Well, Think Well, Work Well”, staff can enjoy training around issues such as nutrition, sleep, exercise, positive thinking, work-life balance and staying healthy on shift.

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How does our wellbeing coaching programme work?

Our Wellbeing Coaching programme provides your teams with health coaching webinars and workshops on a range of topics. Categorised under the headings “Live Well, Think Well, Work Well”, staff can enjoy training around issues such as nutrition, sleep, exercise, positive thinking, work-life balance and staying healthy on shift.?

During the sessions, professional coaches encourage discussion that allows your employees to identify areas of their life where they are struggling, and then work with them to set goals for improvement.

The coach will also help them develop strategies to achieve those goals. This may involve developing new habits or behaviours, learning new skills, or addressing underlying emotional or psychological issues. The coach will provide support, guidance, and accountability throughout the process, helping them stay on track and overcome any obstacles that arise.

What are the benefits of wellbeing coaching?

There are many potential benefits to working with a wellbeing coach. These include:

1. Improved mental and emotional health

Wellbeing coaching can help your staff identify and address underlying psychological issues that may be impacting their mental and emotional wellbeing. This can lead to reduced stress, anxiety, and depression, and improved overall mental health. This has numerous benefits for the workplace, including reduced absenteeism and higher productivity.

2. Better physical health?

Wellbeing coaching can also help your team improve their physical health. This may involve developing healthy habits such as exercise, healthy eating, and getting enough sleep. Numerous studies have shown that colleagues that are healthier take less time off work sick (as much as 27% less time according to some reports) and are more productive in the workplace.

3. Increased self-awareness

Wellbeing coaching can help your employees become more self-aware, and better understand their own thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. This can lead to improved self-esteem and confidence, as well as better relationships with others.

4. Improved goal-setting and achievement

Wellbeing coaching can help you set realistic and achievable goals, and develop strategies to achieve those goals. This can help you make progress in areas of your life where you may have previously struggled.

Improve overall quality of life

Ultimately, the goal of wellbeing coaching is to help you achieve optimal levels of wellbeing in all areas of your life. This can lead to an improved overall quality of life, greater happiness and fulfilment, and a greater sense of purpose and meaning.?

By encouraging your employees to work with a coach they can improve their mental, emotional and physical health and overall quality of life. All of this will positively impact the workplace, leading to a more productive and thriving business.?