Alcohol & Workplace Stress: Insights & Tips
Episode Overview
Alcohol deeply affects workplace culture and stress. Sober coaches offer valuable insights and tips. Employee wellbeing requires a holistic approach. Inclusive team events benefit non-drinkers. Reaching out for support is crucial in sobriety.
Every year, it gets better. Every year, it gets just more interesting, more exciting.
In this episode of the Alcohol Free Life podcast, host Janey Lee Grace dives into the pressing issue of alcohol and workplace stress, coinciding with Alcohol Awareness Week. She is joined by Beverley Densham, co-author of the 'Stress to Calm in 7 Minutes' series, to discuss findings from anonymous employee surveys related to alcohol consumption and its impact on work environments.
The episode underscores the pervasive role of alcohol in workplace culture, highlighting scenarios such as entertaining clients, rewarding teams, and informal coaching sessions. Despite growing awareness of mental health and employee wellbeing, the need for a cultural shift in workplace attitudes towards alcohol remains significant. Listeners are introduced to insights and practical tips from sober coaches, including Tony Worsdall, Lucy Hall, Tobias Emberg, Vince Hannant, Polly Lovell, and Nigel Harpley.
These experts offer strategies for managing stress and promoting sobriety, emphasizing the importance of inclusive team events that support non-drinkers. Densham shares her personal experiences and the benefits of holistic living, advocating for stress management techniques that enhance resilience and prevent burnout. The conversation also touches on the societal pressures surrounding alcohol and the importance of reaching out for support on the sobriety journey.
Janey Lee Grace encourages listeners to engage with the content of Alcohol Awareness Week and to consider how they can contribute to a more supportive work environment. She also invites listeners to connect with her on social media and join The Sober Club for further resources and community support. This episode is a call to action for both individuals and organizations to rethink their relationship with alcohol and to prioritize employee wellbeing through effective stress management and inclusive practices.