When you ask people what affects their wellbeing most, they think of health and wealth. — Tom Rath Copy Share Image
Most people perceive their occupation as being a detriment to their overall wellbeing. — Tom Rath Copy Share Image
Spending on oneself does not boost wellbeing. However, spending money on others does -- and it appears to be as important to… — Tom Rath Copy Share Image
When top scientists and psychologists talk about what's important to our overall wellbeing and how satisfied we are with our lives, the… — Tom Rath Copy Share Image
For wellbeing to take hold, it's got to be something that individual team members are getting excited about in their own lives.… — Tom Rath Copy Share Image
Even though people spend more of their waking hours at work than anywhere else, people underestimate how work influences their overall wellbeing… — Tom Rath Copy Share Image
Executives must place a priority on wellbeing if they want to attract the right people, keep their best people, and drive their… — Tom Rath Copy Share Image
I've spoken with a few employers who have moved away from what has to be some of the least attractive language you… — Tom Rath Copy Share Image
Make it easier to do things that increase your wellbeing before you have to make a choice because a lot of our… — Tom Rath Copy Share Image
Buying experience such as going out to dinner or taking a vacation increases our own wellbeing and the wellbeing of others. Experiences… — Tom Rath Copy Share Image
Wellbeing is about the combination of our love for what we do each day, the quality of our relationships, the security of… — Tom Rath Copy Share Image
When we get at least six hours of daily social time, it increases our wellbeing and minimizes stress and worry. The six… — Tom Rath Copy Share Image
People who have at least three or four very close friendships are healthier, have higher wellbeing, and are more engaged in their… — Tom Rath Copy Share Image
The most important thing executives can do is send a very clear message to their employees that they care about each person's… — Tom Rath Copy Share Image
There is certainly some predisposition to wellbeing, based on the research I've looked at. There are people who have a lot more… — Tom Rath Copy Share Image
Having fewer unhealthy days and, in turn, more days when you have the energy to get things done is probably the global… — Tom Rath Copy Share Image
I've seen people be effective, even among local teams, by offering something that improves wellbeing in a small way - people who… — Tom Rath Copy Share Image
People with high levels of wellbeing have been careful to work out early in the morning and not to have heavy meals… — Tom Rath Copy Share Image
Every day, I read about new ideas and research that could help someone I care about live a longer and healthier life. — Tom Rath Copy Share
I've seen people be effective, even among local teams, by offering something that improves wellbeing in a small way - people who get passionate… — Tom Rath Copy Share
“What great leaders have in common is that each truly knows his or her strengths - and can call on the right strength at… — Tom Rath Copy Share
If you want people to understand that you value their contributions and that they are important, the recognition and praise you provide must have… — Tom Rath Copy Share
On average, spending time with your boss is consistently rated as the least pleasurable activity in a given day. — Tom Rath Copy Share
“Once your brain initially processes something, you are less likely to retain the information if you are not physically active in the period following… — Tom Rath Copy Share
I would absolutely recommend against excessive positivity and optimism. Any positive emotion that you're infusing into a workplace needs to be grounded in reality.… — Tom Rath Copy Share
The vast knowledge we have to prevent cancer, heart disease, and other chronic illnesses is staggering. — Tom Rath Copy Share
Positive defaults protect you from yourself - and that helps you to make decisions in the moment that are better for your long-term interests. — Tom Rath Copy Share
Making better choices takes work. There is a daily give and take, but it is worth the effort. — Tom Rath Copy Share
Having fewer unhealthy days and, in turn, more days when you have the energy to get things done is probably the global constant through… — Tom Rath Copy Share
Even if people just change two or three things that they are able to sustain over time, it makes quite a difference eventually. — Tom Rath Copy Share
People with high levels of wellbeing have been careful to work out early in the morning and not to have heavy meals throughout the… — Tom Rath Copy Share
The absence of high-quality friendships is bad for your health, spirits, productivity, and longevity. — Tom Rath Copy Share
I'm a researcher, so I'm realistic that there's nothing I'm doing that's going to prevent me from getting cancer in the future. But I… — Tom Rath Copy Share
