Animal Quote by Sheena Iyengar
“The less control people had over their work, the higher their blood pressure during work hours. Moreover, blood pressure at home was unrelated to the level of job control, indicating that the spike during work hours was specifically caused by lack of choice on the job. People with little control over their work also experienced more back pain, missed more days of work due to illness in general, and had higher rates of mental illness-the human equivalent of stereotypies, resulting in the decreased quality of life common to animals reared in captivity.”
About This Quote
Low job control raises stress, causing health issues like high blood pressure and back pain.
In simple terms: Little control at work harms health.
Key Takeaway
Increase autonomy to improve wellbeing.
Themes
workplace
control
stress
health
Mood
concerned
analytical
Type
practical
motivational
When to use this quote
- HR policies
- wellness programs
- stress management training
- ergonomic design
Key Concepts
occupational health
psychology
employee autonomy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can organizations boost employee autonomy?
- What personal habits reduce work stress?
A Different Perspective
Other factors also influence health beyond control.
