Flavor and Wellness

Workplace Wellness

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Office worker overwhelmed by workload after mandatory mental health day, highlighting the paradox of increased stress.
Healthy Living

Mandatory Mental Health Days Create a Paradox of Burnout in 2026

A recent survey found that 40% of employees felt more stressed after a mandatory mental health day due to increased workload upon return.

Chloe Bennett·August 31, 2026
A person transitioning from a stressed work environment to a refreshed state during a micro-break, illustrating improved well-being.
Food

Micro-breaks boost workday well-being, reports show

Despite widespread belief that short breaks boost all work output, new research reveals micro-breaks significantly improve performance only for tasks with less cognitive demands.

Isabella Cortez·July 17, 2026