Most people don’t wave a flag when they’re overwhelmed—but the signs are there if you know where to look.
Whether you’re leading a school faculty or managing a corporate team, the wellbeing of your staff directly impacts performance, morale, and overall culture. Burnout doesn’t just affect individuals—it spreads. But the good news? So does wellness.
Here are five common signs your team may need a wellness reset—plus ideas to help them bounce back with balance and resilience.
1. Low Energy and Fatigue Are the Norm
If your staff is showing up—but not really showing up—it might be more than just a case of the Mondays.
Chronic fatigue, disengagement, and dragging through the day are often early indicators of burnout. When rest over the weekend isn’t enough to recover, it’s time to look at what support systems are (or aren’t) in place.
2. Increased Irritability or Disconnection
A short fuse, passive communication, or just a general “checked out” vibe can signal that stress is piling up.
When people are mentally and emotionally tapped out, they tend to withdraw or respond reactively. If collaboration and morale are slipping, it might be time to reconnect with intention—not just over logistics, but through wellbeing initiatives that prioritize the whole person.
3. Rising Absenteeism (or ‘Quiet Quitting’)
Excessive sick days, calling out last-minute, or even just “phoning it in” are all red flags that staff may be feeling depleted. While time off is healthy, it shouldn’t be used as an escape from an unhealthy work rhythm.
Creating space for mental resets during the workday can help restore balance before things reach that point.
4. Creativity and Problem Solving Are Stalled
Burnout clouds clarity. When teams are running on empty, innovation suffers. People stick to the bare minimum or default to old ways—not because they don’t care, but because their brains are stuck in survival mode.
Wellness practices like mindfulness, guided movement, and even art-based sessions help reset the nervous system and spark fresh thinking.
5. They’re Telling You—Directly or Indirectly
Sometimes staff will voice what they need. Other times, you’ll hear it between the lines:
- “I’m just trying to get through the day.”
- “I need a break, but there’s no time.”
- “My plate is too full.”
These are all quiet calls for support.
Offering wellness resources shows your team that their mental health matters—especially when it’s not being demanded, but preemptively provided.
💡 What You Can Do
Wellness doesn’t have to be a big production. Sometimes it starts with small changes—intentional breathing before meetings, short movement breaks, or opportunities for personal reflection.
At Think Wellness NY, we help teams reconnect with themselves and each other through accessible wellness experiences—like mindfulness training, stress relief sessions, chair yoga, art workshops, and virtual wellness memberships.
Whatever your team’s size or setting, wellness can be woven into the workday in a way that feels real, inclusive, and impactful.
💬 Want to explore ways to support your staff’s wellbeing—without overwhelming them (or your calendar)?
Let’s talk about what’s possible. A little wellness goes a long way.
📧 info@thinkwellnessny.com
📞 1-855-505-7922