Returning to Work After the Christmas break
Jaina’s Yoga Perspective on Returning to Work After the Christmas Break.
As leaders, we often assume a shared starting line in January: rested minds, renewed energy, fresh motivation. But yoga teaches us a different truth—we never truly know what someone is carrying.
Behind every employee returning to work is a unique home life:
- some may be energised by the break
- others may be emotionally drained, financially stressed, grieving, or overwhelmed
A new year does not reset everyone equally.
At the same time, businesses need momentum. Targets matter. Growth matters. The challenge is how to lead with both compassion and clarity—without pressure turning into harm or silence turning into isolation.
Jaina tips for your employee well-being:
Reduce stress: Implement + corporate wellbeing classes to help employees manage stress and improve mental resilience.
- Classes like this from reduced absenteeism by up to 25% or by an average of 1.5 days per employee per year.
- Increase focus: Yoga can lead to better concentration and decision-making abilities. Benefiting both your company profitablity and staff moral.
- Boost team-building: Organising group yoga sessions to foster a sense of community among employees.
- Promote physical health: Offer yoga to improve overall physical health and potentially reduce absenteeism