Values Alignment Makes Us Bloom
As the days get longer and spring is in the air, it’s the perfect time to refresh our mindsets. As the flowers bloom and nature comes back to life, it’s a reminder of the importance of mental well-being and the positive changes that come with the season. Just as spring represents renewal and growth, the act of aligning your workplace and personal values has a big impact on our mental health and our work. When your job supports what you truly care about, it helps you as an employee feel more fulfilled and motivated. In this blog post, we explore how best to align your workplace with your values to boost your mental well-being and allow you to bloom - much like the spring season.
Increased Job Satisfaction
Taking a step back and understanding the work that you do and its impact is crucial in making sure that it aligns with your personal values. A study from Qualtrics states, “Nearly half (46%) of employees in the United States and United Kingdom say they are considering leaving their company because it does not adequately exemplify the values they personally hold.” So, ask yourself these questions: Do I understand my work’s impact? Do I personally agree with the impact? Am I benefitting emotionally and mentally from my work? And if you can answer “yes” to these questions, you are on the right path to increased job satisfaction. This sense of satisfaction can reduce feelings of frustration or burnout, contributing to a more positive outlook on work and life.
Stronger Sense of Belonging
Having a community and people that align with our values is very important for mental well-being, especially in the workplace. Feeling that connection with others who are your colleagues and your mentors begins with shared values, both in your personal and work life. It is crucial for you as an employee or a manager to foster these connections to create a sense of belonging in the workplace, which could look different to different people. As an employee, it could mean becoming personal friends with professional colleagues. What’s most important is to ask your employee what motivates them and encourage your team to discuss what is important to them in the workplace to connect over similarities or shared values.
Greater Overall Life Satisfaction
When your workplace and values align, you’re likely to experience greater overall life satisfaction. Feeling good about your work enhances your mental health, and the positivity that spills over into your personal life. NIH research proves “that individuals who are happy in their work have a better attitude when performing activities: happier employees are more productive.” Prioritizing that your values align with your work will make the workplace better and your personal life will be enriched as well.
Just as spring brings renewal and growth, aligning your workplace and personal values can lead to a healthier and more fulfilling work experience, promoting satisfaction and longevity at your workplace. When your work resonates with what you care about personally, it increases job satisfaction, fosters a sense of belonging, and boosts overall life satisfaction. So, take a moment this season to reflect on your values and how they connect with your work—because when you align both, you can truly bloom.