For most people, the holiday season is a period to recharge, rest, and reflect on the past 12 months and the coming year. Unfortunately, this isn’t the same for most employees. More than 80% of employees admit to experiencing high stress during the holiday season. Several workplace and non-workplace factors contribute to the heightened stress among employees.

Work environments have a substantial impact on mental health, just as mental wellness impacts productivity and teamwork. The Workplace Health Survey found that 80% of U.S. employees attribute workplace stress to affecting relationships and 35% miss 3 to 5 days of work per month due to stress.