{"id":5141,"date":"2026-03-19T14:25:38","date_gmt":"2026-03-19T19:25:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.zoomshift.com\/blog\/?p=5141"},"modified":"2026-04-01T09:01:26","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T14:01:26","slug":"ways-to-reduce-workplace-stress","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.zoomshift.com\/blog\/ways-to-reduce-workplace-stress\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Ways To Reduce Workplace Stress and Zen-ify Your Office"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Work-related stress affects <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stress.org\/workplace-stress#:~:text=83%25%20of%20US%20workers%20suffer,stress%20affects%20their%20personal%20relationships\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">83% of U.S. workers,<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with 25% identifying their job as the most stressful part of their lives. While a moderate level of stress can be motivating, prolonged stress can reduce productivity and overall performance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Workplace stressors like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zoomshift.com\/blog\/workload-management\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">excessive workloads<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and lack of growth opportunities can pile up, which may cause your employees to feel anxious, stressed, or pressured. To overcome these stressors, it\u2019s important to provide solutions for a healthier workplace that your employees look forward to being part of every day. Keep reading to explore 10 effective ways to reduce workplace stress in 2026.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"support-healthy-diets\"><\/span><b>Support healthy diets<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maintaining a balanced diet supports a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hsph.harvard.edu\/nutritionsource\/nutrition-and-immunity\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">healthy immune system and cell repair<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which can give you more energy when dealing with work stressors. While choosing to eat healthily mainly falls on the employee, employers can still support these decisions in the workplace. Here are a few strategies you can try out:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Provide educational resources about healthy food choices.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Switch out sugary office snacks with healthier options like fruit and protein.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Create monthly office health goals like a hydration challenge.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Utilize a meal delivery company that offers <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">science-backed <a href=\"https:\/\/www.factor75.com\/eat\/high-protein-meal-delivery\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">high-protein dinners<\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Encouraging employees to take their lunch break can allow them to not only eat a good meal, but take a mental break from their work tasks.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"encourage-open-communication\"><\/span><b>Encourage open communication<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not surprisingly, a lot of workplace stress comes from the lack of open communication between management and employees. A <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.globenewswire.com\/news-release\/2019\/03\/20\/1757785\/0\/en\/Dynamic-Signal-Study-Finds-U-S-Workforce-Stressed-and-Ready-to-Quit-Compounding-Concerns-From-Tight-Labor-Market-and-Possible-Economic-Downturn.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dynamic Signal survey<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> found that 80% of employees feel workplace stress due to a lack of effective communication. If employees don\u2019t feel comfortable speaking up to upper management or there isn\u2019t support for doing so, there\u2019s a much higher risk of added pressures and stress.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Management teams may have the ability to change this and reduce leadership-caused stress. Make development workshops and training available to both managers and employees to allow them to work on communication skills.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Re-affirm with your employees that open communication is a priority for your company and that their voices are heard and valued. This can be a very effective way to reduce interpersonal stressors.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"bring-in-meditation-and-breathing-classes\"><\/span><b>Bring in meditation and breathing classes<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Looking for ways to bring a wave of calm to the office? Consider bringing a meditation class to your office. Deep breathing meditation can <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cnn.com\/2022\/06\/13\/health\/meditation-science-wellness\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">lower heart rate and release muscle tension<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, resulting in a calm body and mind. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/thunderbird.asu.edu\/thought-leadership\/insights\/benefits-meditation-workplace'\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mindful meditation in the workplace<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can promote productivity, problem-solving, and creativity.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your company is remote or hybrid, you can have the meditation class broadcasted over Zoom so your at-home employees can also participate in the relaxation break. You can also offer your employees subscriptions to wellness apps like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.headspace.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Headspace<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.calm.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calm<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as a nice stress remedy.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"prioritize-paid-time-off\"><\/span><b>Prioritize paid time off<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.zoomshift.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/paid-time-off-software.png\" alt=\"screenshot of time of requests schedule in Zoomshift\" width=\"1461\" height=\"682\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.zoomshift.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/paid-time-off-software.png 1461w, https:\/\/www.zoomshift.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/paid-time-off-software-300x140.png 300w, https:\/\/www.zoomshift.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/paid-time-off-software-1024x478.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.zoomshift.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/paid-time-off-software-768x359.png 768w, https:\/\/www.zoomshift.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/paid-time-off-software-647x302.png 647w, https:\/\/www.zoomshift.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/paid-time-off-software-91x42.png 91w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1461px) 100vw, 1461px\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5144 size-full no-lazyload\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nothing relieves stress more than getting out of the office and spending time away from your desk. Regardless of the size of your company, providing your employees with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zoomshift.com\/time-off-tracking\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">paid time off<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can allow them to rejuvenate and return to work refreshed.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In 2022, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zippia.com\/advice\/pto-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">55% of Americans<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> didn\u2019t use all of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zoomshift.com\/blog\/paid-time-off\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">their PTO<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It\u2019s important to not only provide PTO, but encourage employees to use it as well. Let your team know the value of taking time off to avoid workplace burnout. Managers can encourage this by taking PTO themselves to set an example for their team.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Managers can also connect with team members directly to let them know they haven\u2019t taken many days off and should put in a PTO request \u2014 while also reaffirming their work is covered if they take some time off.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"practice-employee-recognition\"><\/span><b>Practice employee recognition\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your team works diligently to achieve goals and grow your company. Take the time to shine a light on employees who go above and beyond, have completed a strenuous project, or have been given great feedback from external partners.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recognizing employees for their hard work is a positive encouragement that it\u2019s not going unnoticed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Employee recognition doesn\u2019t necessarily require a large budget. Thoughtful emails or company-wide messages can be just as effective. However, a gift card or new work equipment can also be a nice treat for your employees.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To stay on top of employee recognition, make a monthly or quarterly calendar reminder to recognize employees for their hard work and dedication to the company.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"stress-the-importance-of-work-boundaries\"><\/span><b>Stress the importance of work boundaries<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A heavy stressor can be a lack of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zoomshift.com\/blog\/workplace-challenges-and-solutions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">work-life balance<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. A healthy work-life balance can <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.businessnewsdaily.com\/5244-improve-work-life-balance-today.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">reduce burnout and stress<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, while also promoting a better sense of well-being. As a result, companies can have productive, more positive work environments.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Below are some ways higher management and employers can ensure a better work-life balance:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zoomshift.com\/employee-scheduling-software\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">scheduling software<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that can track employee work hours and time zones. This can be especially useful for remote and hybrid companies. This can also be done on a shared calendar or project management system.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Establish a no email\/message\/call rule for after-work hours. Have your employees schedule messages and emails for the following workday.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allocate the proper number of hours to projects and tasks.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Establishing boundaries allows your employees to properly decompress at the end of the day and come back in the morning refreshed and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zoomshift.com\/blog\/job-satisfaction\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ready to work<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.zoomshift.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/tip-1-include-your-employees-in-planning-and-scheduling.png\" alt=\"tip to include your employees in planning and scheduling\" width=\"1461\" height=\"801\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.zoomshift.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/tip-1-include-your-employees-in-planning-and-scheduling.png 1461w, https:\/\/www.zoomshift.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/tip-1-include-your-employees-in-planning-and-scheduling-300x164.png 300w, https:\/\/www.zoomshift.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/tip-1-include-your-employees-in-planning-and-scheduling-1024x561.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.zoomshift.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/tip-1-include-your-employees-in-planning-and-scheduling-768x421.png 768w, https:\/\/www.zoomshift.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/tip-1-include-your-employees-in-planning-and-scheduling-551x302.png 551w, https:\/\/www.zoomshift.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/tip-1-include-your-employees-in-planning-and-scheduling-91x50.png 91w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1461px) 100vw, 1461px\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-5146 no-lazyload\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"offer-flexible-work-schedules\"><\/span><b>Offer flexible work schedules<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Implementing <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zoomshift.com\/blog\/flexible-schedule\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">flexible work hours<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> allows your employees to start and stop their day when it best suits their schedule (while still working a full day). According to a recent <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/futureforum.com\/research\/pulse-report-fall-2022-executives-feel-strain-leading-in-new-normal\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slack survey<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, workers with schedule flexibility reported 29% higher productivity and 53% greater ability to focus than workers with no schedule flexibility.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While flexible work schedules may not be suitable for all companies, it\u2019s something to think about depending on your team. For example, an employee who is a parent may prefer a flexible schedule to be able to pick up their kids from school. Giving your employees flexibility can help reduce overall stress.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.zoomshift.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/tip-2-keep-your-tasks-and-projects-organized.png\" alt=\"tip to keep your tasks and projects organized\" width=\"1461\" height=\"801\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.zoomshift.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/tip-2-keep-your-tasks-and-projects-organized.png 1461w, https:\/\/www.zoomshift.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/tip-2-keep-your-tasks-and-projects-organized-300x164.png 300w, https:\/\/www.zoomshift.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/tip-2-keep-your-tasks-and-projects-organized-1024x561.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.zoomshift.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/tip-2-keep-your-tasks-and-projects-organized-768x421.png 768w, https:\/\/www.zoomshift.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/tip-2-keep-your-tasks-and-projects-organized-551x302.png 551w, https:\/\/www.zoomshift.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/tip-2-keep-your-tasks-and-projects-organized-91x50.png 91w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1461px) 100vw, 1461px\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-5148 no-lazyload\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"minimize-screen-time-when-possible\"><\/span><b>Minimize screen time when possible<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For many roles, extended periods of screen time can be unavoidable. However, reducing unnecessary screen time when possible can improve productivity. Decreasing screen time can also lead to better focus and efficiency, while too much can increase feelings of anxiety and procrastination.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Employers can help provide opportunities for less screen time with in-person collaborative meetings and implementing a no-phone policy during certain work hours. Bring in permanent activities for break times if your budget allows, like ping pong tables.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have a lot of employees with pups? Convert your workplace to a dog-friendly office. According to an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.americanpetproducts.org\/pubs_survey.asp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">APPA survey<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, 57% of puppy parents say having their dog at work relieves stress and anxiety. Short breaks spent playing with a dog versus spending time scrolling on your phone is a subtle but effective change.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"spend-team-time-outdoors\"><\/span><b>Spend team time outdoors\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Employee connection can be an important factor in reducing overall workplace stress. Give your team a real break and arrange a team meetup outside of work, preferably outdoors, like hiking or going to a park for games to give your team some fresh air.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, any fun activity can help your team build connections and feel better about working as a team in the office. Plus, it gives your employees a break from thinking about work stressors and can be a useful anxiety release.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.zoomshift.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/tip-3-fun-bonding-activities.png\" alt=\"tip to include bonding activities in the company calendar\" width=\"1461\" height=\"801\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.zoomshift.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/tip-3-fun-bonding-activities.png 1461w, https:\/\/www.zoomshift.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/tip-3-fun-bonding-activities-300x164.png 300w, https:\/\/www.zoomshift.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/tip-3-fun-bonding-activities-1024x561.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.zoomshift.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/tip-3-fun-bonding-activities-768x421.png 768w, https:\/\/www.zoomshift.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/tip-3-fun-bonding-activities-551x302.png 551w, https:\/\/www.zoomshift.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/tip-3-fun-bonding-activities-91x50.png 91w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1461px) 100vw, 1461px\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-5149 no-lazyload\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"offer-wellness-benefits\"><\/span><b>Offer wellness benefits<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taking care of your employees is one of the most effective ways to reduce workplace stress. This may include offering comprehensive physical and mental health benefits, including nontraditional benefits like mental health days that are tracked separately from PTO and sick days.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reassure your team that their health is a priority and that they\u2019ll be covered if anything arises. Good benefit offerings and available coverage can greatly lower stress and burnout.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another way to reduce workplace stress is by properly <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zoomshift.com\/blog\/weekly-employee-schedule-template\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">scheduling your employees<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and avoiding over-utilization. Sign up for a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/app.zoomshift.com\/accounts\/new\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">free trial<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of our scheduling software to better manage employee schedules. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Work-related stress affects 83% of U.S. workers, with 25% identifying their job as the most stressful part of their lives. While a moderate level of stress can be motivating, prolonged stress can reduce productivity and overall performance. 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