11 benefits of spiritual direction in the workplace

Work should be an arena of possibility and real expression. — John O’Donohue

There is a growing recognition that spirituality is an important component of human health and wellness in workplaces and that spiritual direction can help connect employees to their purpose and values. With a professional background in industries from retail to media and nonprofits to corporations and international development, I have a keen interest and passion for the role of soul care at work.

New research from McKinsey lists spiritual health along with physical, mental, and social health when defining holistic health.

And while this research has found a connection between holistic health and employee outcomes, soul care in the workplace is also just the right thing to do. That’s because employees are whole people who deserve to be seen, valued, and cared for.

Spiritual direction could be the missing piece to your workplace wellness efforts. I offer 1:1 spiritual direction with leaders and group spiritual direction with teams, as well as spiritual direction for people seeking healing from workplace abuse and bullying.

Here are 11 benefits of spiritual direction in the workplace:

1. Foster belonging

2. Manage change

3. Cultivate psychological safety on your team

4. Improve leadership and culture

5. Connect employees to meaning

6. Help employees tap into their potential

7. Reinvigorate curiosity and creativity

8. Increase employee engagement

9. Encourage stronger collaboration

10. Strengthen emotional intelligence

11. Reduce burnout and foster retention