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Wellbeing Think Tank is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a mission to foster workplaces where everyone can thrive.

05/13/2026

We’re excited to welcome Wellness Council of Tampa Bay as Wellbeing Think Tank’s newest collaborator.

With more than 700 members, Wellness Council of Tampa Bay brings workplace wellness professionals together through networking, education, resource sharing, and strategic planning. Their work supports professionals who are helping improve health and wellbeing across workplaces and communities in the Tampa Bay area.

This collaboration reflects our shared commitment to connecting people, elevating evidence-based workplace wellbeing practices, and creating more opportunities for learning and action.

Interested in collaborating with Wellbeing Think Tank? Reach out to us at [email protected] or visit our contact page to start the conversation. Learn more at wellbeingthinktank.org/partners

05/12/2026

“Enjoying your work. Having fun at work doesn’t mean you’re not being serious.” - Michael Cundall, PhD. Mirth Management

That line from Dr. Mike stayed with us long after last year’s conversation on humor at work.

Too often, workplaces treat joy, creativity, humor, and play as distractions from meaningful work instead of recognizing that they can help people connect, think differently, recover from stress, and stay engaged.

That’s part of why we're exploring Art and Play for Human Flourishing this quarter. Next week, we’ll continue the conversation as we explore how to turn fun into an actionable and effortless habit.

Sometimes the things that make us more human at work are also the things that help us thrive.

05/11/2026

Work teams benefit from moments of play as research shows that moments of shared fun can strengthen bonds and increase compassion. So how can we build more fun into our days?

At our BeWell event on May 21, Mike Rucker, Ph.D. will guide us on how to turn fun into an actionable and effortless habit. Whether you’re a leader, practitioner or someone seeking personal renewal, this session will leave you energized and connected.

Register now and consider becoming a supporting member to access more benefits and resources. https://www.wellbeingthinktank.org/bewell

05/08/2026

Have you visited the Wellbeing Think Tank Bookshop lately?

You can find books written by many of our expert presenters along with other recommended reads, including The Fun Habit by Mike Rucker, Ph.D.. We'll be giving away a copy at our BeWell event on May 21, and you won't want to miss this opportunity to learn directly from the author.

➡️ Register for the event: https://www.wellbeingthinktank.org/bewell

📚 Check out the bookshop: https://bookshop.org/shop/wellbeingthinktank

05/07/2026

Have you visited our blog lately?

This quarter we're exploring the impact of art and play for human flourishing and this post from contributor Chase Sterling explores how arts, design, and creativity can support workplace wellbeing in practical, evidence-informed ways.

From creative breaks to personalized workspaces to staff-led wellbeing initiatives, small shifts can help organizations create environments where people and opportunity flourish.

Read more at wellbeingthinktank.org/blog

05/06/2026

At Wellbeing Think Tank, we offer a range of events designed to support both individual and organizational wellbeing.

This month, we’re focusing on our BeWell workshops. These sessions create space to pause, recharge, and focus on your own wellbeing while gaining practical, evidence-based tools you can apply in your work and daily life.

We’re especially excited for this month’s session How to Build a Fun Habit, where we’ll explore the science behind fun’s impact on health and productivity and learn practical ways to invite more joy and delight into everyday life.

If you’ve been meaning to prioritize your own wellbeing, this is a great place to start.

Join us for this month’s BeWell workshop: https://www.wellbeingthinktank.org/bewell

05/05/2026

What does wellbeing in action look like at work?

That’s the question we’re exploring in a new Wellbeing Think Tank conversation series, where we connect with practitioners, researchers, and leaders who are helping shape healthier, more human centered workplaces.

In this clip, Peichi Waite Founding Director of Scarlet ArtsRx at Rutgers University—New Brunswick, shares a simple creativity practice: go on a color walk.

🟡Choose one color.
🌻Look for it as you move through your day.
🍋 Notice where else it shows up.

It sounds small, but small shifts in attention can interrupt our usual thinking patterns, invite more presence, and open tiny doors to joy.

This quarter, we’re exploring creativity and joy for human flourishing. A color walk is one simple way to practice both.

Could you go on a color walk today? Pick a color and let us know what you notice!

05/04/2026

Fun at work does not have to mean forced games, distractions, or one more thing added to the calendar.

Sometimes it starts with a better question: What parts of your work give you energy, and how can we make more room for them?

Research on job crafting reminds us that people can shape parts of their work to better align with their strengths, interests, and sources of meaning. Even small shifts, like adding creativity, connection, humor, or autonomy into the workday, can support focus, motivation, and wellbeing.

On May 21, join us for How to Build a Fun Habit with Mike Rucker, Ph.D., author of The Fun Habit. We’ll explore how brief, intentional moments of fun can support joy, health and overall wellbeing.

Join the Wellbeing Think Tank community today and join us in creating cultures of wellbeing for all.

05/01/2026

We love hearing from our community. 🫶

And this recent comment, “Very engaging event. Rooted in evidence yet applicable to work and life.”, exemplifies our work.

Creating experiences that are grounded in science and still practical for everyday work and life is exactly what we aim for. 🙌

Grateful for this testimonial and for a community that continues to show up, learn, and grow together. If you're passionate about creating cultures of wellbeing we hope you'll join us!

04/30/2026

Have you visited our blog lately?

This quarter, we’re exploring art and play for human flourishing, and our latest blog dives into the role of music at work.

Written by Chase Sterling, this piece explores how music can support focus, performance, and wellbeing when used intentionally, and what the research says about getting it right.

Our blog is one of the best ways to access evidence-based insights you can apply directly in your work. If this sounds like your kind of resource, join our community to stay connected and get the most out of everything we offer.

Learn more at wellbeingthinktank.org

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