20 March is the International Day of Happiness, a global event celebrating the importance of happiness in our lives.
The United Nations established the day in 2012 to promote happiness and well-being worldwide and recognize that happiness is a fundamental goal for all people.
International Day of Happiness is an obvious opportunity for companies to focus on employee well-being and create a more positive and productive workplace.
There are many good reasons to join the celebration:
Studies show that happy employees are more engaged, creative and innovative. They are also more likely to be loyal to their employer and to go the extra mile. Employees who thrive in the workplace are less likely to call in sick or quit. They are also more likely to be good ambassadors for the company. A positive and happy atmosphere in the workplace rubs off on everyone. It makes it more pleasant for everyone to be at work and can lead to better collaboration and communication.
There are many ways to celebrate International Happiness Day. Below you will find a few suggestions.