Directors’ August 2026 BSPD Digest

Week 1 – August 4^th, 2026 Theme: The 8 Dimensions of Wellness

To help people better recognize and achieve wellness – including in the workplace – the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) created the Eight Dimensions of Wellness. https://workplacewellnesslab.com/the-8-dimensions-of-wellness/

Week 2 – August 11^th, 2026 Theme: Supporting Employee Mental Wellness

With all of this talk about supporting the mental wellness of employees, you might be wondering, “What does supporting an employee’s mental wellness actually look like?” https://workplacewellnesslab.com/the-role-of-a-leader-in-supporting-employee-mental-wellness/

Week 3 – August 18^th, 2026 Theme: How to Cultivate Belonging and Promote Wellness

To create a mentally healthy workplace culture, leaders must be intentional about making a genuine connection with each employee. https://workplacewellnesslab.com/how-to-cultivate-belonging-and-promote-wellness-in-the-workplace/

Week 4 – August 25^th, 2026 Theme: Strategies for Discussing Mental Health with Employees

Leaders who show they care about their employees make the most difference in creating mentally healthy workplaces. In this article, we’ll cover specific strategies for having those conversations.  https://workplacewellnesslab.com/strategies-for-discussing-mental-health-with-employees/