{"id":1412,"date":"2025-11-19T12:00:55","date_gmt":"2025-11-19T18:00:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/currycondev.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=1412"},"modified":"2025-10-21T12:08:06","modified_gmt":"2025-10-21T17:08:06","slug":"2025-12-wellness-workbench","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/currycon.com\/?p=1412","title":{"rendered":"2025 December | Wellness Workbench"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"margin-bottom:-20px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"500\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-1329 size-full\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/currycon.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/wellness-workbench.png\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/currycon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/wellness-workbench.png 1920w, https:\/\/currycon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/wellness-workbench-300x78.png 300w, https:\/\/currycon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/wellness-workbench-1024x267.png 1024w, https:\/\/currycon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/wellness-workbench-768x200.png 768w, https:\/\/currycon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/wellness-workbench-1536x400.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-0 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h1 style=\"font-family: 'titillium Web'; text-align: center; font-size:4vh;\"><span style=\"color: #FFFFFF; font-weight: 100;\">WELLNESS<\/span> <span style=\"color: #FFFFFF; font-weight: 600;\"> WORKBENCH<\/span><\/h1>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-contrast-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-375c3add wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\">\n<div style=\"height:5px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 style=\"font-family: 'titillium Web'; text-align: center; font-size:2.25vh;\"><span style=\"color: #FFFFFF; font-weight: 100;\">DECEMBER<\/span> <span style=\"color: #FFFFFF; font-weight: 600;\"> 2025<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:5px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:70%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-accent-1-color has-text-color has-link-color has-large-font-size wp-elements-1ced7cf668691d25548d31e126d4822f\"><em><strong><em><em><em><em><em><em>December Focus: Seasonal Affective Disorder &amp; Holiday Stress Awareness<\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><em>Stress Less: Mental Health Tips for the Holidays<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">The holiday season can be full of joy\u2014but it can also bring stress, pressure, and tough emotions. For construction workers balancing long hours, family expectations, and cold winter days, the season sometimes feels more draining than uplifting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">This December, we\u2019re shining a light on ways to manage holiday stress, cope with loneliness or grief, and find support when you need it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-accent-4-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-accent-4-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-accent-1-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-b6ee2eb52d5c5296a2a7406560d59bf4\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Managing Stress and Expectations<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-accent-4-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-accent-4-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">It\u2019s easy to get overwhelmed trying to do it all. Remember: your time, energy, and money are limited\u2014don\u2019t stretch yourself too thin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-671d0057 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-column-is-layout-353cc7fb wp-block-column-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"flex-basis:30%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/currycon.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/managing-stress.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1413\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-column-is-layout-12243e0f wp-block-column-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"flex-basis:70%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-medium-font-size\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Set realistic expectations:<\/strong> Focus on what really matters to you and your family, not on \u201cperfect\u201d holidays.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Plan Breaks:<\/strong> Even five minutes of quiet can lower stress. Take a walk, listen to music, or just breathe.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Stick to routines when possible:<\/strong> Regular sleep, meals, and movement keep your body and mind balanced.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Say no when needed:<\/strong> It&#8217;s okay to skip an event or scale back plans to protect your well-being.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-accent-4-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-accent-4-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-accent-1-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-6f93aa11fbca82a34f7f7be05a342af4\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Coping with Loneliness or Grief<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-accent-4-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-accent-4-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">The holidays can be especially hard if you\u2019re missing loved ones or spending the season apart from family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-671d0057 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-column-is-layout-353cc7fb wp-block-column-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"flex-basis:30%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/currycon.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/coping-with-loneliness.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1415\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-column-is-layout-12243e0f wp-block-column-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"flex-basis:70%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-medium-font-size\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Acknowledge your feelings:<\/strong> It\u2019s okay to feel sad, lonely, or overwhelmed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Reach out:<\/strong> Call a friend, coworker, or family member. Even a quick check-in can help you feel connected.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Honor traditions<strong>\u2014or create new ones<\/strong>:<\/strong> Light a candle, share a memory, or start a new tradition that feels meaningful.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Give back:<\/strong> Volunteering or helping others can ease loneliness and bring a sense of purpose.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-accent-4-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-accent-4-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-accent-1-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-0c43adfeb96628a010125d1bc47541b7\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-accent-4-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-accent-4-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Shorter days and less sunlight can trigger Seasonal Affective Disorder\u2014a type of depression that happens in the winter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-671d0057 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-column-is-layout-353cc7fb wp-block-column-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"flex-basis:30%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/currycon.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/s.a.d.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1416\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-column-is-layout-12243e0f wp-block-column-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"flex-basis:70%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-medium-font-size\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Signs Include:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Low energy or constant fatigue<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Difficulty concentrating<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Loss of interest in activities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Change in sleep or appetite<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Who is at risk:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><em>Gender:<\/em><\/strong> women experience symptoms more often than men<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>Location:<\/em><\/strong> Living farther from the equator, where winter days are shorter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>Genetics &amp; biology:<\/em><\/strong> A personal or family history of depression or bipolar disorder, as well as traits like light skin, blue or light-colored eyes, or sensitivity to changes in sunlight<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>Age: <\/em><\/strong>Younger adults are more commonly affected. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>What helps:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Get sunlight when possible\u2014take breaks outdoors, even in the cold.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stay active\u2014movement boosts mood and energy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Talk to your doctor if symptoms persist\u2014treatments like light therapy or counseling can make a big difference<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-accent-4-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-accent-4-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-accent-1-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-d92ed090658b26a030d4f33f38a443f0\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Resources for Support<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-accent-4-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-accent-4-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">You don\u2019t have to carry holiday stress alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-671d0057 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-column-is-layout-353cc7fb wp-block-column-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"flex-basis:30%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/currycon.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/resources.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1417\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-column-is-layout-12243e0f wp-block-column-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"flex-basis:70%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-medium-font-size\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Talk to your doctor:<\/strong> Share how you\u2019re feeling, physically and mentally.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Lean on your crew:<\/strong> Coworkers and friends can provide support and perspective<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Hotlines:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>988 Suicide &amp; Crisis Lifeline<\/strong> \u2013 Available 24\/7 if you\u2019re in crisis or need to talk.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>SAMHSA Helpline (1-800-662-4357)<\/strong> \u2013 Free, confidential treatment referral and support.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-accent-4-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-accent-4-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-accent-1-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-9e46c84b5acc60324394bf489f26c599\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Quick Builder\u2019s Stress-Relief Checklist<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-accent-4-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-accent-4-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-671d0057 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-column-is-layout-353cc7fb wp-block-column-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"flex-basis:30%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/currycon.wpenginepowered.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/blueprint-stress-relief.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1418\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-column-is-layout-12243e0f wp-block-column-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"flex-basis:70%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-medium-font-size\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Take small breaks to reset during the day<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Stay active\u2014even a 10-minute walk helps<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Keep realistic expectations for the holiday<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reach out if you\u2019re feeling down or overwhelmed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-accent-4-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-accent-4-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Bottom Line:<\/strong> The holidays aren&#8217;t about perfection\u2014they\u2019re about connection and balance. Taking small steps to manage stress and care for your mental health will help you finish the year stronger, safer, and healthier\u2014on the job and at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-accent-3-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-accent-3-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<p class=\"has-accent-1-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-0d794d12027685c600dc2363775bdb8c\"><strong>DATE POSTED<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:75%\"><div class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-ac9a27c399d69d2ee01127e5df801664 wp-block-post-date has-text-color has-contrast-color has-medium-font-size\"><time datetime=\"2025-11-19T12:00:55-06:00\">November 19, 2025<\/time><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<p class=\"has-accent-1-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-4226cc8d14d12ed8914e4a371730bd32\"><strong>POSTED BY<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:75%\"><div class=\"wp-block-post-author-name has-medium-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/currycon.com\/?author=1\" target=\"_self\" class=\"wp-block-post-author-name__link\">Curry Construction Communication Team<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<p class=\"has-accent-1-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-c3fef107c01bf724d0c396e708f8a034\"><strong>CATEGORY<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:75%\"><div class=\"taxonomy-post_tag is-style-default wp-block-post-terms has-medium-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/currycon.com\/?tag=2025-12-newsletter\" rel=\"tag\">2025 December Newsletter<\/a><span class=\"wp-block-post-terms__separator\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/currycon.com\/?tag=employee-resources\" rel=\"tag\">Employee Resources<\/a><span class=\"wp-block-post-terms__separator\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/currycon.com\/?tag=health\" rel=\"tag\">Health<\/a><span class=\"wp-block-post-terms__separator\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/currycon.com\/?tag=wellness\" rel=\"tag\">Health &amp; Wellness<\/a><span class=\"wp-block-post-terms__separator\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/currycon.com\/?tag=wellness-workbench\" rel=\"tag\">Wellness Workbench<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:var(--wp--preset--spacing--80)\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-contrast-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8d52f9dc wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:10px;padding-top:5px;padding-right:5px;padding-bottom:5px;padding-left:5px\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.currycon.com\/employee-resources\"><h3 style=\"font-family: 'titillium Web'; text-align: center; font-size:1.5vh;\"><span style=\"color: #FFFFFF; font-weight: 600;\"> < <\/span><span style=\"color: #FFFFFF; font-weight: 100;\">BACK TO<\/span> <span style=\"color: #FFFFFF; font-weight: 600;\">EMPLOYEE RESOURCES<\/span><\/h3><\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-accent-3-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-accent-3-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">Other Employee Resources Articles<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-accent-1-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-bee0c699c5e8d8d78b1dc2dc31851452\">All Employee Meeting Recap<\/h4>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__list aligncenter wp-block-latest-posts has-medium-font-size\"><li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" 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