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Zen Den: A Novel Approach to Promote Well-Being in the Workplace.

Zen Den: A Novel Approach to Promote Well-Being in the Workplace.

Authors :
Naone, Melanie
Ford, Christina
Davis, Katherine Finn
Source :
Journal of Holistic Nursing; Dec2024, Vol. 42 Issue 4, p384-392, 9p
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

Purpose: In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, holistic nurses at an academic level 1 trauma center in Hawaii utilized a novel holistic approach to combat stress and anxiety symptoms while promoting nurse's well-being. This assessment aimed to determine whether a brief session incorporating Reiki and meditation could decrease nurses' perceived stress and anxiety while increasing perceived happiness and coping ability. Methods: Two Reiki-certified holistic nurses developed a mobile 10-minute individual well-being session called "Zen Den." In each session, the holistic nurse provided hands-on Reiki concurrent with a meditation streamed by a free online application. Pre and post-self-assessments were measured using a Likert scale. Findings: Participants (N = 92) showed an average decrease in perceived stress by 46% and anxiety by 45%, and an increase in feelings of happiness by 17% and perceived coping ability by 18%. Conclusion: This novel approach to promote well-being in the workplace can be achieved using existing resources such as Reiki-trained staff, a quiet space, and a 10-minute well-being session with guided meditation using a free online application. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
08980101
Volume :
42
Issue :
4
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Journal of Holistic Nursing
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
181131813
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1177/08980101241263131