Employee wellness trends in 2025

Workplace wellness is getting a refresh. It’s no longer about surface-level perks like free pizza or warm wine in plastic cups—it’s about creating thoughtful, meaningful ways to support employees as humans. This year, the focus is on balance: balance between work and life, between screen time and downtime, and between individual needs and team goals. 

Investing in employee wellbeing helps create a workplace where people feel valued and supported, and where they can do their best work. It’s about doing what’s right for your team, and as a bonus, it can also boost productivity by 10% productivity.

So, what are the key employee wellness trends to watch out for in 2025? 

Read on to find out and discover how you can easily adapt some of these trends in your own workplace.

1. Mental health days as standard 

Taking care of mental health is finally getting the attention it deserves. More companies are introducing mental health days—dedicated time off for employees to recharge and refocus—on top of regular leave. Nike has taken this idea even further, giving employees a full week off to spend time with loved ones and prioritize their mental health. 

To make that time off even more impactful, tools like MOO’s Perpetual Planners can help employees feel organized, reducing stress and making it easier to manage workloads before and after their break.

2. Screen-free breaks and tech boundaries 

Workplace stress costs U.S. businesses over $300 billion every year in healthcare, employee absenteeism, and lower productivity. That’s why it’s important to encourage screen-free breaks to help employees recharge. Whether it’s going for a coffee or heading out for a walk, these breaks are becoming an essential part of the workday.

Providing high-quality Stationery supports this by promoting analog habits that inspire creativity. Something as simple as having a Notepad and Pen on hand encourages employees to step away from their screens and let their ideas flow on paper.

3. Flexible work schedules for real balance

Flexibility is an employee wellness trend that is here to stay, with more businesses moving away from rigid 9-to-5 schedules. Offering hybrid working, adaptable hours, and shorter workweeks gives employees more control over their time.  Google is taking flexible working to a whole new level with its “20% rule.” Employees can spend 20% of their time exploring personal growth projects or learning new skills. 

To help employees make the most of their flexible schedules, a premium Notebook is a great tool for sparking creativity, jotting down ideas, and planning personal growth projects.

4. Nurture communal purpose 

Aligning employee wellness with eco-conscious initiatives has never been more important. Patagonia gives each team member 18 paid activism hours per year. Brands inspired by Patagonia’s pioneering approach could introduce volunteering days, too.

These could be printed as coupons on Postcards and given to employees, each offering a paid day to volunteer for a cause they care about. It’s a thoughtful way to foster a sense of purpose and community and demonstrate that your brand cares.

5. Celebrate micro-wins

Recognizing small milestones—like completing a tricky project, hitting a weekly goal, or simply making it through a busy month—is another employee wellness trend we’re here for. A handwritten message on a Notecard, a voucher for their favorite coffee shop, or a Gift Certificate are all ways to convey your appreciation. 

These thoughtful touches don’t require a big budget, but they make employees feel seen and valued. Over time, they help create a company culture that celebrates progress, no matter how big or small, and builds happier, more connected teams.

MOO can help you with your team’s wellness 

We’re a trend that’s here to stay. Discover how MOO Business Services can help support employee wellness in 2025 and beyond.