You Can’t Wellness Your Way Out of a Toxic Culture

In this episode of Deep Dive, we explore Dr. Alexis Davis’s article, where she critiques surface-level wellness initiatives in organizations with toxic cultures. Dr. Davis argues that without trust, aligned leadership, and a solid foundation, wellness programs fail to make a real impact. The article calls for addressing root issues like poor leadership, fragmented communication, and broken values before introducing wellness efforts. She offers practical solutions, including leadership audits, safe feedback loops, departmental restructuring, coaching, and rebuilding culture from within. Ultimately, the piece emphasizes that real wellness starts with real leadership. Without integrity and alignment at the core, no program can fix what culture continues to erode.

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