The Acadia Model: Well-Being Initiatives

This is a change management guide leveraging the most powerful way to create change; by social norms. People are stressed; whether it's from mental health issues, stressors out of our control, burnout, or fear of the uncertainties of our world, the stress is real. How do we foster healthy environments in our home, communities, places of work, education, health systems, and governments? Why is this important? Creating well-being initiatives for the betterment of people will only increase emotional intelligence, health and happiness of our citizens. This translates to an increase of engagement, productivity, and a reduction of absenteeism benefiting bottom line earnings of organizations. Cities will flourish, families will heal, communities will boost volunteerism, and governments will hear the voice of those they represent; people. Children will learn about emotions from a young age, and adults will proactively work on their mental health as closely as they do their physical. Our health systems will prioritize fostering lifestyle changes. Imagine your organization as a ship navigating uncharted waters. The Acadia Model serves as your compass, helping you understand the currents (social norms), align your course (vision), and empower your crew (change champions). With the Acadia Model, you not only weather the storms of change but chart a course towards innovation and positive evolution.