GHRC hosted an insightful webinar titled “Introduction to Workplace Spirituality”, featuring Dr. Anshul Gupta — an esteemed author, researcher, and consultant at TheCorporateSpirituality.com. Held on April 23 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM, the session aimed to explore how spiritual values can be integrated into the professional environment to promote purpose, well-being, and ethical work culture.
Dr. Gupta began by defining Workplace Spirituality as the recognition of an inner life that is nurtured by meaningful work within a community. He emphasized that spirituality in the workplace is not about rituals or religion, but about aligning with values such as compassion, integrity, mindfulness, and connectedness. Throughout the session, he used real-life examples and thought-provoking insights to help participants understand how these principles can be practically applied.
Key topics discussed included differentiating spirituality from religion in a corporate context, using practices like mindfulness and gratitude to boost employee satisfaction, and creating a culture of empathy and shared purpose. Dr. Gupta also shared case studies of organizations that have successfully embraced spiritual principles and witnessed a positive impact on productivity and morale.
The session concluded with an interactive Q&A, where participants discussed how to implement spiritual practices in their own workplaces. Polls and reflection exercises further engaged attendees, encouraging them to reflect on their values and workplace experiences.
Feedback from the participants was overwhelmingly positive. Many described the session as “eye-opening,” with one participant noting the clarity Dr. Gupta brought to such a nuanced topic. Others expressed a desire to adopt some of the mindfulness techniques discussed during the session.
Overall, the webinar succeeded in opening up a meaningful conversation around spirituality at work — a topic that is increasingly relevant in today’s fast-paced and burnout-prone professional world. Dr. Gupta’s guidance offered a fresh perspective on how organizations and individuals alike can create more purpose-driven and compassionate work environments.
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