In our hybrid world, genuine connection has become both harder to create and more critical than ever. When we feel truly seen, our brains release oxytocin, reducing stress and enhancing creativity. Discover how one principal's simple signature move—writing handwritten birthday cards to all 1200 students—reveals the neuroscience of connection and challenges us all to find our own way of making others feel valued. What's your signature move?

As Easter approaches, workplace celebrations reveal more than just who likes chocolate. They shine a spotlight on inclusion and belonging—who's invited, who's not, and how it affects us. Social pain is real! When someone feels excluded from Easter treats, their brain processes it similarly to physical pain. This explains why seemingly small slights can trigger such strong emotional responses. This Easter, let's focus on creating workplaces worth belonging through simple actions: have a conversation, quit making assumptions, and engage in more conversations, more often!

Creating psychologically safe workplaces where everyone feels they belong isn't just a nice-to-have anymore—it's essential. Cultural celebrations provide the perfect platform to reinforce these values, but the real impact comes from embedding inclusive principles into our everyday workplace culture. These micro moments matter. It's not about grand gestures but creating space for genuine connection and understanding.

Those seemingly trivial workplace behaviours that we often brush aside? They're actually shaping your entire team culture. When we create safe spaces to discuss micro behaviours, we give permission for teams to address small issues before they create big divides. Rather than letting people talk about each other, we encourage talking to each other - establishing clear boundaries and expectations that build trust, respect, and psychological safety. Remember, micro moments matter, and more conversations more often lead to stronger workplaces worth belonging.