Boost Well-Being at Work in 30 Minutes a Week | Y Soft Careers Blog

At Y Soft, we're all about innovation, collaboration, and moving fast. But let's be real–the fast-paced and dynamic nature of our work can sometimes be overwhelming.

To support YSofters' well-being,  we created the Y Soft 6-week online well-being program—a simple, practical way to bring more balance into work life.

The best part? It only takes 30 minutes a week. Read on for practical tips you can try right away.

Long-term goals and impact 

In the past, we’ve offered ad-hoc breathwork sessions and one-on-one counseling. This year, we wanted to take a more structured, long-term approach to employee well-being with clear goals:

1. Enhance resilience to stress
2. Reduce anxiety and tension
3. Promote physical and emotional healing
4. Develop emotional intelligence (EQ)
5. Improve focus, productivity, and creativity

How We Made Well-being Work for Us

Corporate wellness programs are becoming more common, with large enterprises like Google, Amazon, NASA, and Nike incorporating breathwork and mindfulness into their workplace culture.

However, we knew that a traditional wellness program requiring long commitments wouldn’t fit into our YSofters’ busy schedules. So, we did it the Y Soft way and designed a compact yet impactful six-week experience with:

• Scientifically backed methods: A tailored blend of Breathwork & Internal Family Systems (IFS). This powerful combination helped employees not only relax but also gain deeper self-awareness and emotional regulation skills.

• Time-efficiency: In just 30 minutes a week, participants could experience noticeable improvements without overwhelming their schedule.

• Engaging & interactive approach: Rather than passive learning, our program encouraged active participation, reflection, and group discussions to enhance connection and engagement.
  
  
  

Did It Work? Let’s Look at the Numbers

After six weeks, we asked our participants for feedback—and here’s what they told us:

• 75% said they felt less stressed and more balanced

• 80% noticed better focus and collaboration at work

• 100% would consider joining again, with 75% saying “absolutely!”

And the personal feedback? Even better:

“Very positive, not just for all the benefits that the practice brings, but also for a chance to be part of the overall community."

“It was a great relax. Thank you!”

“I still can’t believe how impactful and powerful a 30-minute practice can be.”

Quick Tips You Can Use Right Now

Start prioritizing well-being right now. Simple breathing techniques can reduce stress and anxiety within minutes, enhance focus, improve decision-making, and boost creativity. They will also help your body recover faster, improve sleep quality, and even lower blood pressure.

Try Box Breathing for a quick mental reset. This is a simple technique used by athletes, special forces, and first responders to stay calm and focused under pressure:

Inhale for 4 seconds – Hold for 4 seconds – Exhale for 4 seconds – Hold for 4 seconds. Try it now. You’ll feel the difference in just a few rounds.

The best part is that conscious breathing can be practiced anytime and anywhere – in the office, at home, or on the go.

What’s Next? More Well-being for Everyone

• Jirka Vetešník (Linktree, Instagram) 

• Georgiy Zhytar (Linktree) 

With extensive expertise in breathwork, mindfulness, and Internal Family System therapy, they provided the Y Soft community with practical tools to enhance their resilience, manage stress, and improve their overall well-being.

Here’s to building a happier, healthier, more resilient workplace for all!