The classic mini-golf cup adds a bit of fun to executives' busy days. She also says that toys can help relieve stress by encouraging laughter, which releases endorphins, stimulates circulation and relieves tension in the back and chest. Toys such as stress balls also relieve tension in our hands and forearms, and tactile or textured toys can help stimulate the creative side of the brain. All of which can be helpful when we're faced with challenges at work. Toys can help us come back down to a normal state so that we can prepare for the next problem or issue that we need to deal with.
Toys can help create happier workers in other ways.
According to Dr. Jennifer Veitch, research officer for the Indoor Environment Research Program at the National Research Council of Canada in Ottawa, personalizing one's workspace helps people feel better about their work environment, whether it's done using photos, artwork, knick-knacks or even toys. In fact, Veitch says that personalization may benefit both individual employees and the company as a whole. We welcome your feedback. All rights reserved.