The best five stories about wellness in 2025, the titles are as follows: “Well Done: Your Brain on Community,” “Reimagining the Reception: Trends in Alcohol Consumption,” “Ask the Pillow Concierge: Tips for a Good Night’s Sleep on the Road,” “Healthy You: Hydration Fixation” and “Well Done: Get Out(side).”
Health and wellness permeate the meetings space. If we’re not at our peak, our performance suffers in this high-demand industry that includes extended travel across time zones, long hours on your feet, meeting with old friends and strangers, and sometimes skipping meals and sleep.
That’s where we come in—to help you be the very best version of you.
Well Done: Your Brain on Community
Smart Meetings editor Sarah Robertson reported on the power of social connections that promote a happier, healthier and longer life. Building your own personal community—whether it’s colleagues, family or friends—is not just good for you; it also sparks creativity, builds resilience when facing obstacles and makes you better at your job.
Reimagining the Reception: Trends in Alcohol Consumption
Robertson also wrote about the burgeoning trend that shows people are consuming less alcohol than in previous years. Leading the charge is Gen Z, many of whom believe that drinking booze isn’t so great for one’s health. Following this trend can help planners save money by offering non-alcoholic beverages at events, for example.
Ask the Pillow Concierge: Tips for a Good Night’s Sleep on the Road
Getting a good night’s sleep should always be your goal whether at home or on the road. Smart Meetings Vice President and Content Director JT Long checked in with the Beatrice Hotel’s resident sleep expert to serve up tips for getting the rest you need and deserve.
Healthy You: Hydration Fixation
Editor-at-Large Gary Diedrichs checked in with medical experts to learn about the science of hydration—and it’s not all about pounding water from that oversized Stanley cup. Among the tips: Eating the right kinds of foods (hello, broccoli!) can help your body maintain the right balance of staying hydrated.
Well Done: Get Out(side)
And a shameless plug for the very first column I wrote for Smart Meetings this summer. I talked with folks who help add a healthy dose of the great outdoors to your events and incentive trips. From easy forest bathing to more rigorous team-building exercises, there’s plenty to consider how to include nature in your planning.
