Together We Flourish at Our Workplace: A Study on Collective Flourishing Among College Teachers in Delhi, India
摘要
An adult individual spends major part of their life at his or her workplace. The importance of the workplace cannot be undermined as it is the central focus of modern life. This influences not only the economic outcomes but also the human wellbeing, development and social interactions. Workplace is not just a site for economic activity but it is a vital space that shapes people’s lives, contributing to the societal progress and to the overall progress of the economy and the society at large. Modern man’s second home is the workplace. So, it is extremely important that individuals are able to feel a sense of flourishing at their workplace to have wellbeing at it’s true sense. Collective flourishing at workplace is a state of thriving together as a group, involving the group members to create a positive and supportive environment where all individual’s grow and succeed. This research study was an investigation into the collective flourishing of the teachers in the colleges of Delhi, India. The main aim was to understand the concept and components of collective flourishing from the perspective of thirty-four college teachers. Exploring their working conditions and their work-life balance. The study also examined the conditions that can enhance collective flourishing at workplace and the negative impact of the lack of workplace flourishing on the respondents. This descriptive research study will help broaden the understanding of collective flourishing at workplace, helping government, policy makers and management, work towards the betterment of teachers that have a direct impact on the education systems and the students of the country, who are the future of any nation.