In this powerful session we will explore how the principles that give organisations purpose and cohesion can also create hidden pressures affecting staff wellbeing. When people care deeply about their organisation’s values, they can become more susceptible to emotional strain and moral discomfort when those values are tested or inconsistently upheld. Drawing on emerging research in organisational psychology and wellbeing, this session examines how values-driven cultures can unintentionally foster burnout or disengagement and offers practical strategies to overcome this. Participants will:
1. Understand how organisational values can both support and undermine wellbeing.
2. Recognise the emotional costs of caring deeply about organisational purpose.
3. Explore evidence-informed approaches to reduce value-related stress and sustain healthy engagement.