Does Workplace Spirituality Enhance Employee Well-Being? The Mediating Role of Workplace Happiness

Abstract

Workplace spirituality and employee well-being are significant aspects of organizational behavior that greatly influence the success of an organization. While numerous studies have demonstrated the positive impact of workplace spirituality on employee performance, few have delved into its correlation with workplace happiness (WPH). The present research seeks to investigate the direct and indirect effects of workplace spirituality on workplace engagement and employee well-being, with WPH serving as a mediator. The groundwork for the proposed conceptual model was laid by conducting a survey with 473 working professionals from Indian organizations, employing the structural equation modeling (SEM) method. Results reveal that employees with a strong sense of workplace spirituality tend to have greater attachment to the workplace. WPH, in turn, acts as a mediator in the relationship between workplace attachment (WPA) and employee well-being. This study sheds light on the significant relationship between workplace spirituality, WPA, and employee well-being. It underscores the importance for organizations to prioritize WPH of employees which in turn, would enhance their well-being within the workplace. The study also discusses the theoretical and practical implications of the findings, offering suggestions about directions for future research.