Examining the Association between Spirituality, Anxiety and Stress Among Female Employees in Workplace: A Pilot Study

Stress and anxiety in the workplace are significant concerns affecting employees globally, particularly among females. Spirituality has emerged as a potential coping mechanism for stress and anxiety. Previous research indicates that spirituality at the workplace has a significant negative correlation with stress and anxiety. However, its association with these factors among female employees in workplaces remains underexplored. This pilot study aims to examine the association between spirituality, anxiety, and stress among female employees in workplaces. A cross-sectional survey was conducted among female employees (N=50) from various industries in India. Participants completed self-report measures assessing spirituality, anxiety, and stress levels. Statistical analyses including correlation and regression were employed to explore the relationships between variables. Preliminary findings suggest a significant negative association between spirituality and anxiety (r = -0.269) and stress (r = -0.510) among female employees. Regression analysis further elucidates there is a tentative or weak predictive association between spirituality and anxiety as well as stress levels within the scope of the research. These findings suggest that there is a potential relevance of spirituality as a protective factor against anxiety and stress among female employees in workplaces. Implications for interventions aimed at promoting employee well-being and organisational productivity are discussed. Further research should consider a large sample and also how gender and workload might influence the link between spirituality and well-being.