Workplace Mental Health in Ghana: Silent Resignations

Every day, millions of Ghanaians show up at work — physically present, emotionally absent.
They log in, check boxes, attend meetings — but inside, they’ve already resigned. They are simply too broke to quit, or too afraid to speak up.

We call this the “silent resignation” — a slow-burning crisis that’s damaging productivity, creativity, and morale in organizations across the country.

So what’s really going on?

It’s not just about salaries. It’s about toxic leadership that mocks rather than mentors. It’s about poor communication, where managers don’t listen and staff don’t feel heard. It’s about unrealistic demands with no appreciation. It’s about workplaces that reward performance but ignore wellbeing.

Stress is high. Support is low.

People are:

Dragging themselves out of bed, dreading another day

Hiding their burnout behind fake smiles

Snapping at colleagues or withdrawing completely

Physically sick but afraid to request a day off

We’ve become a nation where people hate Mondays, count down to Friday, and live for public holidays. Work no longer inspires — it drains.

But here’s the truth: when mental health is neglected, business suffers.
High staff turnover, absenteeism, low morale, and poor service delivery often trace back to emotional exhaustion.

This is not just an HR issue — it’s a leadership responsibility.

That’s why Dr. David Rex Orgen and the team at InspireMind Global are working with forward-thinking organizations to change the narrative. Through our Corporate Wellness Programs, we offer:

Mental health audits to assess emotional risks in the workplace

Emotional intelligence coaching for leadership and teams

Stress management and trauma-informed training

Custom support plans tailored to each work environment

Because when people feel seen, safe, and supported — they do better work, build better teams, and stay longer.

📧 Let InspireMind Global design a Workplace Mental Health Plan for your company or team.
🌍 Visit: www.inspiremindglobal.com
📩 Email: info@inspiremindglobal.com

Let’s stop managing people like machines — and start building work cultures where people thrive, not just survive.

Written by Dr. David Rex Orgen, Best-Selling Author and International Mental Health Expert