We all know the feeling: days move quickly, work gets busy, and taking care of ourselves can slip to the bottom of the priorities list. But as habit expert and Atomic Habits author James Clear shared in an interview, meaningful change rarely comes from dramatic reinvention. Instead, “small beginnings” and tiny, consistent actions, even just a minute or two, compound over time and lead to meaningful results. That mindset is exactly what the team at the Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel embraced when they choses to put holistic wellness first.
“Sometimes we say we’re too busy to take care of ourselves but in fact, you can always do something quite small that has a big impact on yourself,” says Thu Nguyen, Director of Human Resources at the Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel.
This philosophy sits at the heart of TakeCare, Marriott’s global wellness program designed to support associates’ physical, mental, and financial health in approachable, holistic ways. Through the TakeCare Certification Program, hotels around the world showcase how they bring these pillars of wellbeing to life throughout the year.
As a TakeCare Certified property and proud recipient of the 2025 Debbie Marriott Harrison TakeCare Award of Excellence, the Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel embodies this philosophy beautifully. At this hotel, wellness begins with small daily moments like morning workout sessions led by the fitness team, featuring warmups, stretches, and yoga. Associates start their shifts feeling more energized, grounded, and connected.
For Dan Hoang Phan, a trainee at the property, these routines make a meaningful difference. “I believe the TakeCare program is very important for associates, especially for Gen Z and Gen Y,” he shares.
The hotel’s commitment extends beyond physical wellness. Embracing TakeCare’s 360‑wellness mindset, the team also offers activities that support mental and emotional wellbeing, including sound therapy, yoga, and calming practices that help associates unwind after busy days. “This allows me to release the tension in my body after working hours and connect more with the staff,” Dan adds.
To complete their holistic approach, the hotel also provides nutritious, balanced meals and financial literacy classes, ensuring associates feel supported across every dimension of their wellbeing.
“You can always do something quite small that has a big impact on yourself.”
Thu Nguyen, director of human resources
There’s no doubt about it: when associates feel supported, the entire workplace grows stronger, healthier, and more connected. If you are passionate about wellness and want to create the same positive impact at your hotel or office, consider becoming a TakeCare Champion. Visit MGS to learn more and sign up.
