Qualitative study examines fasting's effects on workplace dynamics and employee well-being in Türkiye, suggesting improved empathy.
In this study, we aimed to examine the impact of the Islamic tradition of fasting in Ramadan on individuals in organizations located in Turkey, wherein a mostly secular lifestyle is endorsed in spite of the predominant Muslim identity in the country. In this study, a qualitative field study is performed regarding the relationship between fasting individuals and non-fasting individuals within their workgroups, as well as the effect of this practice on fasting individuals. This study aimed to illuminate two essential questions: Do fasting individuals come across organizational or group pressure when they are fasting? Does fasting impact the general well-being of individuals in the workplace? Therefore, this research aims to offer helpful suggestions for enhancing employee motivation and performance in organizations with fasting employees; we anticipate that the findings will promote a more empathetic perspective towards both fasting and non-fasting individuals within the Turkish business context.
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Elif Baykal (2026) studied this question.