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tools & tips for HOW TO have effective conversations ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH AT WORK
Supporting Mental Health at Work: What Leaders Can Do—and What They Shouldn’t
We talk a lot about what leaders are responsible for, but we rarely mention what they aren't. In this article, Melissa will encourage and guide you to expand that conversation, especially when it comes to mental health in the workplace.
The Rise of Self-Diagnosis: Understanding the Impact on Mental Health at Work Conversations
With the rise of self-diagnosis in mental health disorders and learning disabilities, it's important to understand how this can impact conversations in the workplace. In this article, Organizational Psychologist and Mental Health At Work Specialist, Melissa Doman, M.A. shares how you can approach these challenging conversations, especially intergenerationally, with the right awareness, language, and training.
Managing the Mental Health Impact of Sociopolitical Uncertainty and Targeted Hate
Whether it’s interpersonal division, crappy economics, climate change, socioeconomic division, or harmful global social change. You name it--we seem to be dealing with it. In this article, Melissa shares practical strategies for employees and leaders to manage the mental health impacts associated with these challenging times.
Navigating the Fine Line Between Toxic Positivity and Constructive Hope in the Workplace
Let's face it, work can be a rollercoaster of high-intensity emotions. From performance expectations to navigating clashes within your team, negative emotions are bound to surface. And in our quest to create a supportive work environment where positive emotions abound, sometimes the good intentions to foster a culture of joy don't quite land.
Sustaining Mental Health Conversations at Work: Why It Matters and How to Do It Right
In today’s business world, our conversations around mental health often get relegated to a once-a-year affair during Mental Health Awareness Month. Discover five practical solutions you can implement this year to put your company ahead of the curve when it comes to mental health at work.
Navigating 2024: Beyond the 'Don't Mess with My Peace' Mantra
Trying to ‘protect your peace’ in 2024? Learn more about why that may not be a useful approach to managing your mental health, and what to do instead.
Authentic Approaches to Mental Health at Work in 2024
Struggling to start mental health conversations in your business? This article provides helpful tips on how to effectively start the conversation about mental health in your company and create real change.
The Importance of Honest Workplace Conversations Post-Layoff
Struggling to have honest conversations in your business post-layoff? This article provides helpful tips on why and how to have honest conversations in your business after a layoff.
Lonely “at the top”? How and why to talk about your mental health as a CEO.
Are you a CEO struggling with the pressures of leadership and mental health? This article provides helpful tips on why talking about mental health at work as a CEO is crucial and how it can benefit both you and your team.
Why Effective Organizational Communication Matters for Mental Health At Work
Effective communication about mental health at work means aiming for open and clear communication about what the primary goal is when trying to create a change in how, when, and where people have these conversations. Read this article to learn tips on fostering a work environment that has open communication about mental health.
The Importance of Language When We Talk About Mental Health at Work
It's time to start changing attitudes about mental health in the workplace. Discover how to use language that supports, not shames, and encourages better communication for all about mental health in the workplace.
How to Talk to a Colleague Who Won't Manage Their Mental Health at Work.
Do you have a colleague who is refusing to be responsible for their own mental health? This post offers methods on how to effectively communicate with them, so you both can create greater understanding and accountability around the issue.
Workplace Depression Matters – Here’s Why.
Tackling depression in the workplace has become even more important recently due to longer hours and increased pressure from employers. Read this guide for tips on managing emotions and having healthy conversations at work.
Could Imposter Syndrome Be Affecting Your Career and Mental Health?
Are you struggling with impostor syndrome? You're not alone. In fact, many people experience feelings of inadequacy or insecurity when at work. It's normal to feel like an impostor sometimes. But if these feelings persist, they could be affecting your mental health. In this article, learn some tips for how to deal with Imposter Syndrome and feelings of inadequacy.
Talking About Mental Health in a Remote Work Environment.
We live in an age where more people are working remotely due to the coronavirus pandemic. What does this mean for our mental health? As we continue this way of work, we must be mindful about our mental health. There are many ways to stay connected while working from home and this article will give you tips on how to do so in practical ways.
Covid-19 Lessons on Mental Health
While it seems daunting, you can change the tone around mental health and COVID in your company. You can avoid using phrases like “in a post-COVID world” that cause uncertainty. And start supporting your employees by talking about the reality of our situation.