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tools & tips for HOW TO have effective conversations ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH AT WORK
Why Good Role Rodeling Matters for Workplace Mental Health Conversations.
It can be tough to be the first one to set an example for others, especially inside the workplace. But often, all it takes is one person with the right message at the right time to spark a fire and get people to pay attention. In this post, learn about how to role model when it comes to mental health in the workplace.
Mental Health at Work: Leading with Compassion While Promoting Employee Accountability.
Encouraging accountability while maintaining compassion is important for every workplace. Understanding what taking personal responsibility means and how to encourage it in employees who struggle with their mental health can go a long way toward helping them feel supported and cared about by their employer, while understanding the individual responsibility they have to speak up for, manage, and prioritize taking care of their mental health - even (and especially) at work.
Why Every Business Should Have a Mental Health Days Policy.
Mental health days are becoming more common as people realize they're not alone when dealing with mental health struggles. In fact, many companies have already started implementing them. Find out why these days are so important and what you should do if you haven’t taken one yet.
5 Tips for Talking to Your Boss or HR About Your Mental Health at Work.
When you're struggling with stress or other mental health struggles, it can be hard to know where to turn when it comes to the workplace. But there are ways to get the support you need in order to feel supported, psychologically safe, and productive at work. In this article, I'll share some tips on talking to your boss or HR department about your mental health.
Could Your “Baggage" Be Affecting Your Relationships at Work?
You may be carrying around emotional baggage from past traumatic experiences and not even realize it. Learn how to work through these issues so they don't affect your job performance or relationship with your co-workers.