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Calling out to HR in Finland and internationally - we have piloting options available! This year, Mental Health Week in Finland is celebrated on November 19-26, 2023. The theme of November's mental health week this year is #emotions. We have a tendency to give a lot of weight to thoughts and emotions. When they get too much power, they can even paralyze us, negatively affecting work and everyday life. You know it, we know it. However, how the thoughts and feelings are handled, can be changed. This will release time and energy to do the things we actually should be doing, such as performing the necessary work tasks. Easier said than done? Then, let's practice! Working with more flexible handling of thoughts and emotions is included in one of the core modules of our Wells course. Wells Finland R2B offers now piloting opportunities for 2024 to our deeply researched course on well-being and working skills. The first company pilot course of 2024 starts in January and is available in Finnish and English. The course includes evaluations of experienced mental health and work well-being at the beginning and the end - as well as an impact evaluation process. Want to learn more about the well-being of your employees and how our solution can help in improving it? Check out the link in comment and contact us for more info! Happy mental health week! #wellbeing #workingskills

Not all stress is bad. But long-term stress can lead to health problems. Preventing and managing long-term stress can lower your risk for other conditions. In addition, stress can lead to negative changes in behavior and interpersonal relationships, which can further impact work productivity. Creating a safe and supportive work environment where employees feel comfortable talking about their stress can help prevent burnout and improve team dynamics as well. Building an empathic communication culture is key to psychological safety within the team and overall productivity. Thank you BAT Indonesia and Remedi Indonesia team (Melissa Andini, Melita Andini Paramita) #employeewellbeing #stressmanagement #worldmentalhealthday

The importance of honouring the human rights of persons with mental health conditions… Friends in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, come join me, Prof Alvin Ng Lai Oon and Ellisha Othman on the 29th of May at Sunway University where I’ll be giving a talk about the importance of honouring the human rights of persons with mental health conditions & rejecting stigma. ALL welcome to attend. I’ll also be signing copies of my book, ‘Breakthrough. A Story of Hope, Resilience and Mental Health Recovery’ - in which I describe in detail how we can promote and protect the human rights of persons with mental health conditions- at the event which is available to order now: https://lnkd.in/gvUadtbt

We have looked at leadership actions in the 10-year Kia Manawanui ‘long-term pathway’. A new report we released today reaffirms that tāngata whaiora Māori and lived experience leadership is central to delivering better mental health and wellbeing outcomes.   This report demonstrates that government must maintain and strengthen lived experience leadership in the system and drive cross-government leadership to address mental health and wellbeing. It is timely for the Commission to consider if the right foundations have been put in place as Kia Manawanui shifts to medium and long-term actions. With thanks to tāngata whaiora Māori kaimahi, lived experience community members and other leaders who informed and guided this report. We are proud to share it with government and service providers, and it will inform our ongoing efforts to support all people in Aotearoa to thrive. Thanks also to Sanna Fourt-Wells for the design work on this report.   Download our Leadership as a mental wellbeing system enabler: Insights on progress toward Kia Manawanui report: https://lnkd.in/g6u-E3cn

We all know that going to the gym or engaging in physical activity is good for our physical and mental health. You might even work with a personal trainer or have a group instructor to help you maximize your results. Yet, when someone goes to therapy to help them think better, feel better, show up better, and have better in their life, the tendency from others is to be surprised about why someone would work with a therapist. Feeling and performing at your best and thriving in life is an inside-out job. Just like you take care of your physical health, regular inner work via therapy or coaching is a way to improve your mental health and well-being, increase your awareness, give you clarity and skills, and help you resolve the stuff that keeps you from feeling happy, fulfilled, and confident! And so, before the work week is in full swing, I encourage you to take a moment to pause and reflect and get honest with yourself on whether you're giving your mental health and emotional well-being the attention they need to feel and perform at your best and thrive in all areas of life? Not sure where to start? Do you feel like you should be able to figure everything out on your own when it comes to your mental health and emotional well-being? I totally get it as a therapist and someone who's gone to therapy! It is overwhelming, and it can feel scary to talk to someone about what's swirling around on the inside. But just like working with an expert to help you achieve your physical health goals, my job as a therapist is to help you see beyond where you're currently at and help you develop a roadmap to get unstuck, heal, and resolve the stuff, keeping you from feeling and performing at your best, so you can thrive in life! Want to talk about how therapy or coaching can benefit you? I'd love to connect! >> You can book a complimentary phone consultation from the "book a call" page at www.rozannawyatt.com Here's to thriving in life without sacrificing your happiness and well-being!

Hello Linkedin! Ready to make your 2024 dreams a reality? Join us in this engaging and insightful webinar. Whether you're looking to boost productivity, enhance well-being, or conquer personal milestones, this session is designed to guide you towards success. Goal Getter 2024: Set and Achieve Your New Year Resolutions!" Led by Naluri Indonesia Coach lead, Fatimah Muthahirah , this session will equip you with the tools and strategies needed to kickstart 2024 with clarity, purpose, and actionable goals. Fatimah will host the webinar in Bahasa Indonesia, please make sure to register with the bahasa indonesia link to join her session!

Guess what?! I’m now an Accredited Mental Health First Aider 😊 I’m thrilled to share that I’ve recently become a certified mental health first aider. This means I’ve been trained to spot the signs offer a helping hand and support someone who might be developing a mental health issue or facing a mental health crisis. Why is this important , as we grow more aware of mental health impact in our workplaces, it’s crucial for leaders like us to step up. with increasing responsibilities under workplace, health and safety to ensure psychosocial safety. These skills are essential. As a HR practitioner and leadership coach, this accreditation enhances my ability to support my clients and their workplaces, even more effectively in this vital area. Being equipped to approach assist and provide the right support not only creates a safer environment but also fosters a culture of care and understanding it’s all about making our workplaces not just spaces for professional growth but also zones where mental well-being is prioritised.

𝗛𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗼 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗲, 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗜 𝗮𝗺 𝗴𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗺𝘆 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝟭-𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵-𝗼𝗹𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘀𝘁.  Over the past month, I embarked on a journey of providing pro bono therapy sessions as a way of giving back to the community and refine my therapeutic techniques through diverse client interactions. This initiative felt like a meaningful way to contribute positively to society while also growing as a therapist. Although, being profoundly rewarding it came with its own set of challenges and insights. The initial phase was marked by multiple challenges related to public reach, technical complications, slot bookings, workload management, time management and last but not the least my own mental health. While work-life balance is a continuous effort, here are some of the things that helped me throughout this journey; ·      Being realistic about how many cases you can take in a week can be a great help. A smaller number of client intake can help you better with time management as well as enhance the quality of service you provide. ·      Being mindful about the phenomenon of client ghosting. While the chances of a client not coming back for another session is high, its important to understand that there can be multiple reasons other than the therapist contributing to it. Be gentle on yourself. ·      Understanding that a therapy session is much more than the scheduled 50 mins session. It requires a lot of pre and post preparations which can be time consuming especially for a beginner. ·      You might get lost in the plethora of techniques and client’s story thus making it essential to take effective supervision and mentor support. It can help you enhance your professional skills as well as give you the much-needed boost when you are feeling low or surrounded by self-doubt. ·      Unforeseeable events can happen because of which you might end up rescheduling some of the sessions. Honest communication from your end can help in these situations. ·      Your effectiveness as a therapist is greatly depend on your state of mental health as well. Therefore, setting boundaries as well as self-care is a necessity. Remember to take professional help if necessary because “𝘐𝘛 𝘐𝘚 𝘖𝘒𝘈𝘠 𝘛𝘖 𝘉𝘌 𝘖𝘕 𝘛𝘏𝘌 𝘖𝘛𝘏𝘌𝘙 𝘚𝘐𝘋𝘌 𝘖𝘍 𝘛𝘏𝘌 𝘛𝘈𝘉𝘓𝘌 𝘌𝘝𝘌𝘕 𝘐𝘍 𝘠𝘖𝘜 𝘈𝘙𝘌 𝘈 𝘛𝘏𝘌𝘙𝘈𝘗𝘐𝘚𝘛 𝘠𝘖𝘜𝘙𝘚𝘌𝘓𝘍”. 

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. As an advocate for mental health in the workplace, I've been privileged to partner with Jardine Matheson’s MINDSET Singapore and other like-minded groups to help raise awareness about Mental Health and Wellbeing. However, it's important to remember that advocacy can often come at the cost of the individual advocate. In my case, I have been ‘burning the candle on both ends and the other spaces in between!’ That's why this month, I've taken a step back to focus on my own mental health and wellbeing by taking two weeks (yes, 14 days!) off to practice self-care - albeit still tethered to the digital / virtual workplace. Self-care is often not talked about enough, but it's crucial for everyone, especially advocates, to prioritize their own mental health. Let's continue to raise awareness about mental health and wellbeing, while also taking care of ourselves. PS in case you are wondering about the significance of the photo? We often miss the very things that are right before our eyes. Unless we stop to appreciate and enjoy our surroundings and environment, we can miss many great things. In this case, the beautiful tree in the midst of the concrete jungle. One Mind One Mind at Work Mind Forward MindForward Alliance Singapore Singapore International Chamber of Commerce TOUCH Community Services Singapore Association for Mental Health The Law Society of Singapore Singapore Academy of Law SCCA - Singapore Corporate Counsel Association NUS Faculty of Law NUS Chua Thian Poh Community Leadership Centre Institute of Mental Health Singapore Institute of Directors #mentalhealthawarenessmonth #selfcare #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #singapore #lawyers #leaders #leadership

MaydayMayDay! 🛩 Yesterday we landed our Mayday at Yilu! 🛩 💜 As our Mental Health Awareness Day we had a list of inspiring sessions with the aim to: 😶 break the silence and stigma that surrounds mental health issues, encouraging open conversations, 📚 enhance knowledge and empower individuals to recognize mental health challenges, allowing early intervention, 🔎 look through different lences, to create a more inclusive and supportive workplace culture. ✨ A huge thank you goes to our external speakers: Dana Caspersen - who talked about conflict as a place of possibility Gratia Napier - who gave us insights on burnout prevention Lena Belting from Likeminded - who showed us ways to regulate the nervous system Olaf Zorn - who made us move and let us understand how to manage our bodies in a world where sitting takes the majority of our time 😎 A second thank you goes to our People & Culture team, that organised it all =) edoardo novelli & Tanja Li 🛫🛫🛫 And last but definitely not least 🛫🛫🛫 thanks to all Yiluers and employees of the Lufthansa Group for joining, asking, sharing and reflecting together on how to normalise the conversation and bring more kind awareness to the topic of #mentalhealthatwork! #mentalhealth #peoplefirts #destigmatise #awareness