875,000 workers suffered from work-related stress, depression and anxiety in 2022/23!
As 'workplace mental health' is the theme of #WorldMentalHealthDay this year, we're chatting about coping mechanisms and supporting your colleagues in today's blog post.
Daily tips to look after your mental health:
Spend less time online: Try to avoid doom-scrolling and instead spend time with family and friends. Getting stuck into a good book before bed is also a lot healthier for your brain than TikTok and will help you fall asleep faster.
Fill up your social calendar: Keep yourself busy and schedule time with loved ones. This doesn’t have to be expensive - even a walk in the park and a catch-up can help boost your mood. It’s also good to have people to talk to/vent to if you’re feeling down.
Look after yourself: Set some time aside just for you and do something that helps you unwind; whether that’s meditation, exercise or watching your favourite TV show.
Speak to someone: This could be a friend, family member, or colleague. By sharing your feelings you will feel a lot lighter and a lot less alone.
How can I support my colleagues?
While looking after yourself should be your main priority, it’s also important to check in with your colleagues. This might look like:
Asking them for a coffee: Take your colleague for a coffee on your break or see if they’re free after work for a catch-up. Even if they don’t seem down, you never know what might be going on in their life - plus, it’s always nice to have someone to talk to.
Actively listening: There is power in actually letting someone speak without interruption or judgment. Active listening means fully engaging yourself in the conversation rather (that means no zoning out mid-sentence!). Try this next time you are speaking to a colleague and really hear what they have to say and offer solutions if appropriate.
Helping with caseload: If you notice someone you work with is struggling with a heavy caseload, ask if there is anything you can help with (only if you have the capacity, of course). You never know how much a small gesture might mean to someone.
We hope you found this blog useful. If you are struggling with your mental health you can speak to a Samaritan for free on 116 123 or get in touch with your GP.
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