Mental Wellness

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The three pillars of work-life alignment: a smarter framework for modern living

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The three pillars of work-life alignment: a smarter framework for modern living

What would it look like if your work and your life actually worked together?

This week feels like the ideal time to explore exactly that. It's Mental Health Awareness Week, and this year the Mental Health Foundation has set the theme as "Action" — something that really resonates with us. Because when it comes to how we live and work, good intentions only get us so far. What actually moves the needle is doing things differently.

And that's precisely what we're here to talk about. We're diving into the three pillars of work-life alignment, and why we think it might be time to retire the narrative of "balance". Because the way we think about the relationship between work and life shapes everything; how we feel, how we show up, and how we move through our days.

So before we get into the pillars themselves, let's start with a key question…

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How to start a conversation about mental health at work

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How to start a conversation about mental health at work

Today marks Time to Talk Day, a day recognised by Mind and Rethink Mental Illness in support of ending the stigma that still surrounds mental health.

While we’ve come a long way in taking mental health issues seriously, sadly there is still a stigma attached to the term ‘mental health’. Whether that’s in the form of embarrassment, shame or denial, the reality is it can prevent individuals from either acknowledging their own mental health concerns, or talking about it openly with others.

Particularly in the workplace, it can feel difficult to be vulnerable and open up in a psychologically safe, supported space, as this is deeply dependent on the surrounding workplace culture.

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How to overcome Blue Monday

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How to overcome Blue Monday

Did you know, Blue Monday started off as a PR stunt? The calculations behind the date aren’t exactly scientific, but there certainly is some truth to Blue Monday. Here are a few ways you can beat the blues at work - whether you’re an entrepreneur, or work in a team.

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5 steps to improve your work-life alignment

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5 steps to improve your work-life alignment

Are you struggling to find a sense of balance in life? If so, you’re not alone.

A recent study from Lenovo and Cebr found that just under a third of UK employees (31%) feel that they do not have a good work-life balance in their current job, with 88% experiencing burnout in the last 2 years. The study also reveals that two thirds of UK employees (66%) feel that work-life balance is a crucial consideration when applying for a job.

Despite the increasingly demanding work culture in the UK, finding alignment across your professional and personal time is possible. In this guide, discover how to approach a work-life alignment in a way that suits you, and explore tips to improve how you’re feeling in your job and at home.

How to be a mental health advocate

How to be a mental health advocate

To mark World Wellbeing Week, we’re exploring the importance of advocacy. Are you looking to support someone with their mental health? Becoming a mental health advocate, and practicing advocacy, may be the route you’re looking for.

With 2020 continuing to be a difficult year for many, we hope this guide can help you to effectively support people around you who may be experiencing negative emotions and mental health problems, while also looking after yourself.