Have you ever felt so exhausted by work that you couldn't keep going? If so, you're not alone. A 2023 report from Simply Business revealed that 56% of small business owners in the UK have experienced poor mental health over the past twelve months. In addition, The Hustle's survey of more than 300 entrepreneurs found that a staggering 63% of them reported experiencing burnout. With these kinds of stats, it's easy to see that modern life significantly contributes to increased stress and burnout among working adults, which affects productivity and wellbeing.
But what if we could transform our mindset to prevent job burnout before it happens? By changing our perspective, we can manage overwhelming stress and prevent burnout from developing all together. Adopting a proactive approach to mental health is the key to maintaining positive wellbeing.
This week, guest writer Angela Rose explores distinct mindsets and their influence on stress management. Here, she examines the benefits of maintaining a positive frame of mind and provide helpful tips on shifting away from negative thoughts to enhance wellbeing and reduce the risk of burnout.
Many studies reveal evidence of the link between food and mental health. If you've felt tired, sleepy and in a consistent low mood, recall what you ate over the past few days - most processed items can have drowsy and fatigue-inducing effects, so it could be that they are the culprit.
Nutrition is vital for our bodily function, as you gain much of your energy to do tasks based on what you eat and drink. However, not-so-nutritious foods can have the opposite effect over time, and even increase your risk of psychological concerns.
This week, guest writer Beth Rush explores the connection between nutrition and mental health, and how this can boost your quality of life.
Sleep often takes a back seat as we prioritise work, socialising, and various other activities. However, what many of us do not realise is that sleep is not just a passive state of rest; it's important for all other aspects of our health. The quality and quantity of our sleep have far-reaching implications on our wellbeing, both in the short term and, perhaps more importantly, in the long term.
This week, guest writer Trichelle Nieuwenhuizen reveals the profound impact of sleep on various aspects of our health, and how neglecting it can lead to serious consequences over time.
Anyone who has had to manage the impact of grief understands how profound it can be. As a society, we don’t always make room for grief, and this can be especially true in our workplaces. After bereavement leave (a time often swamped by administrative tasks and funeral planning), we are expected to return to work and carry on - but this is easier said than done.
In fact, managing our emotions in the weeks and months after bereavement can be so difficult that dealing with our everyday responsibilities seems nearly impossible, leading many to wonder why we feel loss so acutely.
In this week’s guest blog, the team at Harold Wood Funeral Services share their perspective on understanding why we grieve, and why it is a necessary readjustment in order to accept life as it is after experiencing deep loss.
