Stress at Work

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How to Celebrate Coming Through a Tough Time

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How to Celebrate Coming Through a Tough Time

Progress is always worth celebrating, both in and out of the workplace. Whether you’ve been dealing with anxiety, burnout, stress, or any kind of pressing situation, taking the time to acknowledge what you’ve conquered and to honour your progress plays an important role in your mental wellbeing.

When we recognise personal growth in a positive way, it inspires us to keep going and continue our pursuit of a fulfilling life. It serves as a reminder of how resilient we can be and also what we can achieve when we persevere through tough times or situations. If you want to mark your successes in surviving whatever curveballs life has thrown your way, these ideas can help you do so.

This week, guest writer Gladys Torres returns with another piece for Calmer, sharing insights on how to navigate challenging times and a proactive mindset.

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What to do when your job is hurting your mental health

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What to do when your job is hurting your mental health

Mental health is a crucial aspect of our overall wellbeing, yet it often takes a backseat in the hustle and bustle of work life.

This week, guest writer Buick Hamblin aims to provide guidance and support for those who find their jobs negatively impacting their mental health.

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Mind over burnout: Transforming mindset for lasting wellbeing

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Mind over burnout: Transforming mindset for lasting wellbeing

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.

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How to build a workplace culture of wellbeing in a new business

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How to build a workplace culture of wellbeing in a new business

If you are an entrepreneur and have just started a new business, there are many things to consider, such as establishing your company’s finances and promoting your services. While tending to these matters, it is easy to overlook the importance of wellbeing for both yourself and your staff, even though it is one of the most significant factors that play a role in your business' success.

By ensuring both you and your team are at your best while working, you can maximise productivity, improve work quality, and boost your overall business outcomes. In fact, Elite Business Magazine reported that small businesses who invested more than £1,000 in mental health experienced improved revenue growth and employee retention between 2020 and 2022.

This week, guest writer Megan Lance shares her top tips on how to start building a workplace culture of wellbeing in your new business.

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Balancing people and profit: The importance of workplace sustainability and wellbeing

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Balancing people and profit: The importance of workplace sustainability and wellbeing

Emails, smartphones, and video communications evolved to increase productivity and make our working lives easier. Inside and outside of the office, over the years we’ve been presented with ways to be more connected than ever; though this can come at a cost to our health, happiness and productivity. In large, technological advances around work have encouraged unsustainable working practices, leaving many professionals vulnerable to stress and burnout as the boundaries between work and life dissolves.

What if technology like mental health apps for employees could be used to improve sustainability and wellbeing in the workplace? The demand for virtual mental healthcare is certainly there, with an analysis of over 1 million health plan members revealing that telemedicine health visits increased from 0 to 39 per thousand health scheme members between 2019 and 2021.

This week, guest writer Remy Daroowala explores the benefits of healthy workplaces, how mental health and sustainability are connected and how mental health apps for employees can improve sustainability and wellbeing.