Almost 400 years ago, the clergyman and poet, John Donne, gave a sermon that included the statement that “No man is an island”. What he was referring to was the idea that humans are all connected to each other. He went on to talk about just how important connections [...]
Have you ever reflected on the role you play in supporting your team members in terms of their mental health? Have you considered whether your previous responses to situations have helped a team member feel understood and supported, or alienated and invalidated? We understand that with the business pressures [...]
Organisations that prioritise the wellbeing of their employees have better business outcomes, lower absenteeism and presenteeism, and fewer injuries. They experience higher productivity and customer satisfaction – as well as fulfilling ethical and legal duties to look after their people. Policies, procedures, leadership, organisational culture and work environment are [...]
Understanding the feelings of another - empathy - can be a super-power. It can promote social connection and allow us to help others even when we don’t have all the answers. The catch is, being good at being empathic or doing it often can also be a super-stressor. Caregivers [...]