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Mental Health Awareness Month: exploring the DE&I connection. The importance of DE&I in company strategies and operations continues to grow, yet it still has a lot of blind spots. As May marks Mental Health Awareness Month, I'd like to share some thoughts on mental health as a vital component of the DE&I agenda. - How well do you know your mental health status, beyond situational cases? - Are you aware of how your overall mental health status influences your professional performance or career path? - What proactive steps can you undertake today to boost mental health awareness for yourself and your colleagues? Aligned with this year’s theme - "Where to Start" - here are several practical ideas that can help: ✔ Embrace Diversity: acknowledge variety of traits and experiences, ✔ Promote Regular Screenings: integrate mental health assessments into routine health check-ups, ✔ Develop a Personal Toolkit: create a set of your own customized practices, on your own or with professional guidance. I would be interested to know if there is a common platform to share best practices and foster inspiration on initiatives, events, and discussions around this topic. Such collaborative space can extend the impact of Mental Health Awareness Month throughout the year. #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #WhereToStart #DEI #EmpowermentThroughAwareness

Mental health awareness is near and dear to my heart. As a business owner, I take it seriously. I’m proud to say that we invest time and resources into creating sustainable business practices, including our wellness program, automating tedious tasks that can lead to burnout, and creating an environment where everyone can show up as their authentic selves. Software and tech in general is well known to struggle. We have baked wellness into the very core of our culture and because of it our people are truly enabled for the knowledge work of the future not the widget work of days done by. The most expensive assets we have as business owners is the brains we pay for, yet don’t prioritize or invest in. That’s equal to owning a trucking company but “not believing in oil changes” to that I say, good luck… Being able to show up as your authentic self means that we are a neurodiversity affirming workplace. But it also means that it’s easier for people to ask for what they need. That’s a goal we can all live with. #companyculturematters #businesstransformation #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthawarenessmonth

It's Mental Health Awareness Month! It's a great time to reflect on how we are doing organizationally to support optimal mental health for our teams. We need a two-tailed approach: 1. Create environments that promote good mental health all year long. 2. Eliminate barriers for employees who need additional supports. #mentalhealthawareness shouldn't just occur in the month of May. But, we can use this time to establish more sustainable processes, procedures, policies and benefits. What are you doing this month to create more resiliency in your teams? #appliedbehavioranalysis #companyculturematters #mentalhealthawarenessmonth #obm #mentalhealthmatters

The IoH are proud to support @mind_2 Mental Health Awareness Week Day 3 – Bias Yesterday we looked at the definition of belonging. Today, we look at the significance of ‘Bias’, another #DEIB word that can have a major impact on our mental well-being. Bias in favour of, or against one thing, person, or group compared with another can create a negative environment and culture. The way we speak, the actions we take and the decisions we make can easily be seen as bias; even it if it is unconscious bias! Give some extra thought to your decisions and help stimulate great mental health today, and help eliminate bias. Build awareness in your own Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging strategy (DEIB). If you are affected by mental health issues and need some support, take a look at our IoH collaboration with Mind - Mental Health at Work Toolkit https://lnkd.in/eyhZS8W8 #StopandThink #NoMindLeftBehind #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek2024 #MHAW2024 #IoH #StrongerTogether #DEIB

Therapists & mental health professionals! Let's talk about client capacity and navigating its ebbs and flows. We know that the capacity of our clients in sessions is a dynamic and complex aspect of our work. It's shaped by factors both within and outside the therapeutic space—ranging from psychological readiness to external life pressures. Understanding this capacity is key to unlocking each client's potential for healing, growth and connection. But what happens when we overestimate this capacity, pushing clients too fast, too soon? Or when we underestimate, possibly stalling their progress? This week's video breaks it all down! Have you faced challenges in gauging your client's capacity? Share your experiences and tips in the comments below. Let's learn from each other and elevate our practice together. Tag a colleague who’s great at navigating client capacity! #privatepractice #privatepracticetherapist #therapists #mentalhealth #mentalhealthcare #mentalhealtheducation #clinicalsupervision #therapist2therapist #counselingskills #talk2me #mentalhealthprofessionals

We're thrilled to introduce our new course, "Well-being for Men: A Modern Approach to Men's Mental & Emotional Health" with the incredible Daniel Constable. Daniel has journeyed through the challenges of mental health, and with over 10 years of personal development experience, he's crafted a programme that's both transformative and relatable. This course isn't just about traditional talk therapy; it's about redefining masculinity, building resilience, and fostering genuine connections. 🔍 Key Features of the Course: - Explore societal conditioning affecting men's well-being. - Learn practical tools for vulnerability and connection. - Develop daily habits for mental health. - Understand the role of emotions in overall well-being. - Build confidence, self-esteem, and the courage to show up bravely every day. This course is designed for men seeking a deeper understanding of their mental and emotional well-being. It's a safe space where men can express, share, and grow together. 📩 Interested? Enquire within to embark on this transformative journey with Daniel and redefine your well-being. 💪 Details: https://lnkd.in/e6EbAHqN #WellbeingForMen #DanielConstable #MentalHealthMatters #RedefiningMasculinity #WellBeing #LearningandDevelopment

🌟 Mental Health Awareness Week 🌟 Over the past week, I’ve been reminded how moments of awe and deep connection can make a profound impact on our mental well being, especially as we age. This Mental Health Awareness Week, I’m spotlighting the challenges that adults aged 35-65 face, from career stress to family responsibilities. 1 in 4 in this age group will experience a mental health issue this year. Supported by research emphasising the importance of prevention, I'm excited to announce a new initiative. Alongside an exceptional team, experts and advisors, including the wonderful Jo Royce and experienced Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Laura Haigh, we are poised to tackle these issues head-on. Our strategy involves evidence-based interventions, expert guidance, and educational resources — all tailored to support mental well-being. We want to hear from you! 🗨️ What are the most significant mental health challenges for middle-aged adults? How can we enhance support during these critical years? Your insights are crucial as we develop solutions that make a real difference. Please share your thoughts in the comments or feel free to DM me! #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #MiddleAgeMentalHealth #MentalWellbeing #HealthTech

The end of the year is around the corner. Stop waiting for a sign. The time is NOW.  Create a REAL plan so you can get REAL results to move forward with your goal to become a FULL TIME private practice owner. Practice Pros is the answer! A 6-month group program designed to guide you step by step to take action on what matters most in getting started.   It won’t matter how much you read if you aren’t brave enough to take action.  Join a community of other mental health professionals that are forging ahead to build niches and brands that position them as experts.  I have been in business 20 years! I know the ins and outs of of the #mentalhealthbusiness and I am confident I have the tools necessary to help you THRIVE. Getting started it simple! My discovery calls are a judgement free zone where you can share what you are struggling with and how I can help you get to where you need to be. https://lnkd.in/eKZdRgde #PrivatePracticeSuccess #BlackMentalHealthMatters #BlackTherapyCommunity #BlackTherapistDirectory #BlackTherapyJourney #BlackTherapistsUnited #MentalHealthInBlackCommunities #SupportBlackTherapists #EmpowerBlackTherapists #BlackTherapistNetwork #BlackSocialWorkers #BlackSocialWork #SocialWorkForBlackCommunities #EmpowerBlackSocialWorkers #SupportBlackSW #BlackSocialWorkMatters #BlackSocialWorkCommunity 

🌟Sharing is caring! Peer Support Project is here to advance the role of #peersupport in mental health peer support. More specifically it aims to: ✔ Gather all available information on peer support activities and methods. ✔Spotlight best practices in the field. ✔Build a thriving community for peer support professionals and key stakeholders. 📣 Are you part of a mental health organization in Europe specializing in peer support? Are you an individual involved in either giving or receiving peer support? We want to hear from you! 🗣️ Share your experiences, insights, and best practices to help us create a one-stop digital resource center. Together, we can make a meaningful impact. 🤝 👇 Comment below or submit your contribution via the following link: https://t.co/olJZbXY2y7 Let's empower each other and make strides in mental health peer support. 💚 #MentalHealth #PeerSupport #CommunityBuilding

This week marks Mental Health Awareness Week 2024; with this year’s theme of ‘movement’ in mind, we spoke to our Core4 & 4Youth communities about their experiences with mental health and physical activity 🧠👟 Our panels helped us to better understand the benefits of physical activity with regards to mental health and identify key barriers to engaging in regular physical activity. Importantly, we also explored ways in which gyms/sports centres, brands and the media industry can help encourage people to be more active. 77% of respondents said that they feel more positive after taking part in physical activity – we also found that people who engage in higher levels of physical activity are almost twice as likely to report good mental health! CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FULL REPORT - https://lnkd.in/eZd2JUcZ #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek2024 #Movement #MentalHealth #4Youth #Core4 #Research #Channel4 #Channel4Sales