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Hope, Health, and Happiness. Would you like to live your life with less stress and more happiness? Discover how to take small steps towards a healthier, happier, more resilient you. Stress is a powerful force in life. It can bring about illness, destroy relationships and cause chaos. There is not a one-size-fits-all coping strategy for dealing with stress. Our goal is to put a plan together that helps us to deal with the sources of stress, take care of ourselves during those stressful times, and allows us to reach out to those around us for support. The Work Smart Live Smart flash briefing focuses on helping you to Harness Your Energy, Build Your Resiliency and Protect Your Mental Health!
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Friday May 10, 2024
Friday May 10, 2024
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1 in 5 people will experience a mental health issue at some point in their lifetime.
Mental health disorders are among the leading causes of ill-health and disability world-wide.
17% of Canadians report that they have taken time away from work and school,
to deal with a personal mental health issue.
According to Guarding Minds At Work, when employers adopt policies and programs to address psychological safety and health, they incur 15% to 33% fewer costs related to psychological health issues.
Employers and employees both have a responsibility to protect the health and safety of their employees.
Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!
Here are today’s Tips For Building Resiliency and Celebrating Mental Health Month:
Know What Mental Health Is
Mental Health is a state in which an individual realizes their own abilities, can cope with the normal stressors of life, can work productively, and is not overwhelmed by their responsibilities.
Know What The General Mental Illness Indicators Are In The Workplace. Some of the most common include:
- Excessive lateness or absences
- Increased need for extra supervision
- Reduced productivity and loss of pride in work
- Inconsistency in work or habits
Exhibiting several of these, may indicate that someone may be experiencing a mental illness and intervention and assistance is needed. As a leader and a co-worker, being alert to these indicators can ensure a healthy work environment.
For more information on coping with mental health issues, sign up for one of my on-line courses at worksmartlivesmart.com under the resources and courses tab.
#mentalhealth #hr
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