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It goes without saying that #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek should trigger year-round behaviours that genuinely support employees 📆 Yet despite businesses all around the world making daily advancements in their approaches to mental health, it’s still a box-ticking buzzword situation for many that comes at the expense of the well-being of millions of employees. Some key things to remember: 💡 Mental health issues aren’t always visible. 💡 HR can’t handle mental health support all on their own. 💡 Reaching out to employees for mental health support is not a taboo. Offering support, whether that be through regular communication from line managers or an appropriate benefits package (preferably both!), can go a long way in helping those who are struggling. At Alltoogether, we can help you create a benefits package that supports the well-being of your employees – plus, we’ll give you access to our free-to-use platform to provide them on⚡ Save money, admin, and empower your employees to understand their true value at alltoogether.com 💫 #employeebenefits #employeewellbeing #mentalhealth

🏥 Healthcare worker burnout is a critical concern, further exacerbated by the challenges of the pandemic. It's time to prioritize the well-being of our healthcare heroes. Our latest blog post explores effective strategies to prevent burnout: Key Takeaways: 🔵 The impact of COVID-19 on burnout. 🔵 The importance of accessible mental health resources. 🔵 Creating a culture that supports employee well-being. 🔵 Personal strategies for healthcare professionals. 🔵 The need for a collective effort. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gY6pQzGQ Let's work together to support our healthcare heroes! 💪 #HealthcareHeroes #BurnoutPrevention #WellBeing #COVID19

🌿 Is one (or more) of your employees suffering from mental health issues? I urge you to consider the well-being of your employees. 🌿At mentalhealthwelfare.com, we offer professional help and support for employees struggling with mental health issues. By investing in your employees' mental well-being, you're not only reducing sick days and improving focus and productivity, but also creating a safer work environment with fewer accidents. 🏥With waiting lists for mental health care growing longer, it's crucial for companies to step up and prioritise the mental health of their workforce. The NHS system might be strained and the waiting lists are costing lives, but your organisation can make a difference by taking responsibility and showing that you care. 💚Remember, your employees are more than just numbers on a balance sheet. Just like how you wouldn't ignore a faulty vehicle or machine, don't overlook the mental health of your team members. Your commitment to their well-being will not only enhance their lives but also benefit your business in the long run. ❤️🩹Let's make mental health support a priority for a healthier, happier, and more successful workplace. Your own mind and your bottom line will thank you for it. 💼💬 #MentalHealthSupport #EmployeeWellBeing #EndTheStigma #PrioritiseMentalHealth

🔍 Bridging the Gap: Mental Health Support in the Workplace! 🔍 Mental health services have been more and more accessible, but here’s the stats: 67% of employees with mental illness still struggle to access these vital resources. This statistic shows the gap between employers’ perceptions and employees’ realities. From a survey by McKinsey & Company, a staggering 71% of employers with frontline staff believe they support mental health well, only 27% of those very employees agree. 💬 The takeaways? 🗣️ Keep It Real: Employers, it's time to really listen and get where we're coming from. We're not just employees; we're family dealing with real stuff. 🚪 Break Down Walls: Let's make mental health support easy to grab, like your favorite soul food spot. No more stigma, no more barriers. 💖 Put Us First: Invest in us, not just as workers but as whole human beings. Let's create workplaces where our well-being truly matters. Together, we can close this gap and make our workplaces feel like family—where our minds and souls are cared for just as much as our grind. 💚 #SoulfulSupport #FamilyAtWork #LetsTalkMentalHealth 🌟

You can’t ‘Yoga’ your way to creating employee health. Having seen the best of organisations going wrong with their mental health initiatives, this article is a great read which shares the mechanisms to bring its true value to life. I personally get shocked when mental health leaders in the org talk about: 1. Running a Yoga workshop for a team which is alread burnt out. Especially when the team that you are organising it for sits in a different geography, running a virtual Yoga workshop by forcing your employees to login in their late evening hours will only worsen the situation. Don’t make it a ☑️Tick in the box excercise for yourself. 2. It’s not about running a random online Painting session forcing Employees to prioritise it over the customer. Again, Don’t make it a ☑️Tick in the box excercise for yourself. 3. It’s not about sharing what food or flower they like and post it’s picture …. Don’t make it a ☑️Tick in the Box excercise. Mental health is a serious responsibility. It’s about knowing deeper about what your employees care for. It’s about challenging those intrinsic problems in the system and finding a solution. Make the core factors in the organisation right. #mentalhealth

Great post! I couldn't agree more that organizations need to prioritize employee mental health beyond just offering perks. It's crucial for leaders to recognize the impact of mental well-being on overall productivity and success. Data-driven insights can indeed play a significant role in helping organizations address this issue effectively. By leveraging data, leaders can gain a deeper understanding of the root causes of mental health challenges and develop targeted remedies for the long term. As a founding member of the World Wellbeing Movement, McKinsey Health Institute has been at the forefront of promoting well-being in workplaces. Collaborating with businesses, academia, and governments, your organization is actively translating wellbeing research into scalable actions that can make a real difference. I appreciate how your people approach is aligned with the values of the movement, focusing on sustainable and inclusive growth. It's inspiring to see how you are actively working towards improving employee well-being and creating a positive work culture. Thank you for sharing this insightful post and for your commitment to supporting mental health in organizations.

The article is correct in saying that organizations need to create a culture that supports the mental health of their employees. However, it is important to remember that employees and leaders bring their mental health issues with them from the society, and these issues can further infect the organization. Therefore, it is necessary to address mental health issues at the societal level, which is only possible through yoga. Yoga is a fundamental practice that helps people to cope with difficult situations, as Krishna taught Arjuna in the Bhagavad Gita on the battlefield, where he was to fight with his relatives. What can be a more difficult situation than that? It is important to note that Arjuna, despite of all odds like imitation of resources etc, won the battle because of calmness of mind which resulted in his efficient performance.

#Mondaymotivation from Martin #wellbeingmatters #healthmatters "If core factors in the workplace are not right, you can't yoga your way to creating employee health." If your foundations aren't sound, adding more storeys, fitting the windows and painting the walls won't fix the problem, your problem. 🏠 #thinksmarter 🦉 #worksmarter World Wellbeing Movement - Putting wellbeing at the heart of decision-making in both business and public policy McKinsey Health & Wellness McKinsey & Company #wellbeingatwork #wellbeing #health #mentalhealth #peoplematter #leadershipmatters #leadershipqualities #leadership #employees #team #workplace #workplaceculture #business #ex #employeeexperience #motivationalmonday #motivation #mindsetmonday #mindsetmatters #mindset #mindsetforsuccess #success #sustainableinclusivegrowth

While the debate on Advanced artificial intelligence (AI) in the workplace continues to gain momentum, the impact of AI on mental well-being of employees is usually not on the most debated aspects of the subject. Companies across all industries and geographies will need to work collaboratively to support their employees otherwise we are potentially starting at another pandemic - and this time, even remotely working will not be of any help. Some of the factors that are most impacting employees particularly those in mid ranks are 1. Job Insecurity: The implementation of advanced AI systems has started to create concerns about job security among employees. 2. Workload and Burnout: AI is streamling processes and increasing productivity, but it is also creating unrealistic expectations and higher workloads. 3. Skill Obsolescence: As AI technology advances rapidly, some job roles are becoming irrelevant. Impacted employees are experiencing feelings of inadequacy, leading to lower self-esteem and job dissatisfaction. 4. Social Isolation: With AI systems taking over certain tasks, employees are having lesser interactions with other colleagues and customers, leading to increased social isolation. Lack of social connection and support at work is starting to contribute to feelings of loneliness, decreased job satisfaction, and mental health issues. if this pandemic is not prevented in time, not just the workplace culture, ethos and productivity is going to get impacted but implications are more widespread and puts entire construct of society at large at risk.

Mental health benefits aren’t just a checkbox; they're a lifeline for both employees and businesses. The stats don’t lie—every dollar invested in mental healthcare yields a four-fold return in regained productivity and reduced future health costs, according to the World Health Organization. But accessible coverage doesn't guarantee comprehensive utilization. Let's break the stigma together, starting with a culture that champions mental health. Speak up, streamline and support. Here's the playbook to elevate your employee mental health program. #MentalHealthMatters #BreakTheStigma #EmployeeWellbeing #MentalHealthAtWork #EmployeeSupport