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We all have that manager we’ll never forget — for better or worse Our relationship with our manager has a bigger impact on our mental health and wellbeing than that of our therapists, and even as much as our partners But most managers get little or no training. They're accidental bosses promoted based on technical skill rather than their ability to lead people So we hit the streets of London and New York to hear your stories — the good ones, the bad ones, and everything in between

Gary K., HR Director at Teva Pharmaceuticals, opens up about grief, neurodiversity and the power of conversation Personal stories have real power - especially when they come from a leader. When leaders open up, it sets an example and helps make others feel safe to do the same. It’s been great working with the Teva team on their internal campaigns and helping them to create a more open, caring and psychologically safe culture for all. Thank you Gary for your generosity and openness 💛

Getting the train home today? Try swapping that podcast for a soothing soundscape 💆♀️ We’ve teamed up with SWR to help travellers enjoy calmer commutes. Their new study, featured today in BBC News and The Guardian, found that those who listened to nature soundscapes on their commutes were 35% less stressed and than those who listened to music or a podcast. You can now stream an exclusive selection of Unmind soundscapes designed to help you unwind from your work day. Search 'Unmind Train Tracks' on Spotify 🎧

In the latest episode of #LeadFromWithin, Dr Nick Taylor sat down with Lindsay Pattison, Chief People Officer at WPP 🎙 Give it a listen and discover: ➡ Lindsay's journey to becoming Chief People Officer ➡ Why she doesn't believe in work-life balance ➡ How she's preparing WPP for the AI revolution Listen wherever you get your podcasts, or follow the Spotify link in the comments 🔗

With the right training, your leaders can unleash their teams' potential. Learn how to close the leadership skills gap at our upcoming webinar 👇 In part one of our two-part webinar series, we looked at how wellbeing training for leaders drives team performance. In part two, we'll look at how we put that knowledge into action. Expect practical, actionable advice on implementing wellbeing training for your leaders. 🔗 Make sure you follow the link in the event description to secure your spot And if you can't make it on the day, don’t worry. We'll send you the recording 🤝

With the right training, your leaders can unleash their teams' potential. Learn how to close the leadership skills gap at our upcoming webinar 👇 In part one of our two-part webinar series, we looked at how wellbeing training for leaders drives team performance. In part two, we'll look at how we put that knowledge into action. Expect practical, actionable advice on implementing wellbeing training for your leaders. 🔗 Make sure you follow the link in the event description to secure your spot And if you can't make it on the day, don’t worry. We'll send you the recording 🤝

Just one week to go! Join us next Wednesday, 11am PST / 2pm EST 🗓 Make sure you follow the link in the event description to save your spot 🔗

Quick chat. Big impact. Introducing Nova, your AI wellbeing coach 👋 🔗 Read all about Nova at the link in the comments

The stats don't lie. But they aren’t changed in day seminars. They require organization-wide measures. On-demand leadership training. And what does that look like? Find out in our handbook below 👇

Our thoughts are with everyone affected by the riots occurring across the UK 💛 Whether or not you are part of a directly targeted community or city, these events may still impact you. It’s natural to feel concern for yourself, family, loved ones, colleagues or community. Dr Ramesh Perera-Delcourt, our Head of Psychology, shares a few things you might find helpful for taking care of yourself or others: ✍ Acknowledge the situation and the emotions it stirs up. You could write down or even just name what you’re feeling. This can help you understand the feeling, let it be there, then pass. 📚 Make time for things that replenish you, such as reading, watching TV, savouring food, trying to stick to a sleep routine, or any kind of physical activity. 🤝 Connect with support systems. Human connection can be a powerful source of comfort and strength. Try to connect with those who support you and, if you feel able to do so, those who you can support, both inside and outside of work. 💛 Be kind to yourself and others. Speak to yourself with the same kindness and understanding you would offer to someone you care about – with a warm tone of voice, recognising that you are doing your best and focussing on what’s right for you. 📵 Manage media consumption. You can set time limits on how much you check the news and social media. Unfollow or mute what distresses you and focus on accounts or news stories that uplift you or make you feel hopeful. 👉 Ensure physical safety. Be aware of any risks of violence in your local area and avoid these spots if possible. Your physical safety is paramount, and taking precautions can help you feel more secure. ✨ Support charities combatting racism or supporting asylum seekers and refugees, such as: ✨ HOPE not hate ✨ Exit Hate Trust ✨ Stop Hate UK ✨ British Red Cross ✨ Migrant Voice ✨ Refugee Action We've made a selection of short Unmind resources free to access that might help you at this time. If you need to talk to someone, follow the Help Guide link in the comments, or you can call Mind's Support Line on 0300 102 1234