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🧠 As we approach #WorldMentalHealthDay, next week on The Elephant in the Room, will be all about #mentalhealth. 50% of 18 to 29-year-olds in Ireland report feeling low levels of mental wellbeing. But how often do we truly talk about it? In our upcoming episode, The Elephant That Felt Alone, we’ll sit down with Niamh Doherty to explore the unspoken realities of mental health among young people today. From the pressure to appear like you're living your "best life" on social media to feeling overwhelmed by college, friendships, and an uncertain future—many of us feel alone in these struggles, even though they’re more common than we think. You’re not alone if you're questioning whether things will get better. Let’s break the silence and talk about what’s really going on behind the scenes. Tune in and join the conversation. 🐘💬 https://buff.ly/3MZhjiz

CHECK IN WITH YOUR PEOPLE! ITV Talking doesn't have to just stop with your friends.... catch up with your team at work! You generally see the people you work with more than anyone else and if it's a work related issue you may find that speaking to someone who can relate helps! We understand that life does get busy and it is impossible to have daily conversations with everyone sometimes. Nudj can help you to to check in with employee wellness across the whole company Click the link in the comments to find out more about what we can do to help you help others!

Prevention is key when it comes to teens and #substanceuse. Part of prevention is ensuring access to quality, responsive care that supports mental wellbeing. Here's how we can improve access to care: https://lnkd.in/dkZ8x-p9 #NDAFW

When do you first notice that you may be losing your mojo - and crucially, what do you do about it to prevent any slipping down a slippery slope that can happen to us all in that situation? One of our go-to techniques when we begin to feel a bit less than ourselves is to be really deliberate at least once a day - whether at the beginning or end of the day - in asking what are three things we're grateful for. The answers can be as small or as big as you like, but the trick is to keep asking ourselves - make it a habit - and involve loved ones if you like. Slowly but surely this can get easier and some people find this practice has been useful in helping stop that descent for themselves that can signal a decline in our resilience or mental wellbeing. Of course it wouldn't be realistic to say this is a quick fix for everyone, so when that descent does happen, you can find a listening ear to help you work through it at #AfterwordsCounselling as well. We hope you never feel you need to use us, but you know where we are if you feel you do. Drop us a line at [email protected] if you think we can help.

Did you know that 'Men's Health Week' is coming up this month? I thought this would be a great opportunity to highlight some of the discussion surrounding Men's mental health. A topic that often doesn't receive the same level of media coverage as other campaigns, naturally resulting in a lack of awareness. In the UK: - 3 out of 4 suicides are men. - Suicide is the leading cause of death for men under the age of 50. - 1 in 8 men have experienced mental health problems. What can you do, as an employer, to support men's mental health? - Foster a trusting, open, supportive culture. - Management training & awareness. - Promote a positive work/life balance. To anyone struggling, you are not alone, & you have an important role to play among your family, friends & community. Let’s make a conscious effort to check in on our friends, brothers, dads, and colleagues. A simple conversation can make a world of difference. 👊 Konker TomCurtisJevonMaddiPatrickScottRoryDanAshleyMaxineHannahCharlie

Fun and meaningful impromptu webinar with the talented Dani Klein Modisett today! It might be the last day of #mentalhealth month, but hopefully the continued #awareness of how we prioritize our well-being in the workplace and personal space. #communication #empathy #curiosity #connection #understanding #vulnerability #authenticity #healthcare #humanresources

Listening effectively is essential when supporting or managing wellbeing of any community.  It may seem obvious and at the outset a simple task, but there are actually three distinct ways people listen: listening to respond, listening to resolve and listening to understand. Unfortunately, for many of us, it can be the actions we are dealing with in our own world in a particular moment, that will shape how we elect to listen to others in that moment. In this short paper we explore the types and challenges of listening to support mental wellbeing and how our programme 'Re-Engage and Perspectives' can help you overcome them.

Ask R U OK? Any Day ENM Solutions is proud to take our care for our people seriously, inside and out of the workplace – extended to all our stakeholders. That’s just one of the reasons that every year we shout out to the R U OK mission. This year's theme is "Ask R U OK? Any day," highlighting the importance of building trust and normalising conversations around mental health and wellbeing by checking in regularly with friends, family, or colleagues. You can read more about this on our website, linked below, where we have written a short article on the importance of initiatives such as this and why we take them seriously. The R U OK? Mission encourages you to start a conversation without needing to be an expert. An open mind and genuinely listening to someone who might be struggling can make a world of difference. To help you decide whether you’re ready to start a meaningful conversation, ask yourself.. https://lnkd.in/g-nGRakM

At Playable, a focus on mental health and well-being is a year-round commitment. During mental health awareness month this May, we’re reaffirming our dedication to breaking stigma and improving our approach to mental health as a company. Some of our initiatives include: ✍ Colleagues sharing personal stories, across all levels and offices. 📊 Employee survey to ascertain improvement areas and garner actionable feedback. 🔎 An online library of mental health signposts for practical support & guidance. 🔋 A paid day off to focus on you, and recharge your batteries. 👟 Daily desk exercises; from breathing, to getting the blood pumping. #mentalhealthawareness #lifeatplayable