Tag Archives: health

Despite coming a long way in terms of normalising mental health disorders and helping to relieve the weight of associated stigmas, there is still a long way to go. As we continue our efforts to help raise awareness of these issues, we’re dedicating this blog to the male community in honour of Father’s Day earlier […]

Last year, an estimated 12.5 million working days were lost due to work-related stress, anxiety or depression, costing the British economy over £6.5 billion during 2016/17. Fortunately, employee wellbeing has started to become a more poignant focus of overall business strategy, as more and more organisations begin to understand the impact that wellbeing has on […]

Although many are aware of the concept of “wellbeing”, very few people understand it properly, or at least, neglect to put it into practice. Despite being a popular topic nowadays, it is not uncommon to witness organisations taking a linear approach to employee wellbeing. For example, you might find that a company is claiming to […]

Before Stress Awareness Month comes to an end, we wanted to squeeze in a piece about a highly prevalent issue we feel passionately about: stress in the workplace, and breaking the stigma surrounding associated mental health issues. Did you know that a whopping one in four employees took time off work last year due to […]

As we work to break the stigma surrounding mental illness in the workplace, it’s about time to draw attention to a related but lesser known topic: the effects of stress on menopausal women. Menopause can be a stressful experience for many women, and considering stress reactivity is heightened during this time, can have major impacts on those already struggling to cope in a high-pressure work environment.

Can you remember the last time you really benefited from being stressed? If not, you’re not alone. The current dialogue around stress is based almost solely on the idea of a fight-or-flight response to perceived problems, which over time can lead to decreased physical and mental stamina. But when recognised and utilised, the right amount of stress can lead to improved memory, attention, and physiological resilience.

Carrying out a thorough employee wellbeing evaluation is vital to understanding your current situation and the areas that most need improvement. From here you can create a workplace wellbeing programme that is tailored to your business and the needs of your employees. When it comes to health and wellbeing, one size does not fit all.

Issues relating to mental health in the workplace are on the rise. According to a recent study commissioned by the Prime Minister, around 300,000 people with long-term mental health problems lose their jobs each year. This is costing employers between £33 billion and £42 billion annually. Over half of this cost comes from presenteeism – […]

Christmas is almost upon us, which means opportunities to gorge ourselves with food and drink are everywhere. From festive work parties to dinners and drinks with family and friends, this is the most overindulgent time of year by a long shot. While it’s OK to indulge and enjoy yourself during the festive period, it’s important […]

Workplace wellbeing is essential for businesses to thrive. The equation is simple – happy, healthy employees are more productive, work better in teams and produce better outcomes, ultimately driving higher profit margins and taking businesses to the next level. Here are five workplace wellbeing trends set to take 2018 by storm.