As lockdown eases and we are beginning to think about returning to the workplace, or a mix of home working and workplace, it is natural that we are having a range of feelings and emotions. We can all pro-actively develop a set of skills and behaviours that will improve our inner strength, our fortitude and to better cope with challenging situations.
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Jun
Jun
As you think about returning to the workplace it is important to take a moment to recalibrate and think about how this experience has changed you and your priorities.
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Apr
Apr
Testing for COVID-19 is now becoming more widely available. This article looks at the two types of tests, what they look for, and how they might contribute to risk assessment and safe return to work.
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Apr
Apr
We look at the risks associated with COVID-19 and workplace health and discuss the hierarchy of controls to protect the workplace. With links to further information from the Government and the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).
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Oct
Oct
The theme for this year is suicide prevention Having worked in the field of mental health and wellbeing for many years I was surprisingly unprepared for the death by suicide of someone I cared about and knew well. It was “too close for comfort” and reminds us all that suicide happens to family and friends […]
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Sep
Sep
23-29th September marks National Inclusive Employers week. In this post, we explore what inclusiveness means for individuals, teams and organisations. It is important that as a society we understand and reflect the diverse and changing population of the UK. We are far too narrow in our thinking and in our actions when we think that […]
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May
May
Body Image is a source of constant preoccupation for so many of us. It neither respects age nor gender, ethnicity nor social class. Concerns about body image are both pervasive and pernicious, impacting on individuals, families and society as a whole. Research by the Professional Association for Childcare and Early Years (PACEY) showed almost a […]
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Apr
Apr
I’ve seen many shining examples of good managers in my 30+ years at work and am still in touch with one of the best, after 25 years, and he’s now my trusted advisor and mentor. Good managers help to make work meaningful, set clear expectations, and whilst looking for high performance are also accessible, supportive […]
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Mar
Mar
Evolution has designed us to be on the move – foraging, hunting and gathering – not sitting down for long periods of time. However, so many of us, find ourselves stuck behind a computer for the majority of our working day. Research has linked a sedentary lifestyle to severe health conditions such as obesity, type […]
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Feb
Feb
Jayne Carrington, Director for wellbeing and engagement – Cordell Health Time to Talk Day (about Mental Health) this year is on 7th February and the theme is ingredients… When I see the word ‘ingredients’ it makes me think about a recipe; getting myself organised and excited. The trouble comes with the weighing, the mixing, the baking. But […]