Back in 1948 the World Federation for Mental Health (WFMH) was formed. In 1992 WFMH introduced the first of its themed annual World Mental Health Days on 10 October. This year’s theme is..
…”It is time to prioritise mental health in the workplace”
As we enter October, celebration and awareness events will be planned by many employers across all industries – big and small. Green ribbons may be handed out identifying those who are happy to listen to others. Maybe there will be some ‘it’s good to talk lunches’. There will be lots of posters displayed maybe featuring who you can talk to, signposting to external organisations and so on.
But what is planned for 11 October onwards?
This, for me, is often the missing key ingredient when workplaces consider what they are going to do to mark #WMHD 2024. What an opportunity to create a transformation legacy where all staff have the tools and skills to support each other. Not just from a negative emotional standpoint, from all standpoints.
Unless your workplace is an AI plant comprising only robots, you will have a vibrant mixture of minds, attitudes, expertise that can add value to each other and the business. But will this vibrancy dim if it isn’t shown how to shine?
Isn’t now the time to implement a transformational journey for your staff that will continue to add value to you and them long after 10 October is over?
I’m Jane. I collaborate with employers to transform their workplaces into thriving, productive spaces that live and breathe World Mental Health Day – every day.
Time to talk?
My proven expertise is in the following areas:
ADHD Coaching, neurodiversity awareness for managers, how to be an ally to neurodivergent colleagues, I-Act Managing and Promoting Positive Mental Health and Wellbeing, Emotional Intelligence, effective communication, identifying and analysing unconscious bias and conflict styles.
I work virtually enabling collaboration with employers across diverse locations and time zones.