Tag Archives: Mental health

5 powerful ways South African employers can transform workplace mental health(IOL)

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), depression and anxiety cost the global economy an estimated US$1 trillion each year in lost productivity, but every dollar invested in mental health treatment returns fourfold in improved productivity and well-being. As World Mental Health Day approaches on October 10, the real question for South African employers isn’t […]
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Men’s Health In The Workplace Is A Business Risk Hiding In Plain Sight(Forbes)

In Corporate America, you’ll rarely hear male leaders admit they “need a break” or openly ask for help. Yet behind the scenes, many high-performing men are silently burning out, neglecting their well-being, and pushing onward until something breaks. Men’s health is lagging behind that of women. As of 2023, U.S. men live, on average, 5.3 […]
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Understanding social withdrawal during Mental Health Awareness Month(IOL)

During Mental Health Awareness Month, the spotlight shines on the often-overlooked issue of social withdrawal. This behaviour, characterised by the avoidance of social interactions and relationships, can emerge as a misguided refuge during moments of overwhelming stress, anxiety, or trauma. Click here to read the full article

Women’s mental health: Navigating biological factors, workplace challenges, and policy gaps(OAG)

Mental health affects everyone, but women experience it differently from men due to a combination of biological, societal, and workplace factors. Hormonal shifts, alongside the pressures of balancing careers and caregiving, shape how women manage their mental wellbeing throughout their lives. Key life stages, such as menopause, are often overlooked despite their significant impact on […]
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A Self-Care Checklist for Leaders(HBR)

Research has long shown the importance of self-care — yet many leaders still struggle to put self-care into practice in their own work lives. Before a leader can sustainably practice self-care, several important mindset shifts are necessary to ensure leaders set themselves up for success. This five-part checklist can help leaders make self-care a reality, […]
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Why Mental And Physical Health Are The Foundation Of Effective Leadership (Forbes)

Deadlines, long hours, and the constant pressure to perform can cause leaders to neglect their well-being. Missing a workout here and there isn’t a big deal, but when leaders start ignoring nutrition, skipping out on exercise, and opting for another cup of coffee instead of a good night’s sleep, they can start to spiral. Health, […]
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Why Mental Health is a workplace issue (Forbes)

 New study shows that many business owners aren’t so great at taking time off. A survey of 600 business owners by Clarify Capital found that nearly one in four business owners took no time off in the past year. Business owners have a lot to juggle when working, so vacation isn’t always a top priority. The survey […]
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11 Mental tricks to stop overthinking everything – stop worrying and start growing (Inc)

By Scott Maudz Being a leader requires confidence, decisiveness, and quick thinking–none of which are served by overthinking every decision or scenario or worrying about every move you make. There’s a time to think, a time to act, a time to reflect, and a time to move forward. Here are 11 mental tricks to dash […]
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Why workplace anxiety costs us more than you think

By: Emma Luxton  August 03, 2016 Source:https://www.weforum.org