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Throughout World Mental Health Day, we’ve highlighted the importance of supporting mental health in the workplace, employers creating healthier environments and employees taking proactive steps to manage stress. But there’s one more crucial piece to the puzzle: self care! In this short video, our very own Clinical Director Helen McGillivray shares why making time for self-care is not a luxury - it’s a necessity. Whether it’s connecting with others, going for a walk or simply taking a break, self care is the foundation of proactive mental health care. Prioritising your well being starts with small, consistent actions that build resilience over time! Together, let’s make mental health a priority at work, in our daily lives and within ourselves! #WMHD24 #mentalhealth #wellbeing #selfcare #wellbeingatwork #worldmentalhealthday #employeewellbeing

On this World Mental Health Day while the theme focuses on prioritising mental health in the workplace, we recognise that the responsibility doesn’t fall solely on employers. Employees also play a crucial role in taking proactive steps for their own well being! In her blog below Lili Stebbings shares her practical tips on preventing stress and leading a healthier life! These simple strategies such as setting boundaries and managing your time are powerful tools that we can all use to take control of our mental health. Prioritising well being is a shared responsibility. Let’s work together to make mental health a priority in every aspect of our lives starting with small, mindful actions. https://lnkd.in/e2ygA9JR #WMHD24 #wellbeingatwork #mentalhealth #stress #workplacewellbeing

As we continue to mark World Mental Health Day, it’s important to remember that protecting our mental health and wellbeing often starts with setting clear boundaries in both our personal and professional lives. In this fantastic video Dr Audrey Tang shares her practical everyday phrases that can help you establish boundaries with confidence! Whether it’s in your work or personal life, these tools are essential for maintaining balance and supporting your mental health. Let’s prioritise self care and healthy communication! #WMHD24 #mentalhealth #wellbeing #selfcare #boundaries #stress #burnout #employeewellbeing

Today is World Mental Health Day, and this year’s theme - “It is time to prioritise mental health in the workplace” is more relevant than ever. In today’s world, we’re all facing challenges: economic pressures, global crises, and the relentless pace of modern life. And all of this, before even stepping into the workplace! Too often workplace stress, burnout and anxiety compound these external pressures leaving employees struggling to cope. At OK Positive, we believe mental health cannot be an afterthought. It’s not enough to offer short-term solutions like counselling sessions or crisis hotlines without addressing the underlying issues of workplace culture, communication and pressure. We need proactive meaningful action to foster environments where mental well being is truly valued and support is prioritised. In the blog below our founder Charlie Winton delves into this further as he highlights how organisations can no longer rely on traditional approaches as one size fits all solutions. It’s time to build cultures of continuous learning, open communication and stigma-free support! Be sure to check back in throughout the day as we’ll be sharing tips and advice on looking after your mental health at work! https://lnkd.in/gCCZgJgR #WMHD24 #WorldMentalHealthDay #wellbeing #burnout #stress #workplacewellbeing

I think it is really important to share the brilliant organisations supporting those going through incredibly tough times and challenges with their mental health. It is great to see charities, organisations and communities supporting each other as we all have our own mental health challenges and sometimes it is the small things that make such a big difference. As Mel Griffin from Violet Project says, World Suicide Prevention Day is "all day every day". For anyone in my network going through this and feel like there is nowhere to turn, please know there is. #mentalhealth #suicideprevention #support

Life’s pressures can often feel overwhelming especially during the back to school season but finding calm amidst the stress is possible! Our friends at Now You're Talking have shared some simple, practical strategies to help parents manage anxiety and find inner peace. From deep breathing exercises to taking a mindful walk, this blog offers easy ways to create moments of calm during hectic times. Try a few of these tips and let us know if they make a difference in your daily life in the comments below! https://lnkd.in/e63HtBwE Relationship charity TLC: Talk, Listen, Change has launched Now You're Talking, a profit-for-purpose organisation that offers counselling and psychotherapy, relationship therapy and children and young people’s counselling. Profits from Now You're Talking are donated to Talk, Listen, Change, bolstering the charity's sustainability in challenging times so they can continue to provide essential domestic abuse, mediation, and counselling services nationwide. #parenting #mentalhealth #stressrelief #selfcare #wellbeing

As kids head back to school, it's an exciting but hectic time for parents too. Peter Leonard from The Centre for Emotional Health reminds us that while this fresh start is great for children, it's important for parents to care for themselves as well. By practicing self-awareness, appropriate expectations, positive discipline, and empathy, parents can manage the chaos while building emotionally healthy relationships. Take a moment for yourself during this busy season -it’s just as important as prepping the kids! Let us know in the comments below how you are balancing back-to-school with self-care! https://lnkd.in/e566C4Zy #backtoschool #wellbeing #emotionalhealth #parenting #selfcare

🎉 Celebrating 5 Years of OK Positive! 🎉 Today marks a significant milestone for us at OK Positive - our 5-year anniversary! We're incredibly proud of how far we've come and the positive impact we've had on our community. From day one, our mission has been to support our users and provide the tools necessary for a healthier, happier life. Over the past five years, we've grown, learned, and innovated, all while staying true to our core values! We'd like to extend a heartfelt thank you to our incredible team, our supportive partners, and our amazing users. Here’s to many more years of making a difference together! #anniversary #milestone #wellbeing #mentalhealth #innovation #thankyou

We are thrilled to announce that our very own Charlie Winton has been shortlisted for the Technology Entrepreneur of the Year award by the Great British Entrepreneur Awards & Community! We are very proud of Charlie, our whole team and what we've achieved together! Thank you to the Great British Entrepreneur Awards for this honour and we look forward to the awards ceremony! #GBEA2024 #techentrepreneur #awards #finalist #wellbeing #mentalhealth

Real-life employee situations. We will continue to raise the common issues we see in organisations for employees that are not solved by quarterly surveys and EAP systems. It is important that organisations foster inclusive and transparent cultures with open communication. At OK+ we are providing the platform for employees to have this safe space. #mentalhealth #employeeengagement #prevention