Mental Health In The Workplace

26/03/2025

Here we are at the start of an online training day with Devon & Cornwall, and Dorset Police!

Today’s Mental Health for Managers training is all about empowering leaders with the knowledge, tools and confidence to support their teams — from nurturing a positive environment and understanding mental health, to spotting early signs and responding in the right way.

It’s fantastic to see so many leaders committed to prioritising wellbeing in the workplace

➡️ What’s one thing you think makes the biggest difference in supporting mental health at work? 👇

18/02/2025

“High-Functioning” Doesn’t Mean Someone is OK
Some people can be high-achieving, productive, and engaged—and still be struggling.

High-functioning anxiety & depression are real. They often look like:
🔹 Perfectionism & overworking
🔹 Avoiding delegating because “it’s easier to do it myself”
🔹 Feeling overwhelmed but unable to say “no”

Just because someone seems fine, doesn’t mean they don’t need support.

💬 What’s one thing workplaces can do to better support “high-functioning” employees?

12/02/2025

Mental Health Training for Leaders: A Must, Not a “Nice-to-Have”
Would you promote a manager who had zero training in financial management? Probably not.

So why are so many managers promoted without any training in mental health and people management?

🔹 80% of employees would rather talk to their manager about work stress than HR.
🔹 But 60% of managers say they don’t feel equipped to support struggling employees.



💡 Should mental health training be mandatory for all managers? What do you think?

30/01/2025

Small Acts of Kindness
A thank-you note. A cup of tea. An offer to help.

Sometimes, the smallest acts of kindness have the biggest impact at work. 💙 What’s the kindest thing a colleague has done for you? Share your story in the comments!

29/01/2025

The Link Between Sleep and Productivity
🛌 Poor sleep reduces productivity by up to 13% (RAND Europe).

With employees often sacrificing rest for deadlines, what can workplaces do to help prioritise sleep and recovery? Let’s brainstorm below.

Source: RAND Europe

28/01/2025

📢 Mental Health in the Workplace: 2024 Key Stats

Mental health challenges are affecting millions of workers across the UK:
💼 1 in 3 employees (10 million people) experienced mental health issues in 2024.
🕒 10% of UK adults took time off due to mental health, with nearly half of absences lasting over a month.
💷 Employers faced an estimated £51 billion annual cost, largely from presenteeism (working while unwell).
🌱 Younger workers are hit hardest, with 1 in 3 employees aged 18-24 taking stress-related leave.

These figures highlight the urgent need for better mental health support at work. Let’s build workplaces where people can thrive!

🌟 Explore how we can help:
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27/01/2025

"Prioritising mental health at work isn’t just the right thing to do—it’s the smart thing to do. When we invest in well-being, we empower our teams to thrive, build resilience, and create a positive, supportive workplace for everyone." 💙

🌟 Find out how your organisation can make a difference: https://buff.ly/3753o4T

Mental Health In The Workplace. Have you noticed a decline in the wellbeing and/or performance of your people? Do you recognise compromised mental health as one of your greatest organisational risks? Are you looking for a solution?

24/01/2025

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💙 Your Workplace Deserves a Strong Mental Health Foundation! 💙

A supportive work environment starts with the right training. At Mental Health in the Workplace, we offer flexible and impactful programmes to help your team:
✔️ Manage workplace stress
✔️ Build resilience and confidence
✔️ Create a culture of support and understanding

With options like in-person workshops and digital courses, there’s something for every organisation. Together, let’s make mental health a priority!

🌟 Explore our training options today:
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Thank you for your interest in our mental health training courses.

23/01/2025

🌟 Behind Every Thriving Workplace is a Passionate Team 🌟

At MHW, our team is dedicated to supporting mental health and resilience in the workplace. From workshops to one-to-one support, we combine expertise with compassion to make a real difference. 💙

👥 Meet the faces behind MHW: https://buff.ly/3dZSe4s

Let’s work together to create happier, healthier workplaces!

We are a Mental Health training provider, co-founded by Gary Johannes and Tamsen Garrie, both of whom have been developing organisations, and the people who work within them, for longer than we can remember!

14/11/2024

At what is looking like a great event today. The Huntingdon Pride in Place event.

Already met lots of key business leaders and heads of public service from places like Peterborough, Cambridge and of course Huntingdon.

13/11/2024

Lovely afternoon delivering our Resilience & Wellbeing workshop in the lovely Lincolnshire town of Holbeach.

The team at Mossop & Bowser Solicitors make me very welcome and even fed me with some home made cake.

A very interactive 30 plus legal specialist engaging in our talk about how the brain works and learning how to start generating all the best brain chemicals like Dopamine, oxytocin & Serotonin.

Love doing these workshops as it enables so many people build resilient and stay positive in the workplace

07/10/2024

Did you know that your employer has a legal responsibility to protect the health and safety of your people, includes protecting their MENTAL health?

Did you know that 45% of all lost working days in the UK are due to ill-health and that 37% of work-related ill-health cases are down to stress?As an employe...