R U OK to have the Conversation? RU OK? day is held in September each year. The day has been held annually since 2009. It is a national day of action dedicated to reminding everyone that every day is the day to ask, “Are you OK?” and support those struggling with life’s ups and downs. […]
Neuroscience
Overwhelmed by Addressing Psychosocial Hazards in the Workplace?
Are you seeing the new Code of Practice as an Opportunity or a Threat? Are you feeling under pressure to take action to fulfil the new requirements of managing Psychosocial Hazards? If so, you are not alone. Many workplaces are experiencing uncertainty and confusion as they try to come to grips with what this new […]
Love, Laughter and our Second Brain
In today’s high-pressured world, it is important for us to learn how to handle stress effectively and optimise our physical and mental wellbeing. One way we can do this is by developing our understanding of how our brain and body work together to help us. Learning more about our vagus nerve is a great place […]
Brain Lessons from my Puppy
I am going to put my hand up and admit that I was one of those people who acquired a puppy during Covid. She has taught me much about hope, love and connection and helped me stay positive when we found ourselves tested in ways we could never have imagined. Now puppy number two has […]
Growth Mindset and Emotional Intelligence
Is there a Link between Growth Mindset and Emotional Intelligence?
We know that positive emotions ‘broaden and build’ whilst negative emotions ‘narrow and limit’ our mindsets. If we want our workplaces to be more innovative, agile and collaborative, how can we increase sef-awareness and enable people to shift their mindsets to be more effective?
6 Ways to Strengthen Inclusion in Teams
“Diversity is being invited to the party; inclusion is being asked to dance.” Verna Myers Recently I participated in a webinar for Team Management Systems on the topic of Cognitive Bias and Teams and during it I asked the participants a question – “Does your organisation focus more on Diversity or Inclusion?” The answer was […]
