It’s been six years since Stress Matters began helping organisations with Mental Health and Wellbeing. We’ve been fortunate to work with incredible companies and achieve remarkable results. Yet, reflecting on this journey, there’s one profound lesson I wish every organisation knew when they first started out with MHFA training: Don’t train MHFAs until you have […]
by Stress Matters HQ
In our increasingly urbanised and fast-paced world, it’s remarkably easy to overlook a potent, readily available tonic for stress, anxiety, and the general wear and tear of modern life: nature. But it’s not simply “green space” that holds the key to our wellbeing; it’s the rich, vibrant tapestry of life – biodiversity – that truly […]
by Stress Matters HQ
Would you have a bath at 7 am? (Turns out, it might be the secret to work-life balance.) If you have been measuring the illusive work-life balance in time, you’re wrong. It’s about energy. Let me explain. The idea of perfectly balancing work and life is a bit of a unicorn. I’m constantly bombarded with […]
by Laura Capell-Abra
Ok, folks, get ready to unleash your inner superhero because Random Acts of Kindness Day is just around the corner (February 17th, mark your calendars!). But here’s the thing: I think we should be celebrating kindness every single day, don’t you? I don’t know about you, but there’s something so heartwarming about witnessing or receiving […]
by James Capell-Abra
The close of the year kindles reflection on many aspects of life, including your workplace wellbeing and mental health initiatives. In fact, reflecting and taking stock of your progress are essential for setting fresh goals for 2025, whether employee wellbeing is already baked in or you’re just getting started. Either way, these three common sense […]
by Amy Hitchcock
Health and wellbeing workshops on self-care are trendy right now. But what do they truly mean? And how can HR teams and business owners make them more than buzzwords? Well, you’re in the right place for nurturing your team’s wellbeing, with the added bonus of building a stronger employer brand through encouraging self-care, in and […]
by Stress Matters HQ