Hey Me! Can you believe it’s been five years since we started this incredible journey as Stress Matters? As I sit down to write this letter, I’m overflowing with excitement and pride at the progress we’ve made in transforming the way we view workplace wellbeing. Remember those days when talking openly about stress and mental […]
by Laura Capell-Abra
Flipping the calendar to October means it’s almost time to celebrate World Mental Health Day on Tuesday 10th. And this year, the theme is crystal clear: “Mental Health is a Universal Human Right.” So then, this might be the case in theory. But how are we doing in practice? There’s room for significant improvement, according […]
by Stress Matters HQ
Knowing when and how to ask for help is a vital workplace skill, whether you’re a first jobber or a seasoned pro. In fact, the importance of recognising when you need help and being able to share your workload with colleagues can’t be underestimated, regardless of experience and position. Why? Because asking for help and […]
by Stress Matters HQ
Anxiety is a common problem that blights many employees in the workplace. At worst, it can affect their productivity, mental health and overall wellbeing. What’s more, the impact of anxiety-ridden team members can cause a ripple effect across the business. For this reason, the role employers play is becoming more vital for managing and preventing […]
by Stress Matters HQ
Stress continues to take a daily toll on both employees and organisations. In fact, a recent Deloitte study Mental health and employers: The case for investment – pandemic and beyond revealed how workplace stress costs UK employers an estimated £56bn annually (and rising), in absenteeism, turnover, and reduced productivity levels. The burning question is this. […]
by Stress Matters HQ
When we received our B Corp Certification last year, I was overjoyed, proud, relieved and a little bit daunted. We had become part of this great community but I was immediately aware that there was so much work we could be doing even better. For those not familiar with B Impact Scores, your certification is […]
by Laura Capell-Abra