Mental Wellness and Self-Care At Work

The stigma that has long been associated with mental health in the workplace is turning a corner. Finally, some human resources departments are taking steps to offer support to employees who have mental health issues such as depression, ADHD, anxiety, bipolar disorder, or other conditions. Statistics show that such conditions account for missed work days and can reduce productivity (Forbes 2017).

There is still a long way to go for employers across different organizations. “We are in a knowledge economy. Our jobs require us to execute at peak mental performance. When an athlete is injured they sit on the bench and recover. Let’s get rid of the idea that somehow the brain is different” - The Medium, 2017.

In addition, self-care can contribute to the wellness of each employee. Harvard Business Review offers basic tips on self care in the workplace:

--Take 15 minutes to write down the top 3 things you want to accomplish that day. This will help you prioritize when other distractions or requests roll in. Ask yourself how additional activities will impact your priority list.

--Keep your internal critic in check. Perfectionism can prevent you from accomplishing what you set out to do.

--Recharge by taking walking breaks or having lunch away from your desk, or with colleagues.

--Celebrate your team by taking time to reflect on what went well that quarter or month. Revisiting your contributions can boost the morale of you and your colleagues and help your team see the value of their work.

Sources:

https://www.forbes.com/sites/danschawbel/2017/11/01/10-workplace-trends-youll-see-in-2018/#30415a854bf2

https://hbr.org/2017/06/6-ways-to-weave-self-care-into-your-workday

https://medium.com/@OlarkLiveChat/its-2017-and-mental-health-is-still-an-issue-in-the-workplace-61efbef092f

~Tai Yee Ho

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