Sometimes all we need is a break, but the weekend seems so far out of reach.And yet all we can think of is a break from the routine, the workplace, the colleagues, and the mental load. Sometimes the daily meditation, the breathing exercise, and the break throughout the day have not worked their magic, and we… Continue reading The many perks of mental health days
The answer is yes. However, it comes with a lot of safeguarding regulations against abusive dismissal and discrimination. As always, when we explore topics that have to do with the law, we can only advise that each employer apply the regulations of the country they are in and do the proper research to make sure they… Continue reading Can an employer terminate an employee for mental health issues?
In 2023, it is reasonable to expect every company to have mental health and well-being on its agenda. Yet, many businesses are still unsure where to start and do not have a clear and coherent plan. To avoid throwing in some guidelines that won’t be followed through, paying for training that won’t be attended, and… Continue reading 6 fundamentals employers can do for mental health
As an employer in 2023, assuming your employee’s mental health is not your responsibility is very 2019(*). With COVID, the great resignation, followed by quiet quitting, and now the rise of grumpy staying, every news article and research on the topic show that attending to your team’s mental health should be on every HR department’s top… Continue reading How to improve employee mental health?
What do we mean by employees’ mental health? Understanding mental health and wellbeing in the workplace There are a lot of discussions around mental health, but do we truly know what it encompasses?The World Health Organization (WHO) defines mental health as “a state of mental well-being that enables people to cope with the stresses of… Continue reading Are employers responsible for employees’ mental health?
Mental health issues are experienced by many of us throughout our lives, and they will most likely impact us both professionally and personally. That is why it is paramount for managers to know how to react to employees opening up about their mental health issues. Like most things in life, being prepared is preferable to be… Continue reading What to do when an employee has mental health issues?
In a podcast from June 2022, Adam Grant, American author and professor of organizational psychology explains the 4 deadly sins of work culture. At Siffi we talk a lot about the importance of creating a well-being culture in companies.But before we even start focusing on deep health-related topics, it is essential to recognize the impact other… Continue reading The 4 deadly sins of work culture
If there is one thing to keep in mind it is that a company always has a culture. Whether it is one that was carefully curated or one that was born out of the absence of care for the topic, a culture will appear. Probably not a great one though. It may seem a bit… Continue reading Building a mental well-being company culture
In a 2019 article titled “Mental illnesses are Common, but Care is Lacking” published in Harvard Medical School, author Lauren Jett shares impressive numbers: “Nearly 60% of people with mental illnesses did not seek treatment last year” [2018] and “ 25% of adults in developed countries experience significant mental health problems each year”. There are… Continue reading Barriers to accessing mental health support
Most people will agree with the importance of well-being and mental health in the workplace.When it comes to actually investing in tools and processes that will help create a mental health culture, though, some companies are still slightly reluctant. It is easy to miss the big picture and focus on yet another expense. After all,… Continue reading Return-On-Investment from creating a mental health culture in your organisation
