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tools & tips for HOW TO have effective conversations ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH AT WORK
Overcoming Tribalism: 13 Ways for Leaders to Create Inclusive Workplace Conversations In Times of Social Division
Are you trying to have conversations about at tough topic in your business? This article provides helpful tips on how and why to have tough conversations at work.
How the Media Influences Perceptions of Mental Health
Our perceptions of mental health and mental illness are influenced by a number of factors. The media is one of these factors. Whether it’s TV, movies, the news, or social media, it’s part of our daily lives. It often skews our perspectives and doesn’t show the whole picture of an issue. While things are getting better, it’s still up to us to raise awareness and shift the narrative.
How Social Issues Affect Mental Health at Work
It’s so common for leaders and organizations to avoid talking about social issues at work. They don’t want to rock the boat, cause problems, or say the wrong thing. But this avoidance may actually be doing more harm than good. So instead of practicing conversation avoidance at your company, try to have a meaningful conversation with your colleagues and address the elephant(s) in the room. Here’s how to do that.