Activate Hope this World Mental Health Day

In this issue of the Hopebeat Weekly, we're exploring stories, strategies, and the science behind hope—specifically, how it impacts the workplace and campuses.

Introducing a NEW Podcast - The Hope Matrix on Campus!

Over 60% of college students experience difficulties with their mental health. So this World Mental Health Day, we give extra effort on activating Hope on Campuses.?

We are excited to launch a new edition of The Hope Matrix, one for college students! The first ever episode of The Hope Matrix Podcast on Campus features The Shine Hope Company’s Community Hope Activator, ?Avery Peel . Avery is a recent University of Arkansas graduate with a degree in Psychology, and is excited to bring her wisdom to the airwaves.?

It was an honor to be her first guest, and we can’t wait to share the work we aim to do on campuses across the country. Avery gets deep into my story, and I’m excited to learn from her and all the amazing guests she has in store, including Miss Arkansas USA! Subscribe and follow our channels to receive updates when this special episode drops. Stay tuned! Join Us in Celebrating World Mental Health Day for Workplace Mental Health October 10th is the World Mental Health Day, an important reminder to prioritize mental health, most especially at work. As the focus of this year’s world mental health day is workplace mental health, we want to share some strategies for bringing hope, a protective factor for anxiety and depression, into your community.

Here are some ways to activate hope at your organization:

• Write Your Own Shine Hope? Story? and share with staff.
• Sign up for Hopeful Mindsets Workplace Overview video course or license it for your entire company.
• Train Your Workplace Leaders, Managers, and Staff on Activating Hope by inviting Kathryn Goetzke as your trainer.
• Partner with us on Cause Marketing Campaigns that activate the Shine Hope? framework on product and support iFred , and our programming with youth for those in underserved communities.
• Hand out Shine Hope brochures or Moments of Hope cards to your employees

You can also participate in the World Federation for Mental Health’s initiative for the World Mental Health Day at wmhdofficial.com .

Do You Practice Happiness Habits at Your Company? Happiness Habits are healthy, long-term actions that cause your brain to release happiness hormones including endorphins, dopamine, serotonin, and oxytocin.? Happiness Habits help you stay in your upstairs brain, where you access the problem-solving skills, collaboration, goal-directed behavior, and passion critical for hope.? Goals are key in the workplace, which is why cultivating happiness helps make your employees healthier, more engaged, and better able to achieve bold workplace ambitions. Here are some ideas for cultivating Happiness Habits:?

I cultivate Happiness Habits through early morning exercise and eating greens, as well as learning and using my strengths, setting daily goals, ensuring I get enough sleep, laughing with colleagues when stress is especially high, having weekly check-ins, and playing pickleball with coworkers.What are your favorite Happiness Habits? Consider sharing with us on social media @theshinehopecompany or via email to improve others' lives and activate hope.

The Power of Gratitude for Hope

Gratitude is one of the most powerful Happiness Habits. That is why we are excited that? episode #40 of The Hope Matrix Podcast features gratitude expert Dr. Erwin Valencia, founder of Gratitude Gang, and Former Physical Therapist and Assistant Athletic Trainer of New York Knicks. From his humble beginnings to becoming a leader in mental health advocacy, Erwin shares his Shine Hope Story and the power of gratitude. Listen to the full podcast episode and read Erwin’s Shine Hope Story here.

Join the Stress and Burnout Summit 2024

The Stress and Burnout Summit goes live on October 14, 2024! I’m excited to speak about the role of hope in managing stress and preventing burnout in the workplace. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and tools to build a hopeful workforce! Register here for?free.

Join Me on October 15th for a Special ‘Being Unstoppably Resilient’ panel

Join HappyWomenDinners for a special 3-week webinar series starting October 1st. On October 15th, I’ll be part of a panel on "Being Unstoppably Resilient," featuring Dr. Jessi Gold and Sarah Ezrin. Sign up here.

Cool Reads:

The Biggest Little Book About Hope

If you'd like to learn more about hope and its incredible potential, I've shared my personal story in "The Biggest Little Book About Hope," where I offer resources and tools to help you cultivate hope in your life. Get your copy today!

Featured Reels:

Team Updates:?

Introducing Mic Fariscal, our Creative and Production Lead, who designs the materials that promote hope. Check out his Shine Hope Story and get inspired to write your own !

Keep Shining Hope,

Kathryn

Kathryn Goetzke, MBA

CEO & Chief Hope Officer, The Shine Hope Company

Author of The Biggest Little Book About Hope

Founder of International Foundation for Research and Education on Hope (iFred)

Creator of Hopeful Cities, and Hopeful Minds

Creator of Hopeful Mindsets Overview , Hopeful Mindsets in the Workplace Overview ,?and Hopeful Mindsets on the College Campus Course

Podcast host of The Hope Matrix

Chief Mood Officer, The Mood Factory (taking a break, for hope!)www.kathryngoetzke.com

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We're so glad you're a part of our hope network, and want to expand the impact of our work. If so inspired, please consider sharing with your Nourishing Network to amplify hope in our global community.

Content is created by The Shine Hope Company LLC team of editors.?When you buy through links on our newsletter or website, we may earn a commission. This newsletter is designed to assist you in learning about hope. They should not be used for medical advice, counseling, or other health-related services. iFred, The Shine Hope Company and Kathryn Goetzke do not endorse or provide any medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The information provided herein should not be used for the diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition and cannot be substituted for the advice of physicians, licensed professionals, or therapists who are familiar with your specific situation. Consult a licensed medical professional, or call 911, if you are in need of immediate assistance.

Join us in activating hope in your company, school, city, healthcare system, or anywhere else at www.theshinehopecompany.com .