Wellbeing and Mental Strength
Lightrise Consulting
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Life can get a bit overwhelming sometimes, can’t it? Between the endless to-do lists, emails that never seem to stop, and balancing work with the rest of life, it’s easy to feel like you’re running on empty. That’s why it’s so important to take time to focus on your wellbeing and build mental strength. This week, we’re sharing some practical tips and showing how Microsoft Viva can lend a helping hand in your day-to-day life.
1. Check in with Yourself Daily
How often do you pause to ask yourself, “How am I really doing?” It’s easy to brush off your feelings when the day gets busy, but self-awareness is the first step to mental strength. Try jotting down a quick note about your mood and energy levels each day.
?? Viva Insight Tip: Viva’s daily wellbeing check-in feature gives you a gentle nudge to pause, reflect, and reset. It’s like having a friend who quietly asks, “You okay?”
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2. Break the Day into Bite-Sized Chunks
Let’s be honest, most of us feel like superheroes in the morning but hit that mid-afternoon slump hard. It’s normal! Instead of pushing through, try structuring your day into smaller segments with short breaks in between. A ten-minute walk or even a stretch in the living room can work wonders.
?? Viva Tip: Use focus time in Viva to block distractions during those productive bursts. You’ll feel less frazzled and more accomplished.
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3. Celebrate the Small Wins
Did you reply to that email you’ve been avoiding? Sorted your inbox even just a little? Cooked yourself a real dinner after a long day? Those little moments matter more than you think. Be kind to yourself and celebrate the small victories, each one adds up to big progress.
?? Viva’s Daily Briefing Email: Start your day with a “to-do catch-up” or end it by reflecting on what you’ve achieved. It’s like having a cheerleader in your inbox!
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4. Connect and Share
When’s the last time you checked in with a colleague or shared how you’re really feeling? It’s easy to keep conversations surface-level, but opening up can create a sense of connection and mutual support. Whether it’s a chat over Teams or sharing a coffee in person, these moments can be truly grounding.
?? Viva Engage Tip: Join interest-based communities or create your own to spark meaningful conversations that go beyond work tasks.
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5. Plan Your Recovery Time
We’re all human, not machines. Recovery time is essential, whether that’s an evening to binge your favourite show, a lazy Saturday morning, or a Sunday afternoon walk in the park. Build it into your week like any important meeting, it matters just as much!
?? Viva Reminder Tip: Set a personal wellbeing goal, and Viva can remind you gently to prioritise rest and self-care.
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Join us for our free event " Wellbeing and Mental Health Strength with Microsoft Viva" next Wednesday by 1PM (UK Time) for an engaging 45 minutes session
To sign up for our free event, use the link below
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Let’s not forget that wellbeing and mental strength aren’t about being perfect they’re about showing up for yourself day by day, even when it’s hard. With Microsoft Viva as your companion, you have simple, intuitive tools to build wellbeing into your daily routine and strengthen your mental resilience.
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Take it one step at a time you’ve got this!
See you in our next edition