Wellness in the Workplace

The significance of wellness in life cannot be understated. Over the past eight months, I've embarked on a deeply personal health journey aimed at purging Layton disease, a disease which has plagued me for nearly two decades. This journey has been marked by a relentless pursuit of natural remedies and holistic practices to alleviate my long-endured symptoms. I once believed these symptoms were intractable, but my path has revealed the potential for true healing.

I would like to take this opportunity to share with you my journey because these learnings have had a profound impact, not only on my life but on the solutions RE:GEN Academy are now able to provide to businesses throughout the North East to enhance the wellness of their workforces.

A World of Shared Struggles

My own personal journey has unearthed a striking realisation that we live in a world of Shared Struggles? – a multitude of people grappling with similar conditions, burdened by stress, anxiety, procrastination, and melancholy. These conditions are often born from invisible diseases, marked by glaringly visible side effects.

Did you know??

• Conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) impact a significant segment of the UK population.
• Mental health concerns afflict one in four adults annually, encompassing anxiety, depression, and stress-related ailments.
• The plight extends to the younger generation, with approximately one in six young individuals enduring probable mental disorders.
• Tragically, suicide rates remain a concern, with a higher incidence among males.
• A COVID-19 Paradigm Shift, The COVID-19 pandemic catalysed a seismic shift in mental health, intensifying issues due to isolation, uncertainty, and anxiety.

So where did my journey begin?

• 2019 - A Quest for Alternatives - In 2019, my exploration into overcoming Layton disease led me to delve into the impact of prescription medication and the world of alternative herbal remedies. I made a bold decision to wean myself off prescription drugs, including a staggering 56 daily tablets, of which 70% were potent opioids like Oxycodone. I embraced cold water therapy as a complementary measure. The transformation was profound, proving that there existed a way beyond reliance on pharmaceuticals.
• 2020 - A Moment for Mindfulness - In the subsequent years, my focus shifted towards mindfulness, mental well-being, and spirituality, particularly in the context of trauma recovery. I embarked on a journey of self-discovery, uncovering the interconnectedness of mental and physical health.
• 2021 - Nutrition & Trauma - As my understanding of trauma deepened, I found myself exploring the intricate relationship between trauma, nutrition, and overall well-being. This opened the doors to the role food and nutrition played in my life, and as my knowledge in nutrition grew, I sought to heal my body from within.
• 2022 - Unveiling True Health - To strengthen my healing, I began attending weekend healing retreats. Here I immersed myself in herbal remedies, embraced plant-based living, and discovered the transformative power of ionized water and non-toxic lifestyles.
• 2023 - Transformation - The current year combines a culmination of my efforts of recent years. I've wholeheartedly adopted the mucus-less diet healing system and Rational Fasting by Prf Arnold Ehret, devouring his insightful literature. I've immersed myself in the teachings of Jason Vale, particularly his insights on juice fasting and cleansing. To fortify my journey, I've invested in a personal water ionizer, instrumental in purging my body of Layton disease and toxicities.

This journey has demanded an entire metamorphosis – a shift in thought, behaviour, and environment. I've faced and conquered my own mindset, rewiring my habits, and uprooting the familiar. Every facet of my existence has undergone profound change – from dietary choices to daily rituals. However, I didn't tread this path alone. My quest led me to exceptional mentors – three remarkable women who illuminated my way to genuine health:

• Gill Main – Wellness & Leadership
• Paula Donaldson – Nurturing Food, Nutrition, Plant Based Living, Ironized water
• Suzanne Ellis – Social Scientist, Emotional Intelligence and Awareness, Alchemical Healing, Change Work Specialist, NLP, Eye Movement Practitioner (IEMT) Hypnotherapist

But my journey does not stop here. Armed with the insights garnered from my personal journey, I'm steadfast in my pursuit to offer workplace wellness programmes. I've forged partnerships with esteemed health professionals, naturopaths, and change work specialists. Together, we extend alternative avenues to address symptoms like stress, anxiety, procrastination, health, nutrition and more.?

The Outcome?

An array of fully funded workshops designed to help people get to where they want to be:

• Managing Stress & Mental Health in the Workplace
• How to Attract & Retain Great Employees
• Strengthening Minds
• Moving through Hard Times
• Overcoming Procrastination
• Developing Authenticity
• Presenting with Confidence
• Incorporating Wellness into Leadership
• Environmental Wellbeing
• Eco-Anxiety
• Climate Change Awareness
• Communicating Climate Change
• Sustainability for Business Start Ups
• Carbon Literacy Training
• Introduction to Retrofit Workshop
• Leadership Essentials
• NLP for Everyone
• Metaphors for Movement
• Juicing Masterclass
• Gut Health
• Plant Based for Beginners
• Zero Waste Kitchen
• Herbs for Health

These workshops through RE:GEN Academy involve conducting a thorough training needs analysis for your organisation and having your employees complete personal assessments. The resulting data is then meticulously evaluated, leading us to craft a bespoke wellness prescription tailored to your business's unique needs.

Thanks to the North East Workforce Skills , we've gained access to ESF funding that can cover the expenses of our tailored wellness solutions. These solutions are readily available for delivery to SMEs throughout the North East region until December 2023.

For organisations deeply committed to the well-being of their workforce and eager to implement strategies in wellness and leadership, I invite you to connect with me.

The Results Speak For Themselves:

Below I share just a snapshot of results from a 6 weeks Growing Confidence Programme that was run recently to emphasise the power of what can be achieved:

If you’d like to find out more about how we can help people get to where they want to be through the fully funded workshops and tailored wellness solutions that we can offer at RE:GEN Academy , then please contact me today.