World Mental Health Day 2024
Wendy Garrett - Garrett Learning
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The Garrett Learning newsletter. A mental health and well-being update to find out what has been happening, what's new & what's coming up!
Inside this month's issue:?
We are Supportive Curious Welcoming Encouraging Straightforward We are Garrett Learning.
What’s been happening? I've been at the poker table again!?
I run 'The Nuts poker league' on a Monday night in our local pub. From this?I qualified for 'Regionals' which?the next stage at the casino. It was a great day, with 105 people starting the tournament, I played for 6 hours and finished in the 24th position. I've improved upon my game since the last time I I made it through to Regionals as I was the first person out and everyone gave me a clap as I walked out the room!???
I?love the game, the game involves strategy, and patience, and it's fun,?although I appreciate my serious face might give off other vibes!?
What’s new?
In line with World Mental Health Day, we have two?free awareness workshops planned,?one in person and one on zoom?- we'd love you, your team or family members to join us:??
The 2024 It is time to prioritise mental health in the workplace. Let's do just that!
1) Online.
Join us on Monday 14th October 15:00-16:00 GMT.
Join Garrett Learning and The Workplace Wellbeing Heroes as we talk about: - What does mental health in the workplace look like - How we can support our people?
-?Starting with the conversation - We'll think about employee wellbeing plus time for questions and answers
Register in advance for this meeting:
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
2) In person event.
On Saturday 12th October, Kidderminster, Worcestershire. 10:00-11:30 GMT
We'lI be running a free 90-minute awareness workshop and the wonderful volunteers at St John Ambulance, Kidderminster division have offered their training room for us to hold this event - thank you!
We will be covering:
- What is mental health, signs, symptoms and common mental health conditions
- Breaking down the stigma
- How to have the conversation about mental health
-Where to go for help and support
For more details and to sign up for your free ticket, please click here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/free-mental-health-awareness-session-kidderminster-tickets-1011980790787?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=IwY2xjawFQxjhleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHffCQqO6k0eIk4uSc7jMx9ks1ofKU2AzJrdsY3MO98lI1Hu7oM8bmpEMGg_aem_ZAstmD-8Gmw94_t0N2uuEA
If you/your team are unavailable to attend the above sessions there are other ways to raise awareness in your organisation: Watch the Stress Container model.
Get people talking about what is in their 'Stress Container' (Source: MHFA England).? People are more likely to talk about stress than mental health.? We all have things that 'stress us out'. Please note that what is stressful to one person, may not be stressful to another.?
In a communal work area or team meeting, take a piece of flip chart paper and draw out a big container shape with a tap.?
Encourage people to share what it causing them stress by writing their stresses in the container (money, work, relationships, health, car going in for an MOT, pending dentist visit, getting married?etc)
Under the tap, ask people to share how they manage their stress and 'let out' or reduce their stress, such as, walking the dog, meditation, boxing, reading or taking a holiday.??
Free download
Download the Garrett Learning guide on How to implement Mental Health First Aiders into your organisation.
MHFA England recommend 1 in 10 people are trained in mental health.?
If you're thinking about?implementing more MHFAiders (Mental Health First Aiders)?into your organisation, this guide will provide tips and suggestions,?share the benefits to your organisation and provide guidance on how to recruit the best people for the role.
We'll also get you thinking about your wellbeing and mental health strategy.
(Please feel free to share the link with anyone who maybe interested)
What’s coming up?
The HR extraordinaire, Kate Bennett of The HR Hero,?will be our guest at the Workplace Wellbeing Heroes online meeting on Monday 14th October at 2-3pm GMT for our fifth meeting. Kate will be sharing all things 'People, HR and supporting your team'. We'll be in for an enlightening session.?
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If you are:
- A Wellbeing Ambassador
- Promoting mental health in the workplace
- A Mental Health First Aider
We welcome you to become a Workplace Wellbeing Hero!
You can join for ￡20 per month per person (forever!) or just join a one-off session for ￡35.
Find out more by visiting: www.garrettlearning.co.uk/services/workplace-well-being-hero/
What do you get for your money?
- Each month you can attend/watch the recording of an educational workshop.
- Attend quarterly workshops, invite your colleagues to help spread the message and raise awareness of mental health and wellbeing. You are a hero after all!
- You'll connect with other like-minded people to exchange best practices, share ideas and support each other.
- Each session will host a Q&A section so you can bring your questions and queries.
What's coming up?
All Garrett Learning MHFA England Programmes are listed here: Open courses?
DATE CHANGE The Work and Wellbeing Retreat with Garrett Learning is now taking place at Studley Castle on Wednesday 26th - Friday 28th February 2025.
The Work and Wellbeing Retreat is about:
Secure your place with a ￡100 deposit today. Find out more here: www.garrettlearning.co.uk/work-retreat
Other October wellbeing dates for your diary:
Are you taking part in any of these dates? Share your comments and stories with us! We’d love to hear them!
See you soon!
Wendy
Want some help?
Garrett Learning creates welcoming, memorable, and learner-focused learning experiences to reach individual and business goals. Book a discovery call with us to see how Garrett Learning ( www.garrettlearning.co.uk ) can help:
Book a chat with Wendy here: https://scheduler.zoom.us/garrettlearning/1-1-cuppa-and-chat...;
We (Wendy and her growing team!) are here for you when you need us. We are here to hear you! We are kind in nature and open to hearing everyone's point of view. Our training and overall learning experiences are built to ensure you feel comfortable and can be yourself.?
If you want to discuss your future plans, I’d love to hear them! Get in touch!
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