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National Stress Awareness Day, observed on April 16th, aims to raise awareness about the impact of stress on mental health and wellbeing (American Psychological Association, 2023). According to the American Psychological Association, stress can have severe consequences, including burnout, emotional exhaustion, and decreased productivity. Ignoring the signs of stress, such as feeling tired, irritable, or…

The conversation around employee wellbeing has reached a critical juncture. As rates of stress and burnout continue to escalate, it has become clear that traditional employer strategies are no longer effective. A recent survey conducted by corporate wellness platform Wellhub, which polled 5,000 global employees, found that nearly two-thirds of respondents have become more “intentional”…

Four thousand pounds. An arbitrary figure, on a balance sheet, but in Braddan it represents a reprieve. It is the sound of a session not being cancelled, the continuation of a specific warmth found within the walls of The Roundhouse. For those on the Isle of Man living with the peculiar treacheries of an autoimmune…

There is a particular strangeness in this partnership, a kind of modern fable taking shape. On one hand, the felt and foam reality of Sesame Street, a place built from the tangible world of puppetry, of song, of neighborhood interactions that have a beginning and an end. And on the other, Google, an entity of…

An ego, once it begins to swell, is a delicate thing—as smooth and taut as a balloon, but also as hollow. It floats on the thinnest of air, on the breath of praise. A different kind of entity is a family of six, crammed into a tent against the coastal weather. That is solid. It…

Social workers play a vital role in supporting vulnerable individuals and communities, but their profession is often marked by high levels of stress and burnout. A 2024 poll of 716 Social Workers Union (SWU) members revealed that over half of respondents experienced a decline in their mental health due to work-related pressures. These pressures include…

The idea, of course, that one might craft a specific remedy for a specific mind—a key for one particular lock—has always been the goal. We have spent a great deal of time using rather blunt instruments, attempting to fix the delicate workings of a person’s outlook with something akin to a mallet. The promise here…

A beacon of hope has emerged in Bridgnorth, offering a safe haven for individuals struggling with mental health challenges. The Stay Mentally Healthy Hub, situated on Faraday Drive, has been making waves since its launch earlier this year. This innovative hub provides a comprehensive range of services, including one-to-one sessions, group sessions, workshops, and events,…

The Profound Impact of Music Learning on Young People’s Wellbeing A recent systematic review of existing studies on music learning has shed new light on the profound impact it has on the wellbeing of young people. Conducted by a team of experts from a prestigious Australian university, the research analysed 30 international academic sources and…

As World Wellbeing Week comes to a close, it’s essential to reflect on the significance of prioritizing employee wellbeing in the workplace. With nearly half of stressed workers reporting that it has negatively impacted their wellbeing, it’s clear that something needs to be done. Chris Britton, People Experience Director at Reward Gateway | Edenred, emphasizes…

In a world where the traditional 9-to-5 grind is rapidly becoming a relic of the past, the notion that wellbeing is merely a nicety has been turned on its head. As Peter Cheese, the chief executive of the CIPD, astutely pointed out at this year’s CIPD Festival of Work in London, fostering a culture of…