Having a child is a monumental event in a woman’s life and can be a truly rewarding experience. But the flip side of new motherhood is that it brings added responsibility, stress and, for some women, mental health issues. For working women, the challenges of being a new mother are multiplied. New and expectant mothers …
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Feeling anxious from time to time is part of the human experience. In situations that cause stress or apprehension, such as a job interview or a dentist appointment, feeling somewhat anxious is normal. But when anxiety is severe, excessive for the situation, or difficult to control, it could indicate a mental health problem. Intense anxiety …
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When you hear the word “wellbeing” in a work context, what usually springs to mind is how managers impact employee wellbeing. However, a topic that receives far less focus is how occupying management positions affects the wellbeing—including the emotional health—of leaders. Emotionally healthy people are conscious of their thoughts, emotions, and behaviours. They’re also aware …
Most companies today have realised that the success of any business endeavour lies in the hands of their employees. This has naturally led to a number of people-focused initiatives, from improving company culture and offering special benefits to designing employee-friendly policies and workplaces. While initiatives like these do benefit employees and yield better results for …
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