When we deliver our courses, people are often surprised at how much emphasis we place on monitoring and improving our own well-being and at some of the things we suggest, that might be as effective, often more effective than medication for the individual. For...
What does a mentally healthy workplace ‘look like’? Where we are today There are many great programmes across the globe that look to promote and support workplace mental health and wellbeing. Many of these focus on raising awareness of the issues, breaking...
When I went back to work after my first depressive episode I decided I wanted to educate colleagues on what happened to me – so I started telling my story in open sessions – I soon realised that I was never the only one in the room with a story to tell – and people...
I realise that Part 3 is too long for a single Blog so I am splitting it into 2 When I first saw my doctor she prescribed antidepressants. They don’t work for everyone, but for me they were a vital first step to recovery. They got me to a point where I...
Yesterday, Part 1 of my story ended with me waking up in tears. It was so difficult just getting out of bed. Eventually, I managed to get an emergency appointment with my doctor who immediately diagnosed Depression. She suggested a complete break from work for at...
I am Glen and I had my first breakdown in October 2008. As part of Mental Health Awareness Week, this is my story in 3 parts. So who was I before my breakdown? Open and generally optimistic, I was fortunate that I enjoyed my Monday mornings as much as my...
