The Connection Between Physical Exercise and Mental Health
The Vital Connection Between Physical Exercise and Mental Health
In our quest for a healthy lifestyle, we often prioritize regular exercise. However, the impact of exercise on mental health is equally significant, yet often overlooked. The synergy between physical and mental well-being is profound, with exercise being a key player in fostering positive mental health outcomes. Let’s delve...
Mind-Body Connection: How Mental Health Affects Physical Health
“He who has health has hope. He who has hope has everything”- Thomas Carlyle
We have been raised to believe that physical health is of paramount importance. And without a doubt, it is. But the recent pandemic has brought to light the fact that mental health is equally, if not more important for people across all age groups. The frequent news of the suicide of young people is on the rise....
Mindfulness: A Guide to Stress Reduction
“Stress is caused by being ‘here’ but wanting to be ‘there’.” – Eckhart Tolle
A recent stress & mental health study conducted by GOQii on 10,000+ Indians, shows that a staggering 24% of Indians are struggling with stress of various kinds. Workplace environment and financial instability were the top two factors affecting stress levels.
Since the...
EAPs and Mental Health Awareness: Supporting Employees Throughout the Year
In a rapidly changing world, prioritizing year-round support for employees’ mental health has become increasingly crucial. The competitive landscape and lifestyle shifts have made coping challenging, with individuals often neglecting the necessary rest their bodies require. Recognizing the importance of ongoing dialogue and support within the workplace is essential for individuals to...
Balancing Act: Managing Family Stress Alongside Work Challenges
In the demanding world we live in, stress from both family and work is inevitable. Some individuals may find themselves pulled more in one direction than the other, but stress is a universal challenge that we all must learn to cope with. Achieving balance requires utilizing additional tools and resources, even though making time for these can be a challenge in itself. In such situations, we...
How to Stop Being Insecure: Effective Ways to Deal with Complexes
Complexes are something that everyone has experienced at different times in their life, whether it be at home, in a professional setting, or in a social setting. They arise when we feel someone is better than us, has something we don’t have, or does something we cannot imagine doing. Comparisons to others can also trigger complexes and being insecure, which can be due to various reasons...
How not to Stress Over an Impending Appraisal
Performance at the workplace has always played a dual role – of motivating and also of causing concerns. We want to do our best and achieve our goals. But despite our efforts, that time of the year when appraisals take place, always causes a sense of anxiety.
In the years following the Covid-19 pandemic, organizations have reevaluated their strategies and measurement of performance has...
How to Recognise & Deal with Workplace Burnout
“A man cannot be comfortable without his own approval.” – Mark Twain
Often, office-goers struggle to start working every morning. Even working from home might seem like an extremely difficult task, much like a challenge. Many people are dealing with unclear job expectations. At times, work can feel monotonous, leading to feelings of disinterest and impatience.
Experiencing such stress...
Best Practices to Help Children Cope with Stress caused by the Covid-19 Pandemic
As the second wave of Covid-19 subsides in India and we start gearing up for the next wave, the most worrying news being circulated around has been the susceptibility of children to the third wave of the pandemic. As parents, we’re all worried. While children have been the epitome of resilience and adaptability. Online learning, lack of access to public parks, indoor activities have changed...
What Managers Must Do if a Team Member Suffers from a Mental Health Issue
Managers are the first/single point of contact for most employees, and hence have an added responsibility to watch out for the physical and emotional wellness of their team members.
With work from home and hybrid models of woking over the past 2 years, it has become even more difficult to see and gauge what a person may be facing and the nerve-wracking uncertainty unleashed by the pandemic....