,” Alyssa F. Westring writes that “figuring out what you need starts by simply noticing what makes you feel good and what makes you drained.” When you do that, it becomes clear that that self-care doesn’t equate to overhauling your entire life. Instead, Westring says that self-care is about exploring “small, everyday changes that work in the context of your whole life.”
Look at the grid above and think of some of the habits you practice as part of your everyday life. What’s working for you, and what do you feel comfortable leaving behind? Are there any habits you’re not currently practicing that you’d like to start?A post shared by HBR Ascend While there’s a lot you can do to manage your emotions, systemic change requires that we break the silence around mental health conversations. According to author Deborah Grayson Riegel, this often starts by acknowledging our own struggles and sharing them with our managers and leaders. That said, this may not always be safe or probable — especially if your workplace is not psychologically safe or inclusive.“, Riegel cautions against disclosing your mental health conditions under pressure.
If you do feel confident having this conversation with your manager, there are a lot of potential positives to opening up. But do so strategically. Swipe through the image above to learn more.A post shared by HBR Ascend When people in positions of power speak up about their mental health struggles, it makes it safer for their employees and teams to open up as well. If you’re a new manager or emerging leader, you have the power to impact your work culture in a positive way.,” author Craig Cowdrey recommends that first-time managers take on five different roles to become an agent of change and advocate for workplaces that value mental health.
We really need to put our emotional wellness first... but, yes, it is NOT black and white. It just is. ❤️
It doesn't have colour.