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To mark #WorldMentalHealthDay 2024, PRWeek UK asked 24 comms professionals what would improve mental health in PR, in just 24 words. Sarita Shah, VP of Strategic Communications at Weber Shandwick, shared: "More time understanding how we best work as individuals and teams. We must look at what we can control and make positive changes." Read the article here: https://bit.ly/3U4jKEJ

🧩 Meet The Mental Health VA: Our Values Define Us 🧩 Hello! We’re The Mental Health VA, founded by Betsy Castro. Our team is dedicated to supporting therapists in private practice by managing the behind-the-scenes tasks that keep your practice thriving. Here’s what we stand for: 🤝 Teamwork Together, we achieve more. Our collaboration ensures your practice excels. 🧠 Work Smarter, Not Harder Efficiency is our middle name. We find ways to streamline your workload. 🔗 Interdependence Your growth fuels ours. We thrive on mutual success. 🌱 Self-Care Advocating for wellness, we practice what we preach. 🕊 Freedom and Flexibility Tailored support to meet your practice’s unique demands. ❤️ Empathy We listen, understand, and act to create the best client experiences. Join us in revolutionizing mental health care. Together, we can focus on what truly matters—your clients’ well-being. #MentalHealthVA #TherapistSupport #EmpathyInAction #Teamwork #PracticeManagement

May is Mental Health Awareness Month (Post 3) Changing perceptions, fostering relationships, and building reputations are endeavors that rarely yield immediate results. They require extensive strategic planning, decisive action, and sustained effort over time. PR professionals must navigate the balance between short-term demands and long-term objectives, often making difficult decisions and executing strategies that benefit both their clients and stakeholders. However, achieving these goals is never straightforward and demands dedication and perseverance. Our leaders sharing their thoughts on #mentalhealth Thanks Neha A. 👍 #mentalhealth #stress #PR #CorporateCommunications Reshma Nandy Priya Bendre Juhi Hajela Neha Kumaar Garg Bhaskar Majumdar Mrinall Dey (He/Him) Bhaskar Majumdar

I have OCD, I love cleaning! No, by God’s grace you don’t have one! #OCD is not an enjoyable ‘personality’ trait; it is an agonizing, repetitive, intrusive thought/ behaviour for the person suffering from it. Any OCD led behaviour comes with debilitating levels of anxiety. Like washing hands repeatedly for fear of germs or arranging items in a particular order. There is cognitive therapy and medication required for OCD. So, the next time you hear someone nonchalantly using OCD for being neat/organized, please ask them not to trivialize the struggle that people with OCD have to go through. Sometimes people show no signs of struggle, but sometimes the obvious signs are there! On Mental Health awareness month, thank you CommsAdda for initiating the fabulous conversations around #mentalhealth As part of the sensitization communication, thought of calling out this cliché. Let's break the stigma, foster empathy, and nurture a community that prioritizes #mentalhealth To more conversations & adda!

As May draws to a close, so does #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth — a time that has profoundly underscored the importance of mental well-being and the need for ongoing support, understanding, and empathy in our communities, especially in our workplaces. Reflecting on this journey, I vividly remember key experiences that have shaped my perspective on the support we must build for future generations. As someone who suffers from clinical anxiety, I've always been open about my struggles. Unfortunately, I didn't receive the support I needed when I expressed my challenges to senior leaders and HR. Instead, my direct manager once labeled me as "mentally ill" during a discussion. This lack of understanding and empathy led me to leave that firm, but it also fueled my determination to #advocate for better #mentalhealthsupport. To those dealing with similar issues, please know that you are not alone. Reaching out for help is a sign of strength, not weakness! 🤝 Let's continue to check in on our loved ones, friends and colleagues. A simple "How are you?" can make a world of difference. We must keep working to dismantle the stigma around mental health. Open dialogues and supportive environments are crucial for those who may be struggling. If you are suffering, please connect! There is strength in solidarity and shared experiences. Let's keep the momentum going and continue to foster a culture of mental health awareness and support throughout the year. Together, we will make a difference 🌟 #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #MentalHealthMatters #SelfCare #EndTheStigma #SupportEachOther #WellBeing

𝑩𝒆𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒅 𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒚 𝒎𝒂𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒑𝒊𝒆𝒄𝒆 𝒊𝒔 𝒂 𝒎𝒊𝒏𝒅 𝒕𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒏𝒆𝒆𝒅𝒔 𝒄𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝒕𝒐𝒐! We all know creativity has the power to inspire, to challenge, to move. But the pressure that comes with constant innovation, the emotional highs and lows, and the reality of burnout often go unnoticed. As a panelist at the recent Art Jam’s pull up and Vibe’s session I had the honor of going deep into the unseen side of the creative industry—mental health. In this discussion, we talked openly about: - #𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐛𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐯𝐨𝐢𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐞𝐱𝐡𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 💡 - #𝐒𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐲𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐧𝐮𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐛𝐨𝐭𝐡 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐥-𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 - 𝐓𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 #𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐲𝐧𝐝𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 - 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐞 #𝐫𝐞𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 #𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐦 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐲 It was a powerful reminder that taking care of mental health isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity. For every creative out there, your well-being is your greatest asset. Grateful to have shared this space with brilliant minds, and proud to represent Nivishe Foundation where we ensure all careers are supported in our mental health advocacy. Together, we’re building a world where creativity and well-being go hand in hand! #advocasybymariam #MentalHealthMatters #CreativeWellness #BurnoutPrevention #ImposterSyndrome #SelfCareForCreatives #InnovationAndWellbeing #CreativeIndustry #WellnessJourney

“We can break the silence surrounding mental health at work, together.” - Sigal Atzmon, Medix Founder and CEO Opening up about mental health struggles can feel incredibly daunting, particularly in a workplace where judgement seems ever-present. However, today marks the start of a new chapter! We're excited to invite and empower you to #ShareYourColour as we come together to say, "It's perfectly fine to have an 'off-colour' day." Let's not forget, we're all human. Experiencing 'off-colour' days is entirely normal, but you don't have to go through them on your own. By taking part in our #ShareYourColour campaign, you're not just expressing your feelings; you're pioneering workplace advocacy and support. 🔴🟢🔵🟡For more details, visit the link in our comment section. #MentalHealth #MentalHealthMatters #BreakTheStigma

Partnerships that propel us forward. 🛠️ Hear from our industry partner about the value of working together. Permalink Support Services and SkilTrak making waves in the Mental Health industry. #IndustryCollaboration #PartnershipGrowth #skiltraksuccessstories #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthsupport

🧠 Mental Health Awareness Week: Prioritising Well-Being in Healthcare 🌿 At Medical Staffing, we understand that caring for others starts with caring for yourself. This Mental Health Awareness Week, we want to remind our healthcare heroes that their well-being matters just as much as the patients they care for. 💚 Whether you're on the frontlines or behind the scenes, taking time for your mental health is essential. We're here to support you every step of the way, offering resources and opportunities that prioritise your work-life balance. Let's continue to create a culture where mental health is as valued as physical health. Together, we can build a stronger, healthier future for all. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #HealthcareHeroes #MedicalStaffingCares #WellbeingFirst

#MentalHealthAwareness Month may have passed, but we're still spreading the lessons we've learned. In this blog, we speak to four leaders across Merkle and dentsu on their perspectives on mental health and wellness: