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🌍 World Mental Health Day 2024 🌍 Theme: 'It is time to prioritize mental health at the workplace.' This year, we're championing Mental Health at Work—because mental well-being should never be an afterthought. 🧠💼 Work should uplift, not exhaust. It's time we build workplaces where mental health and productivity go hand-in-hand! 🌱✨ For Individuals: 💡 Take breaks, prioritize self-care, and speak up when you need support. Your mental health matters. For Communities: 🤝 Encourage open conversations and create safe spaces where colleagues feel supported and valued. For Governments: 🏛 Promote mental health policies that ensure all workplaces are safe, inclusive, and health-focused. Together, let’s create a future where mental health is everyone’s priority! 💪🌍 #Tutazidi  #Workplacewellness  #WMHD2024 cc Carson Anekeya, Sylvia Beatrice, Nancy Kaunda, Christine Ombima

As we mark World Mental Health Day today, October 10th, I find myself reflecting on the complex journey of grief - a path I'm walking personally and professionally. Grief can impact mental health in many ways including depression, anxiety, triggering PTSD, sleep disturbances and more. Grief isn't a linear process as I’ve written on CannabizMD and as we discussed in the webinar I hosted, “Treating Grief + Medical Cannabis” shortly after I lost my daughter this spring. I’ve studied grief for years as part of my healing from other significant personal losses and as part of my volunteer work in hospice and palliative care. Grief is more like a tumbleweed, unpredictable in its movements and appearances. As part of my own healing, I know that it wouldn’t hurt so much if there wasn’t so much love. As American writer and psychoanalysis researcher Judith Viorst wisely wrote, "We cannot deeply love anything without becoming vulnerable to loss." In my work at the intersection of cannabis science and policy, I've seen how cannabinoids can play a role in managing grief's multifaceted symptoms. The endocannabinoid system's influence on mood, sleep, and appetite makes cannabis a potential ally in navigating loss. But it's crucial to approach cannabis use thoughtfully: 🍃 Consult a trained cannabis clinician 🍃Start low, go slow 🍃Experiment mindfully with cultivars and delivery methods, i.e., inhalation and edibles 🍃 Journal your experiences with cannabis as a learning tool and journal period Remember, cannabis is just one tool. True healing comes from a holistic approach - professional support, self-reflection, and community connection. We need to recognize that as individuals, employers, colleagues, and for friends, the grief journey is valid and complex. I learned many years ago after the loss of my mom, the greatest cure for grief is action. At the same time, I’m mindful to make sure that I step back to “grief dose” as my grief counselor says. We need to feel our feelings and not bury them in work. On this World Mental Health Day, let's continue breaking stigmas and fostering understanding around mental health and the many paths to healing. Read my post on grief on CannabizMD and watch our webinar with cannabis clinicians and experts: https://lnkd.in/emu6bkRT. I began working on the webinar shortly after my loss so my feelings are very real and raw. My acute grief feelings are beginning to soften and becoming beautiful rather than painful. Lesson learned and reminding entrepreneurs in the industry … don’t make medical claims about cannabis. I know better than to title a webinar with “treating”, I should have used “managing” and because of that mistake made while working during my most acute grief, a bank’s compliance team kicked CannabizMD out. #worldmentalhealthday #griefawarenss #cannabisscience #cannabiseducation #mentalhealthmatters #cannabisbanking #socialentrepreneur

🌍 🧠 Today is World Mental Health Day which is all about “Prioritizing Mental Health in the Workplace”. Mental health is just as vital as physical health. Every person has the right to good mental well-being, free from discrimination and barriers to care. Since its first observance on October 10, 1992, World Mental Health Day has united the world in raising awareness for mental health. This year, the global campaign emphasizes the critical importance of mental well-being in professional settings. As workplaces evolve, it’s vital to create environments where mental health is protected and prioritized. This campaign advocates for global change, encouraging employees, employers, organizations and stakeholders to take action. At Climedo, we fully support these efforts and try to work towards a healthier, more equitable world every day. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ev8JzFGX #WMHD #WorldMentalHealthDay

This World Mental Health Day, October 10, 2024, we’re focusing on “Mental Health at Work.” The WHO is joining forces with partners to emphasize the crucial link between mental health and our work environments. Safe and healthy workplaces can protect mental well-being, while stigma, discrimination, and poor conditions can significantly harm it. With 60% of the global population in the workforce, it’s urgent that we take action to create supportive environments that enhance mental health. Governments, employers, and organizations must collaborate to improve mental health at work, involving workers and those with lived experiences in the process. #WorldMentalHealthDay #MentalHealthAtWork Info: World Health Organization (WHO)

🌍✨ It's World Mental Health Day. Lets emphasize the crucial link between #mentalhealth and work! A safe and healthy workplace can protect mental well-being, while poor conditions can harm it. With 60% of the global population in the workforce, urgent action is needed to create environments that support mental health. Let's unite—governments, employers, and workers—to ensure that mental health is prioritized at work. 💪 Take action today for a healthier future! World Health Organization Learn more at wmhdofficial.com #WorldMentalHealthDay

In today's fast-paced world, the importance of mental health cannot be overstated. As we navigate the complexities of modern life, our mental well-being plays a fundamental role in our overall health and happiness. Investing in mental health isn't just a moral imperative – it's also a smart economic decision. Research consistently shows that prioritising mental health leads to numerous benefits, including increased productivity, improved relationships, and reduced healthcare costs. By investing in mental health initiatives, organisations can create a more supportive and inclusive work environment, leading to higher employee satisfaction and retention. Additionally, communities that prioritise mental health resources see lower rates of substance abuse, crime, and homelessness. At Triumf Health, we understand the transformative power of investing in mental health. Our mission is to provide innovative solutions that empower individuals to take control of their mental well-being. From our gamified mental health app to our research initiatives, we're dedicated to making mental health support accessible to all. Let's prioritise mental health together and create a brighter, healthier future for everyone. 💪 #MentalHealth #InvestInMentalHealth #WellBeing #TriumfHealth #PublicHealth #teamtriumf

It is essential for governments, employers, the organizations which represent workers and employers, and other stakeholders responsible for workers’ health and safety to work together to improve mental health at work. Action to address mental health at work should be done with the meaningful involvement of workers and their representatives, and persons with lived experience of mental health conditions. By investing efforts and resources in evidence-based approaches and interventions at work, we can ensure that everyone has the opportunity to thrive at work and in life. Let's take action today for a healthier future. #silencetheshame #mentalhealth #worldmentalhealthday #mentalhealthintheworkplace

World Mental Health Day, observed on Thursday, October 10th, 2024, carries the theme "It is time to prioritize mental health in the workplace," as set by the World Federation for Mental Health. This theme underscores the critical need for addressing mental health challenges in work environments, which can significantly impact both individuals and organizational productivity. By fostering supportive #workplaces, promoting open conversations about #mentalhealth, and implementing policies that protect and uplift #employees, we can contribute to a healthier, more inclusive workforce. Prioritizing mental #wellbeing in the workplace is a vital step toward overall mental health #advocacy. #worldmentalhealthday #mentalhealthawareness World Mental Healthcare Association World Federation for Mental Health World Mental HealthCare

🌿 October is National Mental Health Month! 🌿 This year’s theme, 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲: 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀, is a powerful reminder of the role we all play in promoting mental well-being - whether as leaders, colleagues, or organisations. Strong connections and supportive workplaces are key to fostering resilience, and now is the perfect time to reflect on how we can build healthier environments for ourselves and those around us. Whether through small actions or larger initiatives, creating a culture of care within our teams can make a lasting impact. Across Australia, events are uniting people of all ages and backgrounds to raise awareness and prioritise mental health. As leaders and colleagues, let’s seize this opportunity to start conversations, lead by example, and cultivate workplace cultures where mental health is a priority, and everyone feels supported. Kath Harris Founder UnscriptedHR Helping #ceos #businessowners #hrprofessionals create #greatplacestowork #MentalHealthMonth #Resilience #CommunityWellbeing #MentalHealthAwareness #SupportNetwork

Today, on World Mental Health Day, it’s important to recognize the role we all play in supporting each other in every aspect of life, including the workplace. As Saidhbhe Cullen, our People and Culture Manager at Red River Archaeology Group, beautifully puts it: “Mental Health support, in any aspect of life, is as essential as food and water is for Humans to survive. In the workplace, it is integral to build that support for employees by investing in creating a safe environment. Fostering positive conversations across genders, generations and more, drive the importance of showing up for your colleagues, showcase compassion regularly and even respecting boundaries and self-care can make a difference. Mental Health is woven into every part of life, and we all have a responsibility to protect it.” One of Saidhbhe’s favourite quotes from Robert Frost resonates deeply today: “The only way out is through.” Let’s continue fostering these crucial conversations and ensuring that mental health is a priority for us all. #WorldMentalHealthDay #MentalHealthMatters #SupportEachOther #CompassionInTheWorkplace