Donna Groves’ Post

At The Shift we have a focus on building community and support networks while giving participants/teams the tangible tools to make a difference to their wellbeing. Through my personal experience, first hand observation and the statistics of wellbeing struggles within our industry, I have built a program to help our workers take a a step towards a better future. If we want better builds, better outcomes and a better industry it starts onsite, it starts on the ground with our workers. Invest in the wellbeing of our workers and you invest in the future of the industry. I am working towards bringing The Shift into TAFE and to more companies onsite across our industry. There have been so many great outcomes for individuals and teams, inside the sessions but then continuing past that we have seen team units strengthen and develop in a multitude of ways. Better wellbeing means laying the foundations for this work to take place. Teaching people how to check in with themselves, how to communicate and build awareness around the controllable. Our wellbeing toolkit is more important and valuable than any other tool we have available to us on and off site!

Engaging in conversations about wellbeing is essential for fostering a supportive environment. One key aspect is the importance of understanding one another. When we approach discussions with kindness and empathy, we create a safe space for sharing feelings and experiences. Emotional intelligence plays a crucial role in effective communication. This involves being aware of our own emotions as well as those of others. By choosing our words carefully and being mindful of their impact, we can express ourselves in ways that resonate positively with others. Additionally, active listening is vital. It involves fully concentrating on the speaker, acknowledging their feelings, and responding thoughtfully. This practice not only validates their experience but also strengthens relationships. To enhance wellbeing conversations, consider: - Practice Empathy- Try to see situations from others’ perspectives. This can deepen your understanding and compassion. - Use "I" Statements- Frame your feelings and thoughts using "I" statements to express yourself without sounding accusatory (e.g., "I feel concerned when..."). - Be Open-Minded- Encourage diverse viewpoints. Acknowledging differing opinions fosters a culture of respect. - Encourage Feedback- Create an environment where feedback is welcomed. This helps individuals feel valued and heard. - Stay Present- In conversations, focus on the moment. This strengthens connections and shows that you care. By cultivating these skills, we can improve our wellbeing discussions, leading to healthier relationships and a greater sense of community. #RangerWellbeing ifaw Game Rangers' Association of Africa Game Rangers International International Ranger Federation European Ranger Federation The Thin Green Line Foundation

Today is Ireland's National Workplace Wellbeing Day According to Work Well Ireland Community: "Now in its tenth year, the day itself has served to raise the importance of employee wellbeing across a wide variety of industries since its inception. As always, I encourage organisations to recognise and celebrate the day in a way that best supports their colleagues while at the same time ensuring they do not fall into the trap of celebrating wellbeing on only one day of the year and merely using the day as a PR exercise!" There is a long list of items that will aid in your wellbeing here, including Resources for Everyone, Parents, Teachers, Physical ideas, Nutritional ideas, Mental Health ideas, and for Wellbeing Leaders and Workplace Champions, all compiled by Brian Crooke. Brian Crooke is a wellbeing educator, speaker and adviser, empowering Irish organisations to promote and sustain wellbeing within their workplaces. He is the founder of The Work Well Institute and the Workplace Wellbeing Ireland community and is Course Director of the Postgraduate Certificate in Workplace Wellness at Tangent, Trinity College Dublin. He is the host of The Work Well Podcast. Check out https://lnkd.in/eS2TixyU ONE’s primary objective is to support the needs of Irish veterans by the provision of accommodation to homeless and other veterans in need of such domestic accommodation in its Veterans Homes and the provision of other advice and support to veterans, in particular Mental Health advice, through its nationwide network of Branches and Veterans Support Centres. Visit www.ONE-Veterans.Org for more info. #DefenceForces #Veterans #Charity #SCAR #Support #Comradeship #Advocacy #Remembrance #NoIrishVeteranLeftBehind #Homeless #Homelessness #MentalHealth #Wellbeing #Health #Counselling #VeteranSupport #VeteransAffairs #Veteran #WorkWell24 #WorkplaceWellbeingDay2024

As a mom preparing to head back to work after baby #2, I'm eager to explore wellness solutions that can help me manage the mental and emotional load. That said, my big takeaway from this article is a passing statement in the third paragraph: "Workers who were given the opportunity to do charity or volunteer work did seem to have improved well-being." This is not surprising to any #csr practitioner who has organized a #dayofservice or recruited for a workplace mentorship program. When done well, corporate volunteer programs are truly magical in keeping employees happy, engaged, and connected to the company's mission. It's important for companies to invest in and support these programs to create a positive work environment for all employees. #workplacewellness #employeeengagement #corporatevolunteering

The barrier to entry has never been lower. And tiny steps compound over time. Join our community for support and empowerment 💪🌟 Share your thoughts or experiences below! #WellbeingCommunity #SupportAndEmpowerment #InclusiveWellbeing #beiingself #wellbeing

Wellbeing is slowly becoming an important priority across all workplaces, small businesses and community organisations. But while we can say it is a priority, are the strategies we are using to improve wellbeing authentic, or just superficial (and at times annoying). It is critical that when we consider wellbeing initiatives we think about what actually creates wellbeing. A good starting place is to actually consider whether you would be happy with the initiative as a worker or community member. Drop your thoughts on what wellbeing initiatives you have seen that you believe work well and what don't #mentalhealth #wellbeing #authenticstrategies #workplacewellbeing #communitywellbeing #communitymatters #thinkeffective

💫New article alert!💫 A few weeks ago Lucy wrote a beautiful piece for PA Life Magazine on "Incorporating wellness into your events – the secret sauce to success". We've just realised we didn't tell our wonderful community (looking at you!) about it. We've had the great honour to be the well-being expert for PA Life for over 2 years. Writing articles to inform and inspire PA’s to look after themselves and look at ways to bring the importance of well-being into the workplace and within their events. Reading the article you can expect to learn about: - The power of connection - The nature to nurture method - Wellness being a long term investment - The simplest decision you'll make We'd love to hear your feedback on which part switches that light bulb on for you! Article is in the comments - make sure you don't forget to pick up their Summer 2024 issue!

Community wellbeing refers to creating a socially, economically, and culturally supportive environment, helping individuals reach their full potential. A thriving community leads to personal and collective success. 👉 Learn more about achieving community wellbeing https://bit.ly/3MKyVP4 #CommunityWellbeing #CommunitySupport #ThrivingCommunities #SocialWellness #CollectiveGrowth #Xono #innovation #management #technology #futurism #motivation #personaldevelopment #sustainability #education #productivity #law #strategy #culture #health #inspiration

The "EU Network on Wellbeing" initiatives are underway and promise a future where wellbeing is prioritized and accessible to all. Tuesday's meeting was a major highlight as T-hap, Mariaelena Romanini & Alessandro Carbone presented a comprehensive agenda for ⏳ the past, 🌟 the present and 🚀 the future of the project. 📝 A summary of the key items included; - A Position Paper on Wellbeing -- An Infusion Workshop on Wellbeing --- Widening the Network -- Assigning Roles - Future of the Wellbeing Network More to come, much more to be achieved! #wellbeing #projectmanagers #europeanprojects

Focusing on wellbeing as part of the policy-making process is becoming more popular among governments, including Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand, who want to move beyond economic prosperity as their sole objective. A new Research Brief from ANZSOG’s #TheBridge summarises research that looks at how we can do wellbeing policy better by developing a deeper understanding of what wellbeing represents and how it is measured. It outlines a four-step approach to doing wellbeing well – running through understanding your purpose, developing indicators, evaluation strategy, and reflection and innovation. #Wellbeing may be a nebulous concept, but we can do it in a systematic and intentional manner which should ultimately lead to a happier, healthier, and more prosperous community.