Looking after your mental health at work - with Melanie Pritchard

Questions? Comments? Episode suggestions? Send us a text message!#122 - Success coach and corporate wellbeing trainer Melanie Pritchard explains how to look after your mental health at work, the warning signs to look out for, and how you can ask for help.What you'll learn[1:54] How Melanie helps people who aren't happy in their jobs.[2:39] Why Melanie moved from working in law to starting her own coaching firm.[3:48] Why mental health is now at the forefront of most corporate agendas.[5:03] The hidden costs associated with unsupported mental health.[5:49] The spectrum of mental health and what “mental health” really means.[7:17] How to build awareness of mental illness within yourself and others.[11:49] The power of sharing and when to ask for help with your mental health.[16:23] How mental health hotlines work and how confidential they are.[18:09] The benefits and catharsis of journaling.[19:30] What to do if you are concerned about your mental health.[21:42] How to approach conversations with your employer about mental health.[25:42] How the pandemic has normalised the conversation around mental health.[27:35] The positive effect sharing your story can have on others.[29:35] How recovery differs from person to person.[32:23] How to stay mentally healthy and the importance of being clear on your values.Resources mentioned in this episode (some of these are affiliate links and we may get a commission in the event that you make a purchase - this helps us to cover our expenses and is at no additional cost to you):SamaritansBetterHelpRelateHealth and Safety at Work ActEquality ActYouTubeMindTwo exercises to help you find career happinessFor the show notes for this episode, including a full transcript and links to all the resources mentioned, visit:https://changeworklife.com/looking-after-your-mental-health-at-work/Re-assessing your career?  Know you need a change but don't really know where to start?  Check out these two exercises to start the journey of working out what career is right for you!Take me to the exercises!Also, make sure to join the Change Work Life Facebook group and check out the ways you can support the podcast on the Change Work Life Support page.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.