Ep 48 - Mental Health First Aid

Everyone has mental health but not everyone feels comfortable talking about it, especially in the workplace. Danielle Bridge, founder and CEO of ABC Life Support CIC, is opening up the conversation on this week’s podcast. We discussed: What mental health first aid is and why it’s important Practical ways leaders can recognise and support mental health in the workplace How leaders can set boundaries when supporting their teams The rise of burnout and its impact on mental health How you can get help if you’re struggling mentally and emotionally Although many workplaces have programmes in place to support the health of their employees, they aren’t being used by many and there’s still a stigma attached to mental health issues. In fact, 90% of people who are off of work for mental health challenges cite a different reason. After listening to this episode, I encourage you to look at what support is available in your organisation and open up the conversation with your team. Take a few of Danielle’s ideas for supporting others and creating a safe space for mental health in your workplace.  If you’re struggling with your mental health right now, please know that there’s help available. You can visit the Mind website for information, advice and access to support. https://www.mind.org.uk/ If you’re interested in taking Mental Health First Aid training or arranging it for your organisation, please visit: ABC Life Support CIC: https://www.abclifesupport.co.uk/ MHFA England: https://mhfaengland.org/   MORE ABOUT DANIELLE Danielle is the founder and CEO of ABC Life Support CIC, a First Aid Training organisation delivering physical and mental health first aid training to organisations and individuals across the UK. Her vision is to make first aid training, both physical and mental health, a basic human right for everybody. She has been running the company for over 10 years and in that time has helped organisations understand their mandatory requirements, empowered them to start conversations and helped them implement systems that support people in the workplace. Danielle is an Associate Mental Health First Aid England instructor, Wellbeing and Mental Health instructor for British Safety Council and chairs the Cambridge Mental Health Network. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellebridge/ Website: https://www.daniellebridge.co.uk/   INFLUENCE & IMPACT   Find out more about my 12 month group training and coaching programme for female leaders who want to become brilliant at influencing, tackle self-doubt and make more impact at work. Don’t miss out, enrolment closes 21 May.    https://www.carlamillertraining.com/influence-impact-apr-21      FOLLOW ME ON:     LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlamiller1/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisiscarlamiller//      HOW CAN I SUPPORT THE PODCAST?    Subscribe   Share this episode with a friend   Leave a review      I would love to hear you feedback on this week’s podcast. Please leave a review or come say hello on social!     Thank you for listening, see you next week!