Mental Health Safety In The Workplace

Over the years, we have heard stories of “9:5” folks who commit suicide due to work-life balance, Prominent among these scenarios is that of 32-year-old Amarachi Ugochukwu, a marketing employee of a bank in Ikorodu. She was said to have ingested a poisonous substance in the bank’s restroom around 1:00pm, she also left behind a note stating her fraustrations. This attests to the fact that mental health is crucial for work-life imbalance and overall wellbeing.

*Work-Life Balance *
In the hushed corridors of corporate world, the silent struggle to balance work and life activities unfolds daily, unseen yet profoundly impactful. To balance work and life;

• *Prioritize tasks:Learn to differentiate between urgent and important tasks. Focus on what truly needs your immediate attention and delegate or defer less critical items.
• Set boundaries: Establish clear lines between work and personal life. This may involve sticking to designated work hours, avoiding checking work emails outside those hours, and scheduling time for relaxation and hobbies.
• Learn to say no: It’s okay to decline additional work when you’re already overloaded. Communicate assertively with your manager and explain your workload limitations.
• Embrace technology: Utilize tools and applications that enhance efficiency and communication. Consider project management software, communication platforms, and scheduling tools to streamline your workflow.
• Practice self-care: Prioritize activities that nurture your mental and physical well-being. This could include regular exercise, healthy eating habits, getting enough sleep, meditation, or spending time in nature. Flexible Work Arrangements
  On the part of the organization, flexible work arrangements should be put in place. With advancements in technology giving people the ability to access information wherever they are, there’s no longer a need for employees to work in an office to be productive, flexible arrangements, such as remote work options or flexible hours, helps to foster better mental health and work-life balance.
  Apart from the mental health part, internet use and general office expenses are significantly reduced if the employee works from home or has limited office hours.

Promote Mental Awareness
Organizations and employers can help improve mental awareness at work through:

• Create an enabling environment for change.
• Support workers with mental health conditions to participate and thrive in work.
• Foster leadership support
• Raise awareness about common mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression, and encourage employees to seek help when needed.
• Launch employee assistance programs (EAP)

*EAP With Wellness!
At Wellness HMO, we understand the significance of nurturing a mentally resilient and empowered workforce. With our professional aids, we address your workforce’s mental, emotional, and leadership development needs.
We cordially invite you to schedule a complimentary consultation with us today!