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Mental Health Matters: Voices of ChangeAmanda Cops - Mental Health Foundation AustraliaToday we share a heartfelt conversation with Amanda Cops from Mental Health Foundation Australia. Amanda’s lived experience brings depth and authenticity to her advocacy, and her leadership in coordinating peer support groups across the country is extraordinary.With lived experience of bipolar disorder, Amanda shows the power of community care. She leads 34 online peer support groups nationwide, creating safe, supportive spaces for Australians to connect, heal, and thrive.Mental Health Foundation Australia (MHFA) was founded in 1930 and is the oldest community-based mental health organisation in the country. For 94 ye...
2025-12-0843 min
Wellbeing Talk PodcastShould MHFA Be Mandatory at Work? | Sarah McIntosh Shares Her ViewShould Mental Health First Aid be mandatory in every workplace?
In this episode of Wellbeing Talk, I sat down with with Sarah McIntosh, Chief Executive of @MentalHealthFirstAidEngland (MHFA) England, about the future of workplace wellbeing, prevention, and the growing impact of MHFA across the UK.
Since 2007, MHFA England has trained more than 1.1 million people across 20,000 + organisations to build inclusive, mentally healthy cultures.
Yet only 29% of employers currently train managers to support mental health, contributing to a £212 billion annual loss in productivity a...
2025-11-2056 min
Vet Med Wellness + Leadership#095: Mental Health First Aid in Veterinary MedicineVeterinary professionals are often trained to care for everyone except themselves. But what if they had the tools to recognize and respond to mental health challenges within their own teams? Dr. Sonja Olson, DVM, C-MMT, and Susan Swendsen, MSSW, LCSW, VSW from Full Circle Lab join Crystal to explore how Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is reshaping the conversation around well-being in veterinary medicine.Susan shares how MHFA began in Australia in 2000 with founders Betty Kitchener and Anthony Jorm, grew to 29 countries, and aims to train one in every fifteen people worldwide. Introduced in the U.S...
2025-11-1827 min
Auf Messers Schneide - Medizin in DeutschlandFolge 61 - Mentale Gesundheit -mental health matters
Wir lieben Erste Hilfe und heute geht es um einen ganz speziellen Erste-Hilfe-Kurs ⛑️: nämlich Erste Hilfe für unser Mentale Gesundheit 💆.
Irgendwie ist es in voller Munde 🗣️, aber auf der anderen Seite sieht man wenige Taten👎.
Gerade in unserem Gesundheitssystem könnte man meinen, dass auf Mentale Gesundheit geachtet wird und Mitarbeitenden Unterstützung 🙋 in dem stressigen, teils belastenden Arbeitsalltag widerfährt - aber Pustekuchen 🌬️🍰. In unserer Folge 19 „Tabuthema Suizid“ haben wir bereits thematisiert, wie vulnerabel Mitarbeiter des Gesundheitssystems - gerade Ärztinnen und Ärzte - im Hinblick auf Krankheiten wie Sucht, PTBS oder Depressionen sind . In diesem Zusammenhang gewinnt auch d...
2025-10-091h 04
Educator’s CornerMental Health in Schools: How Can Leaders Support Student and Staff Wellbeing?Stress, staffing pressures, and rising student needs mean schools can’t leave mental health to chance. But how do you move from creating policies to embedding awareness across a whole team?In this episode, Kai talks to George Peterkin, a qualified teacher, accredited therapeutic counsellor, and founder of Mind Your Health. George has been delivering Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training at British School Muscat, equipping staff with practical tools, language, and culture-shaping habits that make mental health awareness part of our everyday.They discuss:What Mental Health First Aid is...
2025-09-2532 min
今晚我想來聊教練第17集：「心理健康急救」(Mental Health First Aid, MHFA)第17集：「心理健康急救」(Mental Health First Aid, MHFA) 本集介紹台灣引進的「心理健康急救」(MHFA) 課程，分享其核心行動ALGEE。學習如何接觸、不帶批判地傾聽、給予支持，並鼓勵有需要者尋求專業協助，扮演陪伴與轉介的重要角。這一集邀請了符愛鈴 Eva教練，她對心理學、幸福學(積極心理學)和藝術相關領域（尤其舞蹈療癒）相當著迷並持續深入學習。也許自己是高敏人，對他人情緒很能共感，擅長從情緒找入口，進入對方的故事場景，一起陪伴尋找卡關點，並順勢找到心嚮往之處。 以下是聆聽重點 1️⃣ 台灣引進心理健康急救的背景與急迫性高盛行率與青少年危機 台灣每五人就有一人有心理狀況，近年青少年自殺率攀升，促使引進計畫。身心狀況的早期發病 許多身心狀況發病年齡極早，這凸顯了家庭早期覺察與介入的重要性。政府的系統性應對措施 除引進MHFA外，也將「社會情緒學習」(SEL) 納入課綱以應對此狀況。 2️⃣ 以處理校園霸凌為例的實際應用覺察異常並建立信任 母親察覺孩子身體異狀，帶他到放鬆的環境，建立安心談話的氛圍。提供支持與直接介入 母親到校直接面對霸凌者，雖不認同教官處理方式，但堅定地保護孩子。家庭支持的關鍵作用 母親全程支持、未責備其懦弱，這種陪伴對當事人恢復至關重要。 3️⃣ 心理健康急救的核心行動框架「ALGEE」A (傾) 與 L (聽) 接觸當事人、評估危機，並以不帶批判的態度傾聽對方感受。G (給) 支持與資訊 提供支持，讓對方不感孤單，並給予政府免費諮商等資訊帶來希望。兩個E (鼓勵) 的行動 鼓勵尋求專業協助（如心理師），也鼓勵尋求家人朋友等其他支持。 4️⃣. 急救員的角色定位與界線4.1 角色定位：支持與陪伴 急救員的角色不是治療或判斷，而是支持與陪伴，以穩定當事人的情況。4.2 轉介的關鍵性 任務是穩定情況直到專業人員接手，如同救護員將病患送至醫院一樣。4.3 避免因角色錯位而焦慮 認知到角色僅是支持與轉介，而非治療，可避免不必要的壓力與挫折。 5️⃣ 課程帶來的個人成長與收穫5.1 建立正確觀念以消除標籤 對憂鬱症等身心狀況有更正確的認識，破除過去的錯誤印象與標籤。5.2 增進自我理解與覺察 學員會對照自身經驗，反思自己的情緒與狀況，從而對自己有更深的理解。5.3 提升教練的專業判斷力 幫助教練更清晰地判斷客戶狀況，知道何時應將個案轉介給心理諮商師。 主持人：胡燕 Ann教練 https://reurl.cc/5DV2bM 來賓：符愛鈴 Eva教練 https://reurl.cc/LnzM64 ICF Taiwan https://icftaiwan.org/ 臺灣心理健康急救 https://www.mhfa.org.tw/ Powered by Firstory Hosting
2025-09-2234 min
DCO Discourse...Episode 348: On Mental Health First AidThis week, Caitlin Plant and Sabrina Popernitsch, a registered psychotherapist and person with lived experience, discuss Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) as an important tool for increasing accessibility to mental health support and reducing stigma. They explored the key components of MHFA, including the ALGES approach and the importance of person-first care and self-care for those providing support. If you are interested in learning more about MHFA, a great starting point is with the Mental Health Commission of Canada at https://openingminds.org/?source=mhcc. To connect with support related to this episode, or for anything else going on...
2025-09-0119 min
Women of Steel with Miriam GraceNot Too Old: Passion in Action Caron KirkhamCaron Kirkham is passionate about young people and being a climate activist.She is committed to keeping fit and eating healthily. In November 2006 she cycled across Rajastan from Agra to Jaipur over 5 days.caronkirkham@mail.comCaron has many roles:Freelance Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) instructor.Associate Trainer for MHFA England and British Safety Council.https://ckmentalhealthtraining.weebly.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caron-kirkham-3b108331/****Podcasting with other MHFA InstructorsPodcasts with Heartfelt Minds
2025-07-1049 min
How I Define SuccessChoudhary_MHFAThis is the first of a few interviews with @Choudhary_MHFA where we begin to discuss mental health. Disclaimer: ***We are not doctors, psychologists, or counselors, just two people who want to open a discuss and see where it leads.If you want to hear more from Hitendra, check out these episodes.https://www.buzzsprout.com/2252623/episodes/17262111https://www.buzzsprout.com/2252623/episodes/17875303https://www.buzzsprout.com/2252623/episodes/17892837https://www.buzzsprout.com/2252623/episodes/17798172
2025-06-0303 min
The Compassionate NewsroomE30 Certified to Care: Becoming a Mental Health First Aider in Your Newsroom
Certified to Care
Becoming a Mental Health First Aider in Your NewsroomPart 3 of 3 – Mental Health First Aid SeriesHosted by Dr. Kortni Alston Lemon
In the final episode of this special three-part series, Dr. Kortni shares how Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training can transform newsrooms from the inside out. Drawing from her experience as a news director, happiness scholar, and certified MHFA Instructor, she explains how this evidence-based training equips journalists and news leaders to better recognize, respond to, and support mental health challenges within their teams.
Sh...
2025-05-2113 min
The Compassionate NewsroomE29 Demystifying Mental Health First Aid: What It Is and What It Isn’tSummary
In this second episode of our three-part series, Dr. Kortni Alston Lemon—former news director turned happiness scholar and certified Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Instructor—breaks down the heart of MHFA and why it belongs in every newsroom.
You’ll learn what MHFA is (and what it isn’t), how the ALGEE action plan works, and hear powerful examples of real newsroom situations where the training can save lives and protect mental well-being. Dr. Lemon also shares insights from groundbreaking case studies and voices of journalists directly impacted by systemic injustice and traum...
2025-05-1414 min
All Things Veterinary PodcastStandardize, not stigmatize, mental health Jimmy sits down with Heidi Hulon, DVM, CCFP, MHFA, CPPP, a Well-Being Consulting Veterinarian with Elanco Animal Health to discuss mental health and well-being in clinics, and ways to support staff and employees through challenging times.trigger warning: mention of suicideShow notes:Contact the podcast team: AllThingsVetPodcast@Pattersonvet.comSuicide Prevention Hotlines: US & Canada: 988 Learn more about NOMV https://nomv.org/Connect with Dr. Heidi Hulon https://my.elanco.com/usShop Pivetal NOMV Cohesive Wrap https://www.pattersonvet.com/Supplies/ProductFamilyDetails...
2025-05-0842 min
Reeperbahn Festival Deep Dive#07 – “Sweatjob Music Business – wie sicher ist dein Job?”Reeperbahn Festival Deep Dive
Kaum eine Berufsperspektive erscheint so schillernd und verheißungsvoll wie die Musikbranche. Die Leidenschaft für Musik zum Beruf zu machen ist für viele Menschen ein erklärtes Ziel. Auf der anderen Seite steht die Musikbranche auch für prekäre Arbeitsbedingungen, einen ganzen Lebenslauf voller unbezahlter Praktika und den Inbegriff einer fast schon toxischen Hustle Culture. In den letzten Jahren häuften sich zudem die Schlagzeilen rund um Massenentlassungen in großen Musikfirmen. Wie sicher ist also deine Berufsperspektive in der Musikbranche? Wohin steuern wir als Wirtschaftszweig zwischen Überarbeitung und drohendem Fachkräftemangel? Und: Wie k...
2025-04-241h 04
Kopfhörer - der FHMS-PodcastMental Health First Aid: Der Erste-Hilfe-Kurs für psychische GesundheitWoran denkst du, wenn du an Erste Hilfe denkst? Die meisten von und verbinden damit wohl den Kurs, den man vor seiner Führerscheinprüfung ablegen muss, damit man als Autofahrer*in im Notfall die Erstversorgung übernehmen kann und beispielsweise Wunden versorgt. Doch Erste Hilfe geht weit über körperliche Gesundheit hinaus. Sie kann auch dort ansetzen, wo es um mentale Gesundheit geht. Darum geht es in dieser Folge.
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) bezeichnet die Erste Hilfe für psychische Gesundheit. Was das bedeutet, wie man Ersthelfer*in wird und warum dieses Thema so wichtig ist, erzählt Prof. Dr. Jen...
2025-04-1000 min
Kopfhörer - der FHMS-PodcastMental Health First Aid: Der Erste-Hilfe-Kurs für psychische GesundheitWoran denkst du, wenn du an Erste Hilfe denkst? Die meisten von und verbinden damit wohl den Kurs, den man vor seiner Führerscheinprüfung ablegen muss, damit man als Autofahrer*in im Notfall die Erstversorgung übernehmen kann und beispielsweise Wunden versorgt. Doch Erste Hilfe geht weit über körperliche Gesundheit hinaus. Sie kann auch dort ansetzen, wo es um mentale Gesundheit geht. Darum geht es in dieser Folge.
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) bezeichnet die Erste Hilfe für psychische Gesundheit. Was das bedeutet, wie man Ersthelfer*in wird und warum dieses Thema so wichtig ist, erzählt Prof. Dr. Jen...
2025-04-1000 min
Le Comité F animé par Marie-Hélène Frenette-AssadÉpisode 11: les masculinités avec Sony CarpentierSony Carpentier est originaire du Témiscamingue. Il étudie les masculinités, le féminisme et la domination masculine depuis maintenant 5 ans dans le cadre d’une maîtrise en sociologie qu’il termine cet hiver. L’étude des masculinités ainsi que l’éducation à ce sujet sont devenues des missions de vie, c’est pourquoi il poursuivra au doctorat à l’automne 2025. En parallèle de son parcours académique, il est également réalisateur pigiste en télévision. Il a remporté deux Gémeaux en plus d’avoir travaillé sur plusieurs projets documentaires et jeunesse. Vous pouvez le suivre sur insta...
2025-03-2550 min
Le Comité F animé par Marie-Hélène Frenette-AssadÉpisode 10: Une place (ou plusieurs places) à table pour la diversité avec Vanessa DestinéVanessa Destiné est journaliste, chroniqueuse et militante. Dans un premier temps journaliste à Radio-Canada puis chez Québecor, elle est maintenant pigiste dans les médias, ce qui lui permet de travailler pour Radio-Canada, Noovo, ARTV et Télé-Québec (elle y sensibilise les jeunes aux fausses nouvelles sur internet).
2025-03-181h 21
Le Comité F animé par Marie-Hélène Frenette-AssadÉPISODE 9: Prévenir la violence faite aux femmes avec Audrey MonetteAudrey a rejoint le Centre canadien pour des communautés plus sûres en 2016. Elle dirige divers projets liés à la sécurité et au bien-être communautaires, notamment en enseignant des formations, en menant des recherches et en élaborant des plans de sécurité communautaire. Dotée d’une maîtrise en criminologie, elle milite en faveur d’approches non-carcérales pour mettre fin à la violence fondée sur le genre, prévenir la victimisation et améliorer les droits des victimes et des personnes incarcérées. Audrey est passionnée par les approches communautaires en matière de sécurité et de bien...
2025-03-1151 min
Betreutes FühlenErste Hilfe für die SeeleBetreutes Fühlen
Die meisten von uns können einen Druckverband anlegen und kriegen eine stabile Seitenlage hin. Doch was mache ich bei einer Panikattacke, bei Psychosen oder Depression? Wer Familienmitgliedern oder Freunden in psychischen Notfällen helfen will, weiß oft nicht, was er tun soll. Auch dafür gibt es mittlerweile Erste Hilfe Kurse. Doch taugen sie was? Was lerne ich da? Und kann ich in kritischen Situationen mehr falsch machen als es nützt? Mit “Das wird schon wieder” löst man keine tiefgreifenden Probleme, doch bei akuten Krisen helfen oft schon einige einfache Bausteine der Ersten Hilfe für p...
2025-03-041h 09
Le Comité F animé par Marie-Hélène Frenette-AssadÉPISODE 8: Survol sociologique avec Stéphanie Gaudet. Le care, la place des femmes et des jeunes en démocratie et la transmission de savoir.Stéphanie Gaudet a obtenu un doctorat (Ph.D.) en études urbaines à l’Institut national de la recherche scientifique (INRS) en 2003. Elle est professeure titulaire à l’école d’études sociologiques et anthropologiques de l’Université d’Ottawa, directrice du Centre interdisciplinaire de recherche sur la citoyenneté et les minorités (CIRCEM) et membre de l’Observatoire Jeunes. Elle dirige un projet de recherche partenariale sur les expériences d’éducation démocratique et une recherche sur les parcours d’engagements des jeunes conjointement avec l’INM. Elle travaille sur la participation sociale et politique, les parcours de vie et la méthodologie qualitative. E...
2025-02-271h 30
Le Comité F animé par Marie-Hélène Frenette-AssadÉPISODE 7: En direct du SLO avec les autrices jeunesse Catherine Trudeau, Océane Kitura Bohémier-Tootoo et Sarah Migneron,En direct du Salon du livre de l'Outaouais, on discute de littérature jeunesse avec les autrices Catherine Trudeau, Océane Kitura Bohémier-Tootoo et Sarah Migneron, Catherine Trudeau Folle Écolehttps://www.leslibraires.ca/serie/folle-ecole-209197?srsltid=AfmBOopGSp2GKX7G8aC8KmrBFni2SxDX71Ot_zPfkx10EYJCBJNHd4E6Océane Kitura Bohémier-Tootoo Trouver la maisonhttps://www.leslibraires.ca/livres/trouver-la-maison-oceane-kitura-bohemier-tootoo-9782925118589.html?srsltid=AfmBOoq-A5TZLhBrvG7mpAhhhXPTW5n6ekFD4rYVqV5oCzSsQCM7YZVtSarah Migneron Dans tous les senshttps://www.leslibraires.ca/livres/dans-tous-les-sens-sarah-migneron-9782897444853.html?srslti...
2025-02-2150 min
Le Comité F animé par Marie-Hélène Frenette-AssadÉPISODE 6: le "facteur fun" de la bouffe avec la nutritionniste Catherine LefebvreUne belle discussion sur la nourriture, la nutrition dans le plaisir, la désinformation en nutrition et les voyages avec la nutritionniste Catherine Lefebvre. Catherine Lefebvre coanime, On s’appelle et on déjeune, un balado de Radio-Canada OHdio à propos de l’alimentation. Elle collabore également au cahier Plaisirs du quotidien Le Devoir et aux émissions Pénélope et Dessine-moi un matin sur les ondes d’ICI Première. Passionnée de voyage et de culture culinaire, elle s’intéresse surtout à l’histoire qui se cache derrière l’agriculture et les plats typiques de chaque pays. Elle...
2025-02-1050 min
Le Comité F animé par Marie-Hélène Frenette-AssadÉPISODE 5: Un entretien avec la sommelière Véronique RivestDans cet épisode, MH propose un entretien avec la sommelière Véronique Rivest.www.mhfa.studiohttps://www.soifbaravin.ca/https://www.lapetitesoif.ca/
2025-01-3047 min
The Nurse Keith ShowNavigating Psychiatric Mental Health: Insights for Advanced Practice NursesOn episode 503 of The Nurse Keith Show nursing and healthcare career podcast, Keith interviews Dr. Brenda Marshall, a tenured professor, Fulbright scholar, psychiatric nurse practitioner, and the co-author of Psychiatric Mental Health Guidelines for Advanced Practice Nurses, published by Springer Publishing.In the course of their conversation, Keith and Dr. Marshall discuss the broad implications of her excellent book, including the crucial role of advanced practice nurses in understanding the complexities of 21st-century mental health in the context of a world plagued by depression, anxiety, and existential threats like climate change, a divisive political landscape, and a...
2025-01-2147 min
The Resilience PodcastHow Can Leaders Transform Mental Health from a Checklist to a Culture? | Tramaine El-AminThis episode is brought to you by the Resilience Institute Certifications and hosted by Brad Hook.
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The guest:
Tramaine El-Amin is a leader at the National Council for Mental Wellbeing, where she champions initiatives like Mental Health First Aid (MHFA). With over 20 years of experience, Tramaine is passionate about addressing mental health challenges through systemic change, education, and advocacy. Her work empowers organizations and individuals to cultivate well-being and resilience.
Learn more about MHFA and its global...
2025-01-1742 min
Healing Hearts: Parenting with Purpose-Support for Resilient Families, Support for Parents, Childhood Trauma AdvocacyIs Crisis Management Not Your Forte? Mental Health Resilience Strategies with Courtney MarxSend us a textIn this episode, Courtney Marx, Program Director of Mental Health First Aid at Alpert Jewish Family Services, tells Sophia Mills and all you valuable parents how MHFA advocates for compassionate responses to mental health challenges. Courtney explains the 5-step action plan, breaking down disgrace, and how these tools make a very large difference in moments of crisis. Join us to learn how you can support yourself and your family through the power of MHFA and Speak Up For Kids.💬Get In Touch:Send Us A Textparents@speakupforkidspbc.org
2025-01-0724 min
Le Comité F animé par Marie-Hélène Frenette-AssadÉPISODE 4: de fêtes et d'espoir pour finir 2024 (Melanie Rivet, Wassim Aboutanos, Joanne Zalera et Julie Brilland-Picard)Devant le public de la Distillerie du Square à Chelsea, on termine l'année sous le signe des fêtes et on jase d'espoir avec Melanie Rivet (Salon du livre de l'Outaouais et maison des arts littéraires), Wassim Aboutanos, Julie Brillant-Picard (Mères au front) et Joanne Zalera (Aylmer Days).
2024-12-131h 02Le Comité F animé par Marie-Hélène Frenette-AssadÉPISODE 3: La solidarité et le mentorat en culture avec Claire Duguay et Jhade MonpetitAprès une semaine difficile pour les droits des femmes, on se retrouve à la Distillerie du Square à Chelsea pour jaser d'arts, d'espoir et de colère avec deux femmes hyper importantes pour la culture en Outaouais, Claire Duguay et Jhade Montpetit. On en profite surtout pour parler de solidarité et de mentorat en culture.
2024-11-131h 06Le Comité F animé par Marie-Hélène Frenette-AssadÉPISODE 2: Les femmes en politique avec Maude Marquis-Bissonnette, Sophie Chatel et Amy ButcherEn direct de la Distillerie du Square à Chelsea, on parle de politique au féminin avec la mairesse de Gatineau, Maude Marquis-Bissonnette, la député de Pontiac-Kitigan Zibi, Sophie Chatel et la spécialiste de communications et ex stratège politique Amy Butcher.
2024-10-171h 25
Am Schreibtisch entstehen die besten Geschichten#91 Es ist ganz normal mal in Schieflage zu geraten und Hilfe zu benötigen - Irene Rah, Psychologin & MHFA InstruktorinMentale Gesundheit
Mein heutiger Gast, Irene Rah, kommt aus dem Profisport, war Tänzerin und Trainerin. Sie verrät uns weshalb nach sechszehn Jahren Schluss mit Leistungssport war und sie mit Mitte dreißig ein Psychologiestudium begann.
In der Folge geht es um emotionale Stärke, Einzigartigkeit im Tanzsport, was das mit Persönlichkeitsentwicklung für Tänzer*innen zu tun hat und wie wir es nutzen können.
Außerdem reden wir über unser Herzensthema mentale Gesundheit und das Tabu und Stigma, was häufig noch damit verbunden ist.
Wir machen die Unterschiede zwischen Coaching und psychologischer Beratung/Therapie de...
2024-10-011h 34Le Comité F animé par Marie-Hélène Frenette-AssadÉpisode 1 avec Alex Cool-Fergus, Érica Leblanc-Deschatelets et Geneviève-Audrey MercierDans ce premier épisode enregistré devant public à la Distillerie du Square à Chelsea, on parle avec 3 féministes "Badass" de s'engager pour sa communauté, d'environnement, de se lancer en politique ou pas et évidemment d'intersectionnalité.On termine ça avec une recette de scones...oui oui.
2024-09-111h 08
UBCNews - LifestyleEmpower Health Workers & Caregivers with Our New Mental Health First Aid CourseFirst Aid Pro is now offering a new Mental Health First Aid course in Adelaide and Morphett Vale. Vist First Aid Pro dot Com to find out more.
Get accredited, practical, and hands-on training to prepare participants for a wide range of emergency situations. This new offering is a response to the growing awareness and recognition of the importance of mental health in our communities.
To take full advantage of this new update and New MHFA - Mental Health First Aid courses in Adelaide, customers can visit First Aid Pro's website for full details.
The...
2024-07-0603 min
Off the top of your head podcastPride season and allyship with Chloe DaviesMHFA England Ambassador, Chloe Davies joins Simon Blake to talk about Pride, why it is still important and what allyship and advocacy mean to her.
2024-06-2417 minOff the top of your head podcastSarah McIntosh & The Launch of the Association of Mental Health First AidersPrepare to be inspired as Sarah McIntosh, a dedicated Mental Health First Aider from MHFA England, joins us on "Off the Top of Your Head" podcast.Sarah’s journey reveals the power of opening up essential conversations about mental health and the profound benefits of a holistic approach in the workplace. Gain insights on strategic planning, policy implementation, and continuous support to foster a mentally healthy work environment.This episode also marks a significant milestone with the launch of the Association of Mental Health First Aiders (AOMHFA). Discover the remarkable ways in which MHF...
2024-06-1816 minOff the top of your head podcastMental Health Awareness Week: Ben DavieFinding moments for movement doesn’t have to be going for a 5km run – it could be putting on your favourite music and dancing around the living room, doing some standing exercises while you wait for the kettle to boil, or taking a walking meeting. In our final episode of ‘Off the top of your head’ podcast for Mental Health Awareness Week, Ben Davie, fitness mindset coach, talks about how we can make movement part of our everyday lives
2024-05-1918 minOff the top of your head podcastMental Health Awareness Week: Hannah Moore & Shizana Arshad**CONTENT WARNING: Mentions depression, anxiety, and serious mental illness**“Whether the gym, riding a bike, dancing, yoga, or any kind of movement, however you are struggling with your mental health, it’s vitally important to keep moving.” Simon speaks to Hannah Moore and Shizana Arshad from Centre for Mental Health. Hannah has a long-standing history of mental health conditions and talks about the importance of getting started, finding something you love, and keeping going, even when you don’t feel like it.
2024-05-1816 minOff the top of your head podcastMental Health Awareness Week: Adah ParrisMHFA England® Chair, consultant, and keynote speaker Adah Parris talks to Simon about how she explores movement for creativity and how 'shaking it out' can inspire us no matter where we are working.
2024-05-1713 minOff the top of your head podcastMental Health Awareness Week: Polly Shute & Michael GunningMichael Gunning, former professional swimmer and Stonewall Ambassador, and Polly Shute, Co-Founder of OUTspoken Speaker Network and Out & Wild Festival, talk to Simon about encouraging movement within LGBTQIA+ communities
2024-05-1618 minOff the top of your head podcastMental Health Awareness Week: Gem TurnerBeing able to boost our mental health through movement shouldn’t be a luxury. Yet many people face barriers, with approaches to movement often being restrictive and exclusionary. In this episode of the ‘Off the top of your head’ podcast, award-winning disabled content creator and public speaker Gem Turner talks about how we must encourage people to find moments for movement which work best for them.
2024-05-1512 minOff the top of your head podcastMental Health Awareness Week: Anil Toraty**CONTENT WARNING: Mentions suicide, depression, and poor mental health**In today’s episode, Anil Toraty, Senior Director at Visa, talks to Simon about his lived experience of suicide thoughts and how running helps him look after his mental health.
2024-05-1427 minOff the top of your head podcastMental Health Awareness Week: Dr Julia JonesDr Julia Jones, neuroscientist and author, joins the 'Off the top of your head' podcast to share the neuroscience behind why movement matters to our mental health and how we can 'hack' our routines to help.
2024-05-1315 minOff the top of your head podcastMental Health Awareness Week: Mark Rowland** Content warning: Contains references to poor mental health, suicide, self harm, anxiety, and depression **Simon Blake is joined by Chief Executive of the Mental Health Foudation, Mark Rowland to discuss the upcoming Mental Health Awareness Week (13-19 May 2024) and why movement if good for our mental health.
2024-05-1018 min
BookEDWi2024: Mental Health First AidMost of us know how to help when we see someone in cardiac arrest — we start CPR, or at the very least, call 9-1-1. But too few of us might know how to respond when we see a customer having a panic attack, or if we are concerned that a co-worker shows signs of alcoholism. Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is a training program that takes the fear and hesitation out of starting conversations about mental health and substance use problems. It helps to improve understanding and provides an action plan that teaches people to safely and responsibly id...
2024-05-0149 minBookEDWi2024: Mental Health First AidMost of us know how to help when we see someone in cardiac arrest — we start CPR, or at the very least, call 9-1-1. But too few of us might know how to respond when we see a customer having a panic attack, or if we are concerned that a co-worker shows signs of alcoholism. Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is a training program that takes the fear and hesitation out of starting conversations about mental health and substance use problems. It helps to improve understanding and provides an action plan that teaches people to safely and responsibly id...
2024-05-0149 min
Frustrated And ExhaustedThe Art of The ResponsibleIn this episode of "Frustrated and Exhausted," we address the pressing issue of mental health in the workplace, prompted by recent tragic events.Despite increased awareness, work-related pressures continue to take a toll on individuals' mental well-being. For help with any of the issues raised in this show, you can speak to someone in confidence at the Samaritans on 116 123 and find their website at https://www.samaritans.org You can find more information on training as a mental health first aider in the UK from these organisations (others are also available):
2024-03-0623 min
Emotipod: Arts & EmotionsMental Health First AidWhat is MHFA? Mental Health First Aider and trainer Fabiola Doano fills in the details to host Frances Butt.Trigger warning: this episode includes some references to sexual assault.Here is a link to Fabiola's Mental Health First Aid training courses:http://www.apoyocourses.co.ukAnd her LinkedIn page:Fabiola Doano, LinkedInYou can also find out about MHFA within and beyond the UK here:https://mhfaengland.org/https://www.smhfa.com/https://mhfawales.org/https://aware-ni.org/mental-health-first-aid
2024-03-0227 min
Mental Health MondayEp 314: "Blue Monday" and job satisfaction with MHFA EnglandMick Coyle is back for 2024 with a new episode of Mental Health Monday.
Mick is joined by Simon Blake from MHFA England, to talk about the results of a new survey which looks at how people can be struggling in their workplace.
Simon walks us through the findings, and talks about the implications for workplaces and the positive steps offices, factories and organisations can take to make a difference to their staff.
The findings, and podcast, were released on so-called Blue Monday - it's not really a thing, but if it gives people permission...
2024-01-1529 min
Mind, Body, Work PodcastSpotlight on Mental Health: Addressing Stress in the WorkplaceIn this episode of the Mind, Body, Work Podcast, Joanne Swann speaks with Neil Laybourn, founder of NL Consultancy, a mental health and wellbeing organisation. Joanne also speaks with the Chief Executive of MFHA England, Simon Blake. Together they shed light on the critical issue of workplace stress and discuss strategies and insights that can pave the way for a healthier, happier work environment.TW: Suicide - this episode discusses a personal experience where he intervened in a suicide attempt.Guest 1: Neil LaybournNeil Laybourn is the founder of a mental health and...
2023-10-3133 min
Putting It TogetherThe Impact of Mental Health First AidHear from Breann Vandenberg, a Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) instructor from a rural community in Oregon who works in agriculture. Breann shares her first exposure to MHFA, her experience starting MHFA in her area, how it combats stigma and why this training is so effective.
2023-10-0923 min
The 12 Minutes of Workplace Health PodcastSimon Blake OBE: Why managers matter for mental healthIn this episode of the 12 Minutes of Workplace Health Podcast, Harry Bliss, Co-founder and CEO of Champion Health, interviews Simon Blake OBE, Chief Executive of Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) England.
Simon shares his journey from a potential educational psychologist to his work in sexual health and wellbeing, ultimately leading him to his role at MHFA England.
The conversation explores the evolving attitudes of organisations toward mental health over the past few years, with the global pandemic triggering a greater focus on mental health and wellbeing. They also discuss the popularity of MHFA training over...
2023-08-2211 min
Agents of Wellness by Nourish MelbourneMental Health First Aid with Irene AisWe are thrilled to bring Irene Ais back onto the show, this time, to discuss what might just be the most important topic of our time - Mental Health. Irene has been teaching Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) for close to a decade and this life-changing work involves softening the stigma around mental health and focusing on human to human skills of listening without judgement.This is THE conversation that will gently nudge you into having more conversations around Mental Health. You’ll learn the importance of real honest talk, as if your life depends on it, be...
2023-05-291h 06
Coping 101Coping 101: Mental Health First AidJust as CPR training prepares people without medical backgrounds to help someone who is having a heart attack, Mental Health First Aid trains people to help someone who is at risk of developing a mental health problem or who is going through a mental health crisis. In this episode we're joined by Jordann Doler, Mental Health First Aid Program Manager for Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care. Jordann shares her own mental health journey which led to her work in social services, and explains how Mental Health First Aid training can help save lives. In addition to offering free MHFA Training co...
2023-05-1124 min
The Burnt Chef JournalKris is joined by Simon Blake OBE, CEO for Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) EnglandThis week on The Burnt Chef Journal, Kris is joined by Simon Blake OBE, Chief Executive Officer for Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) England.
Kris and Simon shared a panel discussion just over a year ago and have remained in contact since.
Simon is an incredibly passionate and experienced individual, who is making fantastic changes when it comes to the subject of mental health and wellbeing, and our conversations around it.
2023-05-041h 06
Indiefilmtalk - Der Podcast über das Filmemachen | Produktion | Drehbuch | Regie#144 | Reenacting Patriarchy: Ladybitch | Mit Paula Knüpling, Marina PradosPaula Knüpling und Marina Prados berichten, wie sie als Regie-Duo in ihrem Filmprojekt Ladybitch vor und hinter der Kamera alte Strukturen aufbrechen.
Das Regie-Duo Marina Prados und Paula Knüpling sind seit dem letzten Jahr mit ihrem durchschlägigen Spielfilmdebüt LADYBITCH unterwegs. Gemeinsam haben sie an dem Drehbuch geschrieben, ihre eigenen Erfahrungen verarbeitet und während der Pandemie mit einem kleinen Team ihr Filmprojekt erfolgreich realisiert.
Ladybitches Production (Webseite): https://ladybitches.de/
Lara - Fachstelle gegen sexualisierte Gewalt an Frauen* (Webseite): https://lara-berlin.de/home
Mental Healt First Aid - Ersthelfer*in we...
2023-04-201h 27
The Wellbeing RebellionShould Workplace MHFA Be Mandated Legally? Arguing For And AgainstShould employers be legally required to offer mental health first aid training? It sounds pretty straightforward but wellbeing experts are doubtful about the effects this will have on people in the long run.Today, we’re going to discuss the pros and cons of MHFA training for a company and its employees. Highlights(03:17) Empathy!(05:51) Remove the stigma(06:14) Acceptance and understanding (10:05) Enhance staff morale (11:52) It’s okay not to be okay(25:09) The wellbeing puzzleTake the Aurora 360 Quiz: How Effective Is Y...
2023-03-3030 min
Taming the TigerEpisode 2: Simon Blake OBE - How to look after your WellbeingThis month our resident Tiger Tamers, Ross Abbott & Ellice Whyte, welcome our very first guest on to the podcast. Simon Blake OBE, joins us on Taming the Tiger (they do say go big or go home... and we definitely went big for the first ever guest). Now, an introduction is in order for our guest...Simon Blake OBE joined MHFA England as Chief Executive in October 2018, leading the social enterprise to achieve its vision of normalising society’s attitudes and behaviours around mental health, through training one in ten of the population. He has been ins...
2023-03-0346 min
The STA Clinician PodcastSTA136: ’Focus on Mental Health & Learning Disability’ Part 1 with guest James ChapmanEp.136 of the Sports Therapy Association Podcast, we start this month's focus on 'Mental Health & Learning Disability', looking at how as soft tissue therapists we can play a part in the healthcare of patients & clients with mental health issues and / or learning disabilities, as well as keeping an eye on our own mental health.
This Month's Guests:
IN THIS EP.136 - James Chapman of AllAboutTheMind.com, an instructor for MHFA (Mental Health First Aid)
Ep.137 (live recording date Feb 21st) - Alistair Beverley of TheLDPhysio.com, promoting & improving healthcare services for those with learning and l...
2023-02-161h 07
Oxfordshire Teacher TrainingEpisode 35 Mental Health First Aid with Matt Barnard and Donna BrunstromIn this episode of the Oxfordshire Teacher Training podcast, Matthew Coatsworth explores Mental Health First Aid with Matt Barnard and Donna Brunstrom. Listeners will hear why it is such an important strand of continuing professional development for teachers at the moment, as well as gaining an overview of what will be covered in Mental Health First Aid training.For current Oxfordshire Teacher Training Associate Teachers:Youth Mental Health First Aid Thursday 2 March 5-7pm onlineYoung person case studies/stigma and language/stress container/frame of referenceFriday 3 March 5-7pm...
2022-12-0215 min
How Ya Doing Bay County?Life Management Center of Northwest FL - Mental Health First AidKristina Williams from the Life Management Center of NWFL joins us to share about the Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training program offered by the center. Listen as Kristina shares about this evidence-based training program and the ALGEE process (Assess, Listen, Encourage Professional Help, Encourage Self-Help). If you are interested in being trained in MHFA, contact Kristina to join a class. To contact Kristina, please email kwilliams@lmccares.orgor call (850) 522-4485 ext. 1107If you or someone you know is experiencing a crisis, please call the National Lifeline at 988.
2022-10-2735 min
Bitesize NutritionE37 - Mental health with MHFA England Chief Executive Simon Blake1. How to find the stress "sweet spot" 2. How to manage our own mental health at work. 3. How to help a colleague struggling 4. What can organisations do to create a more supportive environment 5. ‘Reasonable’ workplace adjustments Links for further support: www.mhfaengland.org www.mhfaengland.org/startwell https://mhfaengland.org/mhfa-centre/campaigns/my-whole-self-2022/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin/in/simonblake/ Twitter: @MHFAEngland Instagram: @mhfaengland FB: @MHFAEngland Bio Simon joined MHFA England as Chief Executive in Oct...
2022-05-0927 min
The Mental ElfEating Disorders: All Together Now PanelAll Together Now Panel - Eating Disorders as a specialisation or generalist responsibility.With Deborah Mitchison, Laura Hart, AJ Williams-Tchen, Tracey Wade & Phillippa Hay.This plenary will provide an update on eating disorders epidemiology and burden, and an examination of the historical deprioritisation of these illnesses in mental health treatment, research and funding. A panel of four speakers and a Chair will take questions from the audience with the aim to discuss how eating disorders can be integrated into the field of mental health and become everybody’s responsibility.Deb Mitchison is an NHMRC Early Career Research Fellow at the Tr...
2022-03-2325 min
The 12 Minutes of Workplace Health PodcastHarry Corin: A frank discussion on Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)Harry Corin lost his father to suicide when he was 12. Now, 13 years on, he openly reflects on his story by delivering mental health training and public speaking alongside global brands like Mars and Lucky Saint. Harry is also a Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Instructor. Today, we're going discover where mental health training should sit within an organisation. Welcome to the show, Harry.
2022-03-0412 min
The 12 Minutes of Workplace Health PodcastHarry Corin: A frank discussion on Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)Harry Corin lost his father to suicide when he was 12. Now, 13 years on, he openly reflects on his story by delivering mental health training and public speaking alongside global brands like Mars and Lucky Saint. Harry is also a Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Instructor. Today, we're going discover where mental health training should sit within an organisation. Welcome to the show, Harry.
2022-03-0313 min
Public Health Careers089: Educating Employees and Women About The Importance of Living a Healthy Lifestyle with Kendra Julien, MPH, MHFA, CCWSKendra Julien, MPH, MHFA, CCWS currently works as a program coordinator at Rutgers University Center for Public Health Workforce Development. She is a a results driven public health professional with 9 years of experience in presenting, coordinating organizational or community health promotion programs. Her goal is to inspire and help people live a healthy, meaningful life through health education programs focused on mental health, stress management, and self-care to ensure they live their best lives. She got her Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology at Montclair State University. Later she went on to get her Masters of Public Health at Montclair St...
2022-02-011h 13
Fernwood ShineRESHARE Mental Health First Aid: Life-changing conversationsTrigger warning: This podcast discusses suicide and themes related to suicide and mental health.If someone is experiencing a mental health crisis, and you’re waiting for professional help to arrive or the situation to resolve, there are a few key steps you can take to support that person and help them feel a little more comfortable in the interim – it’s called Mental Health First Aid and it’s saving lives around the world.Our regular podcast hosts have leant their chairs and microphones to Fernwood Fitness Wellness, Training & Development Manager and Accredited MHFA Instructor Emma Rob...
2022-01-3146 min
Speak Out Loud: Stories of StrengthCommunity and Personal RecoverySue Hamlet has been working in various capacities within the community sector on the Southern Downs since 2015. She is an accredited ASIST Suicide Prevention Trainer and is currently balancing her time between creating art and facilitating artistic/therapeutic workshops through her practice Sue Hamlet Creative. Sue was involved in the initial community recovery response to the bushfires in 2019. Listen to the podcast conversation to hear Sue explain:some of the impacts she noticed the bushfires had on the people of the Southern Downs regionadditional stresses that have impacted peoplethe strengths of the people who live and w...
2021-07-0434 min
Black Girls Raised In the SouthBeyond May Your Mental Health MattersIn today's episode, Tafeni English, the host shares insight on the importance of prioritizing our mental health and well-being. There are resources and support available for you. Therapy for Black Girls- is an online space dedicated to encouraging the mental wellness of Black women and girls. No More Martyrs- No More Martyrs is a mental health awareness campaign committed to building a community of support for Black women with mental health concerns. https://www.healthline.com/health/power-in-video-series#3 https://time.com/6046773/black-teenage-girls-suicidehttps://reckonsouth.com/therapy-for-your-budgethttps://www.mytherapycards.com/?r_done=1 The Suicide Prevention Lifeline -- 1-800-273-8255The Anx...
2021-05-2831 min
Conscious Conversations1. Mental Health First AidDiscussions around mental health are becoming more common these days. Let's learn how to have encouraging & helpful conversations that promote safety & validation to those around us who may be struggling with their mental health.Resources and contact information for Mental Health First Aid Podcast: Visit: mentalhealthfirstaid.org to learn more about this nationally recognized program. Over 2.5 million American have been trained in this potentially life-saving course.If you’d like to schedule a training session email Maddie at: MHFA@diversushealth.org Send your MHFA questions to: MHFA@diversushealth.org
2021-05-2417 min
Man MarkingMan Marking - Episode 48 - Simon BlakeEpisode 48
We don’t need to have the answers, in order to be willing to have the conversation.
Mental Health First Aid England's objective is to have 1 in 10 people trained in mental health first aid skills. To date, their figures have them at 1 in 70. The pandemic has brought the importance of wellbeing in the workplace, and mental health in general, to the fore.
In 2018, Simon Blake was hired as the CEO of MHFA England. Upon his appointment, MHFA stated:
"Simon has dedicated his career to working with young people and has a l...
2021-02-222h 07
Grounded UNSWWhat is MHFA?Have you ever wondered what Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is? In this episode, Sarah and Bassmah (who have completed MHFA training) speak to Roisin Trainor, the Health Promotion Coordinator at UNSW and a registered MHFA instructor.
Roisin breaks down what MHFA training involves and its importance in a university context. We give you a sneak peek into the content and skills you will learn as well as how you can sign up (for free!). Other than this, great tips and advice were shared about how we can approach, help and guide people around us who...
2021-02-2139 min
Jung und FreudlosMHFAWenn man erste Hilfe ganz ohne Herzdruckmassage anwenden kann
Die MHFA-Website:
https://www.mhfa-ersthelfer.de/de/
Unsere Gäst_innen:
https://www.mhfa-ersthelfer.de/de/uber-uns/mhfa-ersthelfer-team/
Über MHFA im Allgemeinen:
https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mental_Health_First_Aid
2020-10-0832 min
Fernwood ShineMental Health First Aid: Life-changing conversationsTrigger warning: This podcast discusses suicide and themes related to suicide and mental health.If someone is experiencing a mental health crisis, and you’re waiting for professional help to arrive or the situation to resolve, there are a few key steps you can take to support that person and help them feel a little more comfortable in the interim – it’s called Mental Health First Aid and it’s saving lives around the world.Our regular podcast hosts have leant their chairs and microphones to Fernwood Fitness Wellness, Training & Development Manager and Accredited MHFA Instructor Emma Rob...
2020-09-0746 min
The Research Behind Lift the Lidteen Mental Health First Aid (MHFA): Dr Laura Hart & Dr Claire Kelly (Episode 18)On episode 18 of the Research Behind Lift the Lid, we talk to Dr Laura Hart and Dr Claire Kelly, the brains behind the teen Mental Health First Aid program. This program has already had such a positive impact on teenagers across the world, and has even caught the interest of singer Lady Gaga.
More about the program here: https://mhfa.com.au/courses/public/types/teen
Donate to more important mental health research like Laura's and Claire's here: https://australianrotaryhealth.org.au/support-us/quick-donation-form/
#Liftthelidonmentalillness
2020-09-0426 min
Innovation CityBuilding Better Housing Security In Miami with Annie Lord"I imagine a place where, if you are working, it's not unreasonable to expect that if you have family you could buy a house to build wealth. We have to have ways to improve ourselves." – Annie Lord Today's guest is Annie Lord, Executive Director of Miami Homes For All. Miami Homes For All has worked to end and prevent homelessness in Miami-Dade County since 1985. They believe that everyone in Miami deserves to lead a dignified, healthy, and vibrant life. Born and raised in Miami, Annie has over 15 years of experience in community development. Before joining MHF...
2020-08-1120 min
Keeping it BusinessDark Times, Seeing The Light, Shining Star!“It is probably the most open, raw and honest I have ever been about myself and my personal journey with mental health, into the professional path I am privileged to lead today.” - Amelia Thorpe
Drink, Mental Health, Dark Times
Seeing the Light
The Disempowering Nature of Poor Mental Health
Yoga, Counselling and Personal Development
Shining Star!
I will say no more than it was a privilege to have Amelia as my guest.
Amelia Thorpe and Wellbeing 360
I am a qualified Counsellor, Wellbeing Therapist, Yoga Teacher and an Instructor with MHFA England delivering thei...
2020-07-201h 03
Careers & Mental Health ConversationsOnline Mental Health First Aid Explained - How Is It Run & What To Expect?Our Principal Master Mental Health Trainer, Tina Winchester, joins Pat to discuss everything you need to know about the new 100% online MHFA Course.Tina explains how the new online course is structured and run, why has it been introduced, what attendees can expect & what software or devices are required?Tina will also talk about any challenges she has noted in presenting the new course whilst outlining the benefits to learning MHFA online.If you have a question about the new Online Mental Health First Aid course, this is the podcast episode for you.For more...
2020-06-0321 min
Let's Talk Small BusinessMENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID TRAINING: Talking with Jude Price about Mental HealthTalking Mental Health First Aid Training with Jude Price from Cognizant Mental Health Training in Hampshire.
Jude's profile on her Linked In page says:
There is no health without mental health. From learning to deal with stress, to understanding more complex mental health issues Cognizant courses can help you make a difference to mental health at work.
A business that embraces mental health and plays a positive role in helping your team to be their best selves will be rewarded with a workplace that is more engaged, translating to higher...
2020-05-2712 min
Off the top of your head podcastEp 14: Linda AielloThis series we're looking look at a new campaign by MHFA England; My Whole Self. To create mentally healthy workplaces, people need to feel safe to be their ‘whole self’ at work. So how can we create workforces, wherever that may be, where everyone has the freedom to do this? To find out, Simon has gathered leaders from across the worlds of business, sport, and more...Our final guest of the series is Linda Aiello, Executive Vice President, Employee Success Business Partner at Salesforce. Tech giant Salesforce has regularly appeared in inte...
2020-04-2347 min
Off the top of your head podcastEp 13: Karl RobinsonThis series we're looking look at a new campaign by MHFA England; My Whole Self. To create mentally healthy workplaces, people need to feel safe to be their ‘whole self’ at work. So how can we create workforces, wherever that may be, where everyone has the freedom to do this? To find out, Simon has gathered leaders from across the worlds of business, sport, and more...Our special guest this week is Manager of Oxford United F.C. Karl Robinson. In 2010, Karl became the youngest manager in the Football League aged just 29. After ten...
2020-04-1549 min
Off the top of your head podcastEp 12: Mike CherrySimon Blake OBE returns for a second series of Just About Coping.This series we're looking look at a new campaign by MHFA England; My Whole Self. To create mentally healthy workplaces, people need to feel safe to be their ‘whole self’ at work. So how can we create workforces, wherever that may be, where everyone has the freedom to do this? To find out, Simon has gathered leaders from across the worlds of business, sport, and more...This week's guest is Mike Cherry OBE, who is Chairman of the Federation of S...
2020-04-0831 min
Off the top of your head podcastEp 11: Adah ParrisSimon Blake OBE returns for a second series of Just About Coping.This series we're looking look at a new campaign by MHFA England; My Whole Self. To create mentally healthy workplaces, people need to feel safe to be their ‘whole self’ at work. So how can we create workforces, wherever that may be, where everyone has the freedom to do this? To find out, Simon has gathered leaders from across the worlds of business, sport, and more...This week's guest is workplace culture strategist Adah Parris. Adah describes herself as a fu...
2020-04-0145 min
Off the top of your head podcastEp 10: Nat KilsbySimon Blake OBE returns for a second series of Just About Coping.This series we're looking look at a new campaign by MHFA England; My Whole Self. To create mentally healthy workplaces, people need to feel safe to be their ‘whole self’ at work. So how can we create workforces, wherever that may be, where everyone has the freedom to do this? To find out, Simon has gathered leaders from across the worlds of business, sport, and more...Today we hear from Nat Kilsby, a Managing Director at Goldman Sach...
2020-03-2536 min
Off the top of your head podcastEp 9: Dara NasrSimon Blake OBE returns for a second series of Just About Coping. This series we're looking look at a new campaign by MHFA England; My Whole Self. To create mentally healthy workplaces, people need to feel safe to be their ‘whole self’ at work. So how can we create workforces, wherever that may be, where everyone has the freedom to do this? To find out, Simon has gathered leaders from across the worlds of business, sport, and more...Our first guest is Dara Nasr. Dara is the Managing Director of Twitter UK...
2020-03-1835 min
Off the top of your head podcastSeries Two trailer: My Whole SelfSimon Blake OBE returns for a second series of Just About Coping with more discussion of self-care, workplace wellbeing, and the future of mental health.This series will look at a new campaign by MHFA England; My Whole Self. To create mentally healthy workplaces, people need to feel safe to be their ‘whole self’ at work. When people can be their whole self, they are empowered to think bigger, bolder, and work more effectively together, whether in person or virtually.So how can we create workplaces where everyone has the freedom to do this...
2020-03-1602 min
The Black Country BlokesHow to stop male suicide with Mental Health First #31Every day, 18 people commit suicide & sadly 12 of these are men.Mental health is a non for profit organisation that is committed to increasing the mental health awareness within our community.WHO ARE MENTAL HEALTH FIRSTMental health first training was set up as a company that provides accessible and affordable training to everyone not just companies that have big training budgets.The company consists of two main trainers that have been delivering Mental health training within the construction industry with great feedback and success for...
2020-03-161h 11
Off the top of your head podcastEp 8: Phyll Opoku-GyimahFor the final episode of the series Simon caught up with long-time friend, activist, writer and the 'Queen of Kindness' Phyll Opoku-Gyimah.Phyll, who you may know as Lady Phyll, is the Co-Founder and Director of UK Black Pride, and currently the Executive Director of the Kaleidoscope Trust, an international charity working to uphold and advance human rights for LGBT+ people. Before that, Phyll spent years working for trade unions fighting for equality in the workplace and beyond.Phyll and Simon had an honest and emotional chat about:The power of kindness and how...
2019-12-1052 min
Off the top of your head podcastEp 7: Tony PiperTony Piper is a stress, burnout and leadership coach. After 27 years in the IT profession, Tony shared with Simon his expertise on stress in the workplace, why it happens, and looked at this year's WHO definition of burnout as an 'occupational phenomenon'.Simon and Tony touched on:What burnout physically looks like, and how to spot it in yourselfThe importance of line managers in preventing burnoutWhy Chief Executives are not superheroes and the power of vulnerable leadershipTony only shared his top tips on the best ways to properly switch off and some of his...
2019-12-0331 min
Off the top of your head podcastEp 6: Poppy JamanSimon had the pleasure of sitting down with international mental health campaigner and pioneer Poppy Jaman OBE.Poppy is the CEO of the City Mental Health Alliance (CMHA), a membership organisation that works with large city firms to transform their workplaces into mentally healthy environments. She also just happens to be a former CEO and Co-Founder of Mental Health First Aid England!Poppy talked Simon through:Her journey into the mental health sector The birth of MHFA as a concept and bringing the programme to EnglandThe challenges she faced growing a company as a B...
2019-11-2634 min