In the relentless whirlwind of modern life, the importance of self-care often takes a back seat. Yet, it is a vital practice that can not only preserve your mental wellbeing but also save your life. The understanding and consistent practice of self-care form the foundation of a healthy, balanced existence.

Successfully navigating the challenges of running a startup demands a collective effort. As a tight-knit team, you’ll often lean on one another for support to manage the inevitable ups and downs. But this pressure can take its toll on wellbeing.

If you’re yet to hear about the Lazy Girl Job trend, then perhaps you’ve been working too much and not spending enough down time scrolling the internet. This new movement has gained popularity quickly and for good reason.

Tips from workplace psychologist, Dr Lynda Folan, Managing Director at Inspired Development

Talking about your mental health with your boss can be a difficult conversation to have, but it can be worth the effort if you’re struggling with your wellbeing.

As a founder, there are various hurdles you will go through, but that doesn’t mean you need to overcome them on your own. There is help out help there to elevate your business and point you in the right direction. Business mentors come in different forms but recruiting one that suits your business needs and personality can greatly enhance you as a founder and make your business, stand out. Here are the six signs you need a business mentor to lead you to success.

Amelia Sordell, Founder of Klowt, the personal branding agency, and Hustle Awards judge, started her business in a small corner of her bedroom in the middle of a pandemic. Now, the business is getting ready to move into its fourth office in less than three years with a plan to reach £20 million in revenue by year seven.

thymia, a healthtech startup building gamified AI tools to revolutionise how we assess and monitor mental health, has announced a $2.7 million seed round to expand the reach and capabilities of its pioneering technology.

I am Iona, a Highly Qualified Psychology Expert, Author and International Master Breakthrough Coach, helping entrepreneurs and business leaders to break out of the box of conformity and to live a life of passion, purpose and prosperity.

Envy is a common emotion that can be triggered by a variety of factors, such as seeing someone else with something we want, feeling like we’re not good enough, or are not given the same opportunities for different reasons or being reminded of our own shortcomings. While envy can be a fleeting emotion, it can also become a more persistent problem that can negatively impact our self-esteem and well-being.

Many of the best, most innovative, disruptive, creative, successful companies are founded and run by people who are really good at what they do. People who have spent a long time honing their craft and becoming the ‘expert’ in their field.

Your personal wellbeing should be one of your highest priorities in life, although in the UK, the percentage of adults in the UK that reported very high levels of life satisfaction has decreased over the last year, according to the Office for National Statistics.

Employers are not providing the health and wellbeing support they themselves believe their employees want and need, according to new research from Towergate Health & Protection. The research took place among UK companies of all sizes and all industries across the UK. Directed at the employers, it asked what health and wellbeing support they thought was most important to their staff, and what they actually provide.

Every year, an estimated 12 billion working days are lost across the globe as a result of depression and anxiety. Not only does this bring a deep mental cost to those suffering, but it has a direct knock-on effect on businesses to the tune of $1 trillion in lost productivity.

Do you allow flow in your working day and take time away from the screen to connect with nature?

Over 60% of Americans wake up feeling fatigued and sluggish every morning. While there are many things responsible for this, one cause that rarely gets recognised – or addressed – is mental clutter.

Starting a business is tough, growing it and scaling it even tougher.

So how can smart time management help you and your business grow?

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Being part of the LGBTQIA+ community, I know first-hand the unique pressures and challenges that being LGBTQIA+ in the workplace can bring. This is why I am now so dedicated to creating psychologically safe workplaces.

While the relationship between wellbeing and performance of employees is often discussed, the mental health of leaders can quickly take a back seat in the face of challenging times. 

In today's fast-paced and ever-changing business landscape, startups are increasingly turning towards the transformative power of flexible work solutions as a fundamental driver for growth and success. As the founder of a virtual assistance agency that values flexibility as core to our model, I've personally experienced the benefits of embracing flexibility in the workplace.