Mental health can greatly define how we perceive our surroundings. It also drives how we navigate our lives, the things that we do, and the emotions we feel. Ample research suggests that feeling of contentment can do wonders for our mental health. But there is no denying that mental health is as real and deserving of care as physical health. Because, more often than not, mental health issues can stem from underlying physical ailments or distress that go under the radar. It can also be rooted in complex psychological factors like feelings of unfulfillment or lack of purpose, as well as personal, social, and circumstantial struggles that are difficult to quantify. 

Addressing Mental Well-being at Workplaces

Mental health can have deep implications on our professional lives too, where a positive outlook with inner drive helps one flourish in their field while poor mental health presents invisible barriers to progress. To address the delicate issue of mental health and foster employee well-being, Riseup Labs’ People and Culture team organized the Mental Health and Wellness Session with Sumaia Azmi, Lead Counselor, and Life Coach – Nirvana Wellness. Ms. Azmi, a Life Coach certified counselor, believes in a holistic approach to Wellness Coaching. Driven by deep care for her patients and her desire to add value to people’s lives, Azmi helps individuals, groups, and organizations overcome the roadblocks to wellness and progress. 

The in-office session allowed the addressing and discussion of many mental health challenges that professionals commonly face. After all healthy interactions are the cornerstone to workplace success, but at times, they can be challenging to maintain. Many other challenges common to professionals include procrastination, fear of failure, work stress, feelings of inadequacy, personal and family challenges, and more. Without going in-depth for each case, the session did a fantastic job of laying out some foundational principles and roadmaps to effectively overcome and navigate mental health hurdles. These strategies can be effective in an individual as well as in an organizational setting, ensuring employee well-being.

Shining a Spotlight on Mental Health: Riseup Labs Hosts Session on Wellness Strategies With a Leading Counselor In-house session

Key Takeaways

Wellness is not disconnected from one’s professional endeavors, nor does it discriminate. This is why, a holistic approach to physical, mental, and emotional well-being is the key to thriving and personal and professional spheres. No matter how heavy the external forces weigh us down, the steps to changing and making a difference lie in us. There is always a new day. These were among the inspirational takeaways from the empowering and thought-provoking session by Ms Azmi. 

Riseup Labs understands the significance of mental health and deeply values employee well-being. The organization promotes a workplace culture of respect, harmony, and growth, encouraging professional development and celebrating personal successes. Team-building activities and light-hearted get-togethers complement serious and important mental health and wellness matters, creating a holistic approach to growing and thriving. The session ended on a positive note with everyone taking home new insights to achieve a better version of themselves and start another day with renewed zeal.

This page was last edited on 31 October 2024, at 12:08 pm