Our 2024 opening session focusses on mental wellbeing. We discuss the critical issues rail workers face in these uncertain times. Life post-covid seems to be relentless. The cost-of living-crisis has taken hold, and we’re constantly facing challenges at work, whether that be budgets, safety or job security. Our discussion focuses on strategies to foster mental resilience, provide robust support systems, and create a healthier work environment.
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How to support a colleague in grief
Death and grief: two topics often met with uncomfortable silence. A survey by the Dying Matters Coalition found that a staggering 83% of people in Britain feel uneasy discussing dying and death. However, this silence can be isolating for those experiencing loss. So, what can you do? How can you reach out and support a grieving colleague without feeling awkward or resorting to cliches?
Dr Erin Hope-Thompson, The Loss Foundation, equips you with the tools to navigate these difficult conversations.
Practical tips for managing anxiety
Dr Aaron Balick, a psychotherapist with extensive experience, shares practical tips on managing anxiety. This informative video covers a range of key themes, including symptoms, realisation, breathing techniques, calming yourself, helping others, and different treatments available.
Living in the present
Gelong Thubten is a Buddhist monk and author of Handbook for hard times, A monk’s guide to happiness and co-author of How to be human. In this session, he shares how to optimise mental performance through the mindfulness practice of being in the moment. The session explores stress reduction, mental focus and emotional resilience, and provides tools for integrating ‘micro-moments’ of mindfulness into a busy working life.