Wellbeing Wednesdays are a chance to kick-start your wellbeing journey.
Join the livestream every first Wednesday of the month and hear from wellbeing experts and rail industry professionals. Or watch the bite sized content with your team and have a chat about it afterwards, maybe over a cuppa?
Each month will be full of insightful and practical advice, covering all aspects of health and wellbeing including sleep, diet, exercise, stress and money worries. Whether you’re a healthy life enthusiast or a complete newbie, there’ll be something to learn and plenty of practical advice to get your wellbeing journey started.
Upcoming Wellbeing Wednesdays
Understanding ADHD
Time 11:00 - 11:40
Explore the complexities of diagnosing and managing ADHD in adults. We'll discuss common symptoms, the hurdles involved in assessments and diagnosis, and effective coping strategies. You’ll will gain insights into how ADHD impacts daily functioning and learn practical tools to help overcome challenges and enhance wellbeing. Whether you're personally affected by ADHD or supporting someone who is, this session offers practical guidance and empowerment for navigating life with ADHD.
Managing conflict positively
Time 11:00 - 11:40
Thyroid health
Time 11:00 - 11:40
Discover the essentials of thyroid health in this session, featuring a leading expert in the field. Learn about the thyroid's crucial role in regulating metabolism and energy, recognise common disorders and their symptoms, and explore proactive lifestyle choices to maintain optimal thyroid function. Join us for this informative session to enhance your wellbeing through better understanding of thyroid health.
Previous Wellbeing Wednesdays
Smart snacking
Snacking seems so simple. If you’re hungry, eat! And let’s be honest, we all snack. But do we all snack smart? With a bit of planning and attention to some basic knowledge, you can be a much smarter snacker. In this session, our guest speaker, Lucy Kerrison, discusses strategies for smart snacking which will help supply you with all the daily fibre and nutrients you need, stopping the post-snack guilty feeling.
Harnessing the power of introverts
When you hear the word introvert, you might think of someone who's shy or quiet and prefers to be alone. While that may be true for some introverts, there's so much more to this personality type. Join Emma Taggart, a Career Coach for introverts, as we discuss the personality traits of introverts, different types of introverts and the benefits of being an introvert.
Men’s mental health
This Men’s Health Week our panelists delve into the meaningful issues that matter to men. Our guests fearlessly address a range of topics, including work challenges, relationships, family pressures, addiction, and financial security. Discover valuable insights and practical advice to help navigate the complexities of modern life.
Supporting the mental health of railway workers
During this insightful session, we dive into the findings from an industry-wide survey on mental health, providing unique insights into the current landscape. Our panel of industry leaders share their perspectives and discuss ways we can improve wellbeing across rail.
Taming anxiety
If you or someone you know struggles with anxiety this session will provide tips and tools that can be used to manage anxiety. Psychotherapist, Dr Aaron Balick covers everything from the difference between feeling anxious and having anxiety, to common anxiety disorders and how Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) can help.
Eat green and feel well
If you've always wanted to try eating like a vegetarian or vegan but didn't know where to start, this session is for you! Nutritionist and author Rhiannon Lambert shares her tips on how to start your own vegan or vegetarian diet, the varied diet options available to those who choose these lifestyles, and how this impacts exercise and training.