Mental Health at Work | Wellness Tips | Venture X UK and Ireland

The first few months of the year can be a bit cold and lonely. After the crazy busy December month, it is good to recharge. Whether that’s at home or at work, there are plenty of Wellness Tips you can apply for your mental health. Our mini guide will give you a summary of tips and tricks.

Working on your Mental Health at Work

Work is where you spend most of your time. So it makes sense to improve your mental health in the workspace. Whether you’re working from home or in the office, making time for yourself with these wellness tips is always a good idea.

To practise wellness at work, it’s important to prioritise self-care activities. We believe prioritising yourself is the key for mental health. We tend to not put ourselves first and that can make life a bit overwhelming sometimes. So ask yourself, when was the last time you thought about your mental health?

It is all about making lifestyle choices that suit you. This can include taking breaks throughout the day to stretch, move, or meditate, and eating nutritious meals.

Setting boundaries and practising self-care is key. Make yourself a priority and you’ll notice your work performance goes up too.

Don’t forget about your physical health though. Physical health is just as important as mental health, and it’s crucial to take care of both in and outside the workplace.

Tips for Mental Health and Wellness at Work

Mini Wellness Guide

Our Mini Guide for integrating wellness at work and increasing your well-being.

1. Practice Self-Care

Self-care is an essential aspect of maintaining good mental health. It involves taking the time to do things that bring you joy, reduce stress, and recharge your batteries. Some simple self-care activities include reading a book, taking a walk or meditating. Even if it’s just for a few minutes each day.

2. Establish Boundaries

Mental health at work starts with establishing clear boundaries between your work and personal life. This includes not checking your work email outside of work hours (we know it’s hard!) and not answering work calls or messages when you’re off. By setting these boundaries, you can avoid work-related stress from spilling into your personal life. Balance is key, as they say.

3. Connect with Others

Even though many of us enjoy working from home, human connection is important for your mental health. This could mean connecting with colleagues, friends, and family, whether it’s through lunch breaks, after-work activities, or events. Building strong relationships with others can help you feel supported and reduce stress.

4. Exercise Regularly

Exercise has been shown to have a positive impact on mental health. It can reduce stress, improve your mood, and increase energy levels. So why not hit that gym during lunch time, or even before or after work? We know, that’s easier said than done. So maybe just start with incorporating physical activity into your workday by taking a walk during your lunch break or doing stretching exercises at your desk.

5. Practice Mindfulness

Mindfulness is a powerful tool for reducing stress and improving mental wellness. It involves paying attention to the present moment, and can be practised through meditation, breathing exercises, or simply focusing on your thoughts and feelings. It sounds so simple, but it really does improve your overall well-being.

Plus, taking a moment to practice this can easily be integrated into your day, as you can do it while commuting or sitting behind your desk.

6. Take Regular Breaks

Taking regular breaks throughout the day can help reduce stress and improve productivity. Try to take a short walk, grab a snack, or simply stretch your legs every hour or two to help you recharge. Some people even set an alarm, just so they won’t forget to have a break.

Mental Health and Prioritising yourself

Hopefully these wellness tips will help you to take care of your mental health at work. Incorporating these simple tips into your daily routine can take a little bit of time and to be honest, sometimes we just forget (because we are human). However, by setting an alarm or putting something in the calendar, it’s easier to remind yourself.

Just remember to prioritise yourself. That doesn’t mean being selfish, it does mean you’re willing to show up at work with your best foot forward, feeling more relaxed and less drained.

Are you experiencing intense feelings of sadness at work?…

If you’re feeling overwhelmed or struggling with your mental health, don’t hesitate to seek professional help. Depression or a burnout can influence your well-being a lot.

If you are or know anyone who is dealing with depression, we recommend reaching out for support, please find out more information here.

This Wellness Mini Guide was brought to you by Venture X London. If you’re interested in learning more about our co-working spaces in West-London, please contact us by emailing: hello@venturex.uk, via the WhatsApp feature on our website or call us directly on 0203 585 2900.