What Drives Perfectionism? How to face the shame hiding behind your perfectionism
Have you ever received negative feedback and immediately went into a mode of harshly blaming yourself thinking that you…
How to Use Sessions with It’s Complicated Workplace Mental Health Program
Editorial note: This article explores how It’s Complicated goes beyond traditional therapy, providing comprehensive mental health support to…
Stop Burnout for Good: How HR Should Be Leveraging EAPs
Editorial note: In this article, we aim to showcase why It’s Complicated is the ideal choice for your…
How to Inclusively Increase Access to Employee Benefits
As companies expand their horizons and build international teams, the importance of supporting the mental well-being of their…
Managing Anger: How it impacts stress, parenting, and self-esteem
Anger is a basic human emotion, and a natural response to various stimuli. While it can be a…
The Role of Boundaries in Teaching
Teaching is a noble and rewarding profession, often celebrated for its potential to shape young minds and foster the leaders of tomorrow. However, beneath the surface of this inspiring career lies a fundamental truth: teachers need to set boundaries. While it might seem counterintuitive to some, the ability to establish and maintain boundaries is a cornerstone of effective teaching.
Empowering Educators: The Vital Role of Teacher Well-Being
Teachers play a fundamental role in shaping the future of our society. They are the architects of young minds, guiding students towards knowledge, growth, and success. However, it's easy to overlook the importance of teachers' mental health in this equation. The mental well-being of educators is not only vital for their personal lives but also has a profound impact on the students they teach and the broader educational ecosystem. The significance of teachers' mental health and the ripple effects it creates, is worthy of more attention from both private institutions and school boards. Based on recent literature on the topic, here is a brief overview of the importance of this topic.
The Happiness Trap
A couple weeks ago, to close off Mental Health Awareness Month, Johanne Schwensen one of the Co-founders and the Chief Clinical Officer of It's Complicated gave a talk to various teams that we work with through our Employee Assitance Program. The topic was inspired by Dr. Russ Harris' book The Happiness Trap, which presents a fresh approach to finding fulfillment in life by challenging traditional notions of happiness and offering practical strategies to overcome psychological struggles.
Why Some Corporate Mental Health Initiatives Fall Short
In recent years, there has been a growing recognition of the importance of mental health in the workplace, with more and more organizations introducing corporate mental health programs and benefits to support their employees' well-being. While these initiatives are well-intentioned, it's crucial to understand why some of them may not achieve the desired outcomes.
Benefits of having an Employee Assistance Programm (EAP)
People still work too much and experience high levels of stress. However, a positive growing trend is that companies are starting to care about the mental health of their employees.
