This year we have rolled out a range of services aimed at improving the wellbeing of colleagues. Here is a round-up from May with links to the various resources on offer.
The Benefits Of Maintaining A Gratitude Journal
Taking time to contemplate and record what you’re thankful for is powerful. Research has shown that translating our ideas into written language helps organise them and deepen their resonance.
Many studies have shown that keeping a gratitude journal has physiological benefits.
Develop a daily gratitude practice by writing down three things you’re grateful for: everything from the bigger things that are easier to notice to the small day-to-day things we often overlook
To learn more about how to use a gratitude journal and the benefits, click here.
We want to hear from you!
As we head into June, it’s almost six months since the roll out of the Help@Hand App which marked the start of our Wellbeing Programme for 2021.
As we have now moved out of national lockdown and other restrictions are beginning to ease, we are starting to see a bit of normality return to our lives.
We thought it was the perfect time to ask for your feedback on what you feel has been helpful and ask if you have any suggestions on what you would like to see included going forward.
We have lots of exciting ideas and campaigns for the rest of the year but it would be great to hear your suggestions and feedback.
If you have any ideas that you would like to share, please send them to wellbeing@idealstandard.com.
Ideal Standard Exclusive Gym Discount
Being active is not only great for your physical fitness, it can also improve your mental wellbeing. Evidence suggests there’s a link between being physically active and positive mental wellbeing.
That’s why we are delighted to announce that as an Ideal Standard employee you can enjoy a 15% discount on Anytime Fitness gym memberships.
You’ll benefit from high-spec fitness equipment and even if you can’t make it into the gym right now, you get free access to a variety of demand workout classes, expert health and wellbeing advice, and delicious recipe ideas.
For details of how to sign up, click here. To receive the 15% Ideal Standard discount quote promo code: IS15
Mental Health Awareness Week
May 10 to 16 saw the annual Mental Health Awareness Week, organised by the Mental Health Foundation.
One of the focuses during the week was the effect of the release of COVID restrictions. For many of us, the gradual easing of lockdown brings longed-for opportunities – to see friends, play sports, resume contact with family in ‘real space’ or get back to work that we value.
But for many of us, even the happy, much anticipated changes and re-adjustment can be difficult for our mental health.
And for many others the prospect of coming out of lockdown when debate is still live about the science supporting it can be a real worry. This may especially apply to those more vulnerable to the virus and those of us with mental health concerns.
For tips on looking after your mental health as restrictions ease, click here.
For more details about Mental Health Week and to find out how you can you get involved, click here.