Tear Away The Silence Episode 1: Mental Health in the Workplace

"We have to, as companies, allow our staff to feel all their feelings and have a safe place to go.”

"Connection is a choice. If you are not choosing connection, you’re choosing disconnection."

"You can check your thoughts and you can change them. If you change your thoughts, you change your feelings."

Three powerful insights from a conversation packed full of wisdom in the first episode of our inspiring podcast series Tear Away The Silence, supported by Viatris. 

Tune in now to hear more from this must-watch podcast focused on Mental Health in the Workplace with...

Dr. Nahida Nayaz Ahmed, Chief Medical Officer, Sakina;
Marisa Peer, the world-renowned therapist and bestselling author, creator of I Am Enough movement & The 5-Day Challenge;
May Sayed Ali, the noted motivational speaker and well-being advocate known for her impactful talks.

This video brings forth powerful insights on mental well-being in the workplace and out of it, stigma reduction, and the transformative ideas surrounding vulnerability and support. 

Other topics include the evolution of mental health discussions, the necessity of connection in combating loneliness, and how changing our thoughts can significantly affect our feelings and actions. Watch now and gain a unique perspective on recognizing their self-worth and the role of community in fostering resilience.

Timestamp:

0:00 - Welcome to Tear Away The Silence

0:36 - Future Topics on Mental Health

1:02 - Introduction of Special Guests

2:05 - Overview of Mental Health Strategy

3:20 - The Importance of Mental Health Laws

6:05 - Defining Mental Health in Organizations

7:05 - Causes of Mental Health Issues

8:06 - Addressing Mental Health Stigma

10:21 - Sharing Personal Experiences

12:30 - Empowering Employees Through Vulnerability

18:44 - Role of Private Sector in Mental Health

22:33 - Creating Supportive Work Environments

25:09 - Personal Responsibility in Mental Health

30:50 - Tools for Managing Mental Health Feelings

33:42 - Conclusion and Call to Action