In this 5-minute clip from episodes 45 and 46 of OnTopic with Empathia, keynote speaker, advisor and advocate Manya Chylinski discusses her experience witnessing the 2013 Boston Marathon terrorist attack and how it changed her. Since the event, Manya has learned valuable skills for taking control of her mental health and shares them on the…
Since the events of the Boston Marathon Bombing in April of 2013, Manya Chylinski’s been helping guide others past the stigma of victimhood by raising awareness of the mental and emotional effects of violence and tragedy. In her follow-up conversation with Rick from last week’s Part One, Manya digs into where she’s been since and…
Please join us for this free live webinar provided by Empathia and Bob Vandepol. As CIR consultants know all too well, every industry holds unique occupational hazards. We are not exempt. This session acknowledges the potential contagion of shared stress and trauma and will address strategies for prevention and resilience. Date: Tuesday, December 17,…
If a member of your team has expressed suicidal thoughts, it is important to take immediate action. The following steps will help to maintain the person’s safety: Ask to speak privately with the person. Express your concerns about their statements or behavior. Stay away from medical terms like “depression” or “mental illness,” as these could…
Emotions may be running high in the weeks surrounding an election. People may have strong feelings on both sides about the campaigns, the candidates, and the results. You and your co-workers may be: Talking more about the election or what might happen Checking the Internet and social media sites for updates more frequently Avoiding people…
If you find election season stressful, it is important to make time to rest and regroup. Incorporating self-care into your daily routine will help you maintain your physical and emotional wellbeing. Additional benefits include: Increased stress management A stronger immune system Higher energy levels Try these tips for prioritizing self-care: Define self-care. Only you can…
Knowing how to provide constructive feedback is a valuable management skill. Feedback is most effective when it: Is clear, specific, and timely Maintains a positive focus Avoids undermining confidence Offers broad strokes and helpful tips Targets areas for improvement Minimizes nitpicking or micromanaging Focuses on improving performance rather than punishing mistakes Effective feedback often includes…
In this 5-minute clip from episode 44 of OnTopic with Empathia, Dayna Smith-Slade shares strategies for coping with many of the anxieties that arise during election season. Listen to full episodes of OnTopic with Empathia here or on your preferred podcast platform.
Election season can be stressful on even the most experienced of voters. Tensions are high and political disagreements can drive a wedge in our personal relationships. Dayna Smith-Slade is here with us to share her strategies on how to ease election anxiety and have healthier communication with family and friends who share different views. Whether…
