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The Psychology of Change
It is well-established from psychological research that people do not make sudden decisions to change their behaviour and start acting differently. Change is a gradual and imperfect process. The behaviour change is just one part in the chain.
Fighting Fair: Getting Comfortable with Conflict at Work
Conflict is a part of work life that elicits discomfort in many people. Understandably there may be an urge to avoid or prevent conflict, however the research suggests it’s more important to address it
Supercharge your Communication
Human beings need to communicate. It is the mechanism through which we build and maintain the relationships, groups, and communities essential to our survival. This includes our businesses. Some studies report that up to 80% of a worker’s day is spent communicating
Psychosocial Hazards: A guide for SME business owners
According to the occupational health and safety definition, the term ‘psychosocial hazards’ refers to “the aspects of design and management of work and its social, organisational context that may have the potential to cause psychological or physical harm.”
What is ADHD and How Do I Know If I’m ADHD?
While each person’s experiences with ADHD vary, difficulties often come from a lifetime of others not understanding us, being told we’re “Too much,” and challenges to focus, regulate our emotions, or maintain positive relationships.
Worried About Someone’s Wellbeing at Work? A Do’s and Don’ts Quick Guide
Have you noticed a change in someone’s mood or behaviour at work? It could be their drop in performance or a reduced capacity to manage day-to-day stress at work. They may not be their usual selves, seem more stressed than normal, snap at colleagues, or have become more withdrawn from team interactions.
Addiction in the Workplace
When we experience addiction, we are unable to stop pursuing the immediate feel-good sensation that certain substances or activities provide, even when we know it’s hurting our health, relationships, and professional performance. Often, this is driven by a need to escape emotional or physical discomfort. Over time, addictive behaviour can turn into a vicious cycle.
What’s really stopping us from moving each day?
What if we knew the words ‘Fitness’ and ‘Exercise’ were stopping us from moving each day? Fitness, Exercise, Training… What other words inspire you to say NO, stay planted on the couch… work late (now it’s too close to dinner to do anything)… wake up tired and hit snooze for the 3rd time…
Mental Wellness – 7 Strategies for Solo Business Owners to Thrive
Through this rollercoaster ride, I’ve experienced highs and lows, tasted success, and learned from failures. These experiences have imparted invaluable lessons and insights that I believe are common for solo business owners/operators.
Decoding Wellbeing in Hospitality with Michael Meredith
Transform Business Stress into a Catalyst for Growth. Learn how embracing and understanding stress in business can become a powerful tool for learning and growth, turning challenges into opportunities for business momentum.
What is Neurodiversity: A Guide for Individuals and Organisations
If you are neurodivergent, it means that your brain is wired to think, learn, solve problems, and interact with others in a way that is different from neurotypical people. New Zealand employers who embrace neurodiversity value and leverage unique skills and perspectives neurodivergent kaimahi (employees) bring to the table.
The Energised Life Blueprint Video Series
Welcome to our four-part well-being series! Feeling overwhelmed, stuck and unsure where to start? Join us to assess and create a personalised action plan for your physical health (eating, sleeping, physical activity and recovery) using transformative techniques.
I want to work on my fitness – please help me get started
Re-writing the fitness industry is something we’ve been doing at 09 Thrive for the past 11 years. Why?! You’re not the only one who has tried over and over again to set and carry out your fitness goals. Here’s to re-writing blame and shame into understanding and commitment.
Psychological Detachment
In our hectic lives, it can be hard to switch off and properly recover. How often have you got to the end of your weekend only to feel as though you need another one?
5 Ways To Switch Off After Work
Self-care is vital during times of stress, and you deserve a decent break at the end of the day or your shift. Here are some ideas to help you unwind after a busy day.
Minimising and Managing Workplace Stress
This resource is designed to support understanding around workplace stress, including how work impacts stress, how stress impacts individuals and what works to minimise and manage stress.
Navigating through the waves of emotion: Anxiety
Our Pasifika people have long understood the moana and how to navigate our way through it in order to make it to safe shores.
Five Ways to Wellbeing
You can introduce any of these actions into your life, any time, and you will begin to feel the benefits. Whakatōkia ngā rautaki māmā nei ki tō ao kia rongo ai koe i ngā painga.
Maintain a flexible mindset in an uncertain world
The human mind is unique, and can do things that no other animal can do. It can construct futures and reconstruct the past.
Top tips for fighting fatigue
Feeling fatigued? You’re not the only one. Our work and home routines have been transformed by various stages of lockdown and upheaval.
Managing Holiday Season Stress
As the holiday season approaches, it’s a time of celebration and connection, but it can also bring stress and overwhelm. For business owners in Aotearoa, balancing work and festivities can be a challenging juggle
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