Category Archives: Mental Health

From Burnout to Balance: Embedding Self-Care into Your Employee Value Proposition
  • Mental Health
  • Wellbeing

Caroline MastertonClient Relationship Director As leaders, we know that small, everyday actions can make a big impact on our people’s wellbeing. From protecting time in your diary, to prioritising mental health conversations – self-care isn’t a luxury, it’s a leadership tool. This August, as we reflect on Wellness, we’re taking a closer look at how […]

By: paralleladmin

29th July 2025

Prioritising Stress as Part of Your Employee Value Proposition
  • Mental Health
  • Wellbeing
  • Workplace Wellbeing

Caroline MastertonParallel Employee Benefits Stress Awareness Month, held every April, serves as an important reminder of the impact stress has on our overall wellbeing, both inside and outside the workplace. While stress is a natural part of life, unmanaged stress can negatively affect mental health, productivity, and job satisfaction. For businesses, addressing stress is not […]

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26th March 2025

Body doubling: the multi-purpose work hack for your team
  • Mental Health
  • Wellbeing
  • Workplace Wellbeing

By Alicia NavarroFounder & CEO, FLOWN It’s 9:07 a.m., and you’ve already been distracted by a Slack ping, a mildly interesting YouTube video, and that email that could totally have waited until later. Sound familiar? Working remotely—fully or hybrid—is great for many companies and individuals, but it comes with some challenges too.  For employees dealing […]

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29th January 2025

Beating the January Blues: Supporting Colleagues and Boosting Workplace Wellbeing
  • Mental Health
  • Wellbeing

Jess PorterHealth & Wellbeing Specialist January can feel like a tough month for many of us. The festive cheer has faded, the days are still dark, the weather is gloomy, and payday often feels like it’s an eternity away. Add to that the post-holiday workload, and it’s no wonder that January is often associated with […]

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2nd January 2025

Parallel x Stress Matters Mental Health First Aid Training course
  • Mental Health
  • Workplace Wellbeing

Caroline MastertonClient Services Director *Please note registration for this course is now closed – the below is for reference only. Future course dates to be announced This Autumn Parallel x Stress Matters are proud to be launching a course for clients looking to certify themselves or member(s) of the team as a recognised Mental Health […]

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2nd September 2024

Wellbeing Pulse Check: Understanding the importance of Mental Health Quizzes with Stress Matters
  • Mental Health
  • World Mental Health Day

Alison Brown, Health & Wellbeing Specialist In the modern era, the acknowledgment of mental health and wellbeing in the workplace has transformed from a peripheral concern to a central focus for many businesses. As employers recognise the profound impact of mental health on productivity, retention, and overall company culture, they are increasingly seeking tools and […]

By: paralleladmin

26th April 2024