Open to all, but particularly relevant for line managers, HR staff, workplace representatives, and wellbeing champions, this session covers the community of practice for mental health and wellbeing set up by TSSA.
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To suicide and beyond
It was Christmas 2008, and Chris Parker planned to end his life - but circumstances changes and Chris ended up walking away. That situation changed his life forever. It took several years to appreciate what happened. Fast forward a few years, and Chris joined Network Rail's Train Planning department. He observed Network Rail’s culture and attitude towards mental health at that time. He knew there was room for improvement.
Living in the present
Gelong Thubten is a Buddhist monk and author of Handbook for hard times, A monk’s guide to happiness and co-author of How to be human. In this session, he shares how to optimise mental performance through the mindfulness practice of being in the moment. The session explores stress reduction, mental focus and emotional resilience, and provides tools for integrating ‘micro-moments’ of mindfulness into a busy working life.
Mental health toll of being on the road
Drawing from his experience in the music industry, Dr Simon Rowbottom shares insights into how long hours, night shifts, being on the road and time away from home can contribute to some significant mental health issues. He also offers practical tips on how to improve health and wellbeing when working irregular and long hours and sometimes away from home.