Audre Lorde once said, “It is not our differences that divide us. It is our inability to recognize, accept, and celebrate those differences”. One can view diversity as putting together different pieces of fabric. As unpleasant as it might seem to look, it has its own charm and is worth embracing and fostering in the workplace, despite the intricacies. Diversity …
Social Media Spring Clean: Promoting Positive Online Interactions for Mental Wellness
As I repeatedly encountered negative portrayals of social media that it affects our mental health in research papers and in my favourite magazines, I couldn’t help but wonder if there was more to the story. My curiosity piqued, prompting me to delve deeper into the subject. They say “curiosity kills the cat,” but this time, my inquisitiveness led me down …
Overcome social stigma in mental health advocacy
Breaking the Chains: Overcoming Social Stigma in Mental Health Advocacy In the realm of business and mental health, there’s a silent but powerful force that often remains unaddressed: social stigma. It’s the elephant in the room, casting shadows over conversations, hindering progress, and impeding individuals from seeking the help they need. However, overcoming this stigma is not a humongous challenge. …
Cultivating a Culture of Empathy
“Discover the untapped power within your company: its people.” From a Darwinian perspective, survival of the fittest in the workplace looks like how rapidly and efficiently employees adapt to its changing environment. This adaptation ensures the functioning of the company in an ever-changing, complex business environment. One of the elements crucial to the adaption are healthy interpersonal relationships between the …
Addressing Work-Life Balance Challenges in Spring Time
Spring appears, colouring the world with bright shades, seducing us with warmer weather and the promise of new initiatives. However, an important aspect is often overlooked between the excitement associated with removing winter layers and planning outdoor adventures: the balance between work and life. Spring renewal’s unique energy and feeling create problems that can ruin the delicate balance between professional …
Workplace Diversity: A New Norm
Audre Lorde once said, “It is not our differences that divide us. It is our inability to recognize, accept, and celebrate those differences”. One can view diversity as putting together different pieces of fabric. As unpleasant as it might seem to look, it has its own charm and is worth embracing and fostering in the workplace, despite the intricacies. Diversity …
What exactly is Business Psychology?
Let’s delve into journey into the heart of business psychology, where our distinguished panelists guide us through an immersive exploration of its multifaceted dimensions. In this captivating webinar series, we go beyond surface-level understanding to unravel the intricate layers of what business psychology truly signifies and experiences which have stuck with our panelists. Drawing from their vast reservoirs of expertise, …
Social Media Policies: Navigating the Intersection of Technology and Professional Boundaries
In the digital age, social media isn’t just a tool; it’s a lifeline connecting us to the pulse of the global community. Its influence is undeniable, weaving through the fabric of our daily lives and reshaping the way we communicate, learn, and do business. As we scroll through feeds filled with everything from cat videos to corporate announcements, it’s clear: …
Navigating the Digital Maze: A Guide to Online Persuasion
Welcome to the digital bazaar, where every click, swipe, and scroll influences our choices, often without us even realizing it. But fear not! Today, we’re embarking on an interactive journey to understand the hidden forces shaping our decisions online, especially when it comes to making seemingly simple choices, like picking a new smartphone. Imagine you’re on a quest to find …
Gamification of Mental Health: Using Games to Promote Positive Behaviors
The World Health Organization (WHO) has predicted that depression will lead the global disease burden by 2030, With the existing services available in under-developed and developing countries to meet the enormous mental health needs, gamification for mental health seems promising. Gamification, the application of game design elements in on-game contexts is often said to be based on the principles of …
