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25.01.2022 https://www.convergeinternational.com.au//imagine-living-i #internationaldayofeliminationofviolenceagainstwomen #domesticabuse
25.01.2022 Diversity at work isn’t without its challenges. With employees bringing different perspectives, experiences and backgrounds to work each day, this diversity can lead to misunderstandings around: seniority in teams; interpreting verbal and non-verbal behaviours; respecting different approaches to personal space; and accepting varied dress codes or styles of clothing, to name a few challenges. Remember that celebrating diversity is all about sharing new discoveries, stories, i...deas and ways of working together. And when you unlock the power of diversity, innovation and progress can flourish. For information about training programs and other cultural diversity initiatives call Converge International on 1300 687 633 or visit www.convergeinternational.com.au #diversity #equality #diversitymatters #EAP #mentalfitness
25.01.2022 Managing Work & Life Tip: Make the most of your days off by getting outdoors, or planning activities you love. Cycle, climb, bake, meditate, nap, read, have coffee with a friend. #mentalfitness #eap
24.01.2022 https://www.smh.com.au//we-don-t-really-talk-about-it-call Screening soon to be dads for depression might also help the family adjust to the baby more easily.
19.01.2022 Does your workplace celebrate diversity? What role do you play in creating a diverse and inclusive work environment? Help your workplace thrive with diversity and inclusion training from Converge International. Call 1300 687 633 or email [email protected] #diversity #diversitymatters #EAP #mentalfitness
18.01.2022 As moustaches grow for Movember, this month marks the time of the year we bring awareness to men’s health issues, including their mental wellbeing. As reported in The Australian, our research reveals the increasing burden ongoing stress and anxiety is having on Australian men, with the research showing that one in five men reported ongoing stress or anxiety in 2020. This year, expectedly, a lot of the mental health problems men are experiencing are related to the ongoing so...cial effects of the global pandemic, Converge CEO Dr. Jenny George said... Click below to read the full story. #mentalhealth #wellbeing #movember #mentalfitness
18.01.2022 Managing Work & Life Tip: How do you start your day? Are you feeling rushed or stressed from the moment you wake up? If so, you may want to try another approach. How about going to bed sooner and waking up earlier to fit in exercise or a guided meditation? Start your morning off right and set the tone for the rest of the day #mentalfitness #eap
18.01.2022 Find calm in 5 minutes! A body scan is a mindfulness exercise that helps you relax by mentally checking in with each part of your body. Converge International Consultant Moira Junge has prepared this calming body scan exercise for you to do whenever you are feeling anxious or stressed. #mentalhealth https://www.convergeinternational.com.au//5-minute-guided-
18.01.2022 What kind of activities should you do to improve your Mental Fitness? It's important to make the activity a habit or make it easy to remember (for example, set up regular reminders on your phone to do something or set a time of day when you will do it).... Change it up try to vary something about the activity every one or two times you do it. If you are recording what you are thankful for, try thinking about what you are thankful for about other people one week and then what you are thankful for about where you live another week (for example). Try the below 3 examples to get you started. #mentalhealth #mentalfitness #wellbeing #mindfulness
17.01.2022 We all experience it, but do we really know what a Fight-Or-Flight Response is? and how best to manage it in our day to day lives? Following these 3 simple steps can help you to better respond to situations and improve your mental health. #mentalhealth
17.01.2022 DIVERSITY TIP: Everyone at work brings different backgrounds, experiences, perspectives and ideas. What seems abundantly clear to you may not be so clear to others. Conflict can often arise through simple miscommunications or because people were too afraid to ask for clarification. To minimise the risk of conflict, clarity and patience are key, especially when giving instructions or explaining difficult concepts. Ensure your language is clear and free from unnecessarily comp...lex words or jargon, unless you’re certain the person you’re speaking to knows exactly what you mean. Be patient when explaining concepts, and kind when people ask for clarification. Everyone is busy, but they’re also trying to do a good job. Helping others succeed at work, will inevitably help you succeed too. #diversity #equality #diversitymatters #EAP #mentalfitness #success
17.01.2022 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QBa-e45o6eM Better than music, easier than meditation. Try ten minutes of this at your desk and you'll feel calmer and refreshed.
17.01.2022 Managing Work & Life Tip: Want to get more out of your day? Limit distractions by turning your phone to silent (or better still, leaving it in your bag or desk drawer). You may also find it helpful to switch off desktop notifications and check your emails once every 30 or 60 minutes so you are not pulled from the task at hand. #mentalfitness @eap
17.01.2022 It’s a hectic time of year, but that doesn’t mean you should let stress beat you down. Here’s two top tips to help you glide through the silly season: Practice gratitude, daily: Research has shown that by thinking of all the things you are grateful for we can improve our mood and act as a buffer against negative emotions. Practice deep abdominal breathing: this activates the parasympathetic branch of your nervous system the part of your nervous system responsible for stimulating the relaxation response and counteracting any stress and adrenaline coursing throughout your body.
16.01.2022 Managing Work & Life Tip: Switching off from work once you get home helps you replenish, recharge, and get those creative juices flowing so you're more productive and engaged when you return to work. #mentalfitness #eap
16.01.2022 Diversity Tip: Create space where everyoneregardless of background or rankcan contribute without fear or shame. Whether a formal meeting or a lunchroom chat, use language that welcomes others to share, and makes them feel included and appreciated. This can be done by inviting colleagues to contribute, listening actively, acknowledging contributions, and thanking people for sharing. The best ideas can come from the unlikeliest places, so be open! #diversity #equality #diversitymatters #EAP #mentalfitness
16.01.2022 Managing Work & Life Tip: Free up the thoughts in your head by writing a to-do list at the start of your work day. You'll feel more in control and be able to prioritise what's most important. #mentalfitness #EAP
15.01.2022 Work environments are becoming increasingly more diverse with people bringing many different backgrounds, experiences, perspectives and beliefs. This diversity brings enormous value to the workplace. And when we work together respecting each other’s perspectives, experiences, thoughts and ideas, problem-solving and innovation can flourish. But when diverse perspectives clash, conflict can sometimes arise. And if left unaddressed this conflict may lead to a tenseor even tox...icwork environment. To unlock the richness of diversity and minimise the risk of conflict in the workplace, Converge International offer diversity and inclusion training for staff. To learn more or to book a training, call 1300 687 633 or email [email protected]. #diversity #equality #diversitymatters #EAP #mentalfitness
14.01.2022 We want to thank all of you who are downloading and enjoying our monthly Flourish Magazine. October's edition saw total viewership reach 80,000 and downloads creep over 4,500! But we're not stopping there. For any organisation wishing to set up a direct subscription option to Flourish for their staff, please contact your Converge Client Relationship Manager.... #wellbeing #magazine #metnalhealth #mentalfitness
14.01.2022 - Staying on top of mental health in the Australasia workplace- Converge International's Director of Client Services and 2019's EAPAA President, Lana Schwartz, Converge International's CEO, Jenny George and Director of People Assist, Cate Page attended the 28th Employee Assistance Professional Association of Australasia (EAPAA) national conference hosted in Sydney The two-day event presented a range of guest speakers, addressing numerous EAP trending subjects and topics. Amon...gst the list of speakers, included one of Converge's principle consultant, Jack Barnard, who explored the subject of gender diversity and practical insights to assist trans clients. #EAPAA #workplacementalhealth #convergeinternational
13.01.2022 Our CEO Jenny George together with our South Australian-based Client Relationship Manager, Felicity Hoff attended Adelaide’s Biggest Fashion Show last Friday evening. The annual event raises money for the Eastern Adelaide domestic violence shelter and Converge International is delighted to show their support and commitment towards the positive initiative.
13.01.2022 Would you be prepared to be a carer? When called upon, most of us would like to think we’d step up readily to help a friend or relative in need of help. Sure, we’d be there to listen, maybe take them to the doctor’s, drive them around and probably cook for them. We’d happily sit with them and watch TV or talk. Crisis over, we’d return to our normal pattern of life. For some people, their normal life means caring for someone on a full-time basis. As it's National Carer's Week..., it's worth taking a moment to consider that many don’t have a choice while others do it because they want to give but that doesn’t mean they don’t find it stressful. While some carers receive government assistance, it’s estimated the total number of unpaid carers in Australia is around 2.7 million people. Many of these people have careers and are often in their prime working-age when they suddenly find themselves in the position of carer. As the demand for carers, both professional and non-professional increases in Australia, it’s important that employers and society recognise this is a community issue, not an individual one. Any of us could find ourselves a carer at any time through accident or the deterioration of an elderly parent. It’s a sobering thought but at the same time, it’s the essence of what it means to be human.
12.01.2022 Diversity Tip: Show plenty of grace and forgiveness. The last thing we need is to create more isolation in a world where we’re already a bit nervous of the right and wrong things to say especially while at work. Sometimes people say the wrong thing, intentionally or unintentionally, and what we need is grace and forgiveness that allows some mistakes to go through without comment. If a co-worker does say something especially inappropriate or hurtful, rather than calling th...em out in front of everyone, take them aside and privately explain why their comment was hurtful or upsetting for you. We all make mistakes, and grace and forgiveness is an opportunity to improve a situation rather than inflame it. On the flipside, if someone lets you know something you said was hurtful, take it on board and use it as a learning opportunity to do better next time. For other ways to help your workplace thrive, book diversity and inclusion training through Converge International. Call 1300 687 633 or email [email protected]. #diversity #equality #diversitymatters #EAP #mentalfitness
10.01.2022 Managing Work & Life Tip: We will never be able to control everything. You may have your heart set on something, but if it doesn't go your way, use it as an opportunity to try a different approach or solution. With practice, you will get better at moving on from the disappointment of things not going to plan, and faster at finding creative solutions. #mentalfitness #eap
10.01.2022 Managing Work & Life Tip: Take a holiday. It doesn't need to be an expensive long-distance trip. Extending your weekend even by an extra day or two and enjoying a staycation can help you recharge and reset. Look ahead and book days off throughout the year so you always have something special to look forward to. #selfcare #mentalfitness
09.01.2022 Managing Work & Life Tip: Create happiness traditions at work to bond with colleagues and break up the work day. It could be a weekly morning tea, or a pot luck where everyone brings a plate of food to share. #mentalfitness #eap
09.01.2022 We’d like to believe we are open-minded, fair and without bias, but research shows otherwise. This is an important, even if uncomfortable, realization for most of us, says Dr. Mahzarin Banaji, Professor of Social Ethics at Harvard University and co-author of Blindspot: Hidden Biases of Good People. Converge International offers diversity and inclusion training to help people recognise and address their own unconscious bias. To learn more or to book a training, call 1300 687 633 or email [email protected]. #diversity #diversitymatters #EAP #mentalfitness #equality #unconsciousbias #diversityandinclusion
09.01.2022 Ask yourself, "Did I get enough sleep last night"? If the answer is no, don't worry, you're not alone. In fact, you're among the two-thirds of adults throughout all developed nations who fail to obtain the recommended eight hours of sleep a night. Sleep is one of the most critical elements in maintaining wellbeing - so much so that feeling refreshed and rested in the morning is one of the five questions in the WHO-5 wellbeing measure. Believe it or not, sleep can actually be ...the simplest, yet most overlooked, answer to negating bad thoughts and feelings. It's the ultimate "re-setter" - the single most effective thing we can do to reset our brain and mental health each day. This is why we include a good night's sleep into our mental fitness model. Without enough of it, our bodies and minds can begin to deteriorate, which can lead to more severe health conditions. #mentalhealth #wellbeing #sleep #metnalfitness
09.01.2022 From our November edition of Flourish Magazine: Family and Domestic Violence in Lockdown. Family and Domestic Violence is one of the most widespread, most urgent social problems of our times and the situation is only getting worse. Over the last few months, Converge International has seen family and domestic violence reports increase by a staggering 200%, affecting people of all ages and socio-economic backgrounds.... The major reason for this worrying rise is because of COVID-19 and the social restrictions that have come with it. Workplaces used to be a key refuge for people experiencing family or domestic violence, and while working from home has helped stop the spread of the virus, it has increased a victim’s exposure to a perpetrator and decreased their opportunities to access support. Just because Australia is enjoying a period of relaxed lockdown restrictions, it does not mean the issue goes away. Countless Australians are still working from home, while the economic and stress factors that can contribute to domestic violence still remain. If you are worried about family and domestic violence for yourself, or a colleague, reach out and ask for help through your EAP provider. #domesticabuseawareness #mentalhealth #domesticviolence
09.01.2022 We are delighted to see an interview with Converge International's CFA Chaplains in the latest issue of CFA (Country Fire Authority) Brigade Magazine! Turn to pages 36 & 37 to see how our Chaplains are supporting local heroes on the ground. https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au//75754edb-9e7b-60ef-1d49-b0c4a3
09.01.2022 Diversity makes good business sense. A McKinsey & Company study on diversity found the companies that ranked highest for ethnic and cultural diversity were 35% more likely to outperform on profitability. This shows the enormous strength of a diverse workplace. If you're looking to tap into the power of diversity in your workplace, book diversity and inclusion training through Converge International by calling 1300 687 633 or emailing [email protected]. #diversity #diversitymatters #EAP #mentalfitness
09.01.2022 Unconscious biases are social stereotypes about certain groups of people that individuals form outside their own conscious awareness. According to the University of California, "Everyone holds unconscious beliefs about various social and identity groups, and these biases stem from one’s tendency to organize social worlds by categorizing." It’s hard to address your biases if you don’t know what they are. Explore your own unconscious bias with these Harvard tests: http://ow.ly/Y5lm50uyFp7
09.01.2022 Random acts of kindness are forecast for the rest of the month. In 2015, the Feel Good February movement was established to encourage random acts of kindness, to ‘pay it forward’ and set a motion of goodwill. How can you participate?
07.01.2022 The diversity of thoughts and ideas brings enormous value to the workplace. When people work together respecting each other’s perspectives and experiences, problem-solving and innovation can flourish. To tap into the power of diversity and inclusion in your workplace, book diversity training for your staff. Just call Converge International 1300 687 633 or email [email protected].
07.01.2022 If you are being bullied or discriminated against at work, find out if your workplace has an Employee Assistance Program. Converge International provides confidential EAP counselling to hundreds of thousands of employees across Australia and New Zealand. If your employer has partnered with Converge, call 1300 687 327 to book an EAP session with a mental health professional and get the support you need. #diversity #diversitymatters #EAP #mentalfitness #bullying
06.01.2022 Here's some food for thought, and one we like to get behind!
04.01.2022 Data from a 2015 McKinsey & Company study shows that diversity matters: Companies that ranked in the top quartile for gender diversity in their executive teams were 21% more likely to experience above average profitability. #diversity #diversitymatters #genderequality #EAP #mentalfitness
02.01.2022 National Families Week starts today! Here are five inexpensive ways to increase family wellbeing this weekend http://ow.ly/nilP30oJ1fV #FamiliesWeek #MentalFitness #StrongerFamilies
02.01.2022 Managing Work & Life Tip: How good does it feel to be appreciated? Share gratitude with the people around you and give them a little mood boost today. #mentalfitness #eap
01.01.2022 -Empowering women for the future- The annual Empowering Women for the Future Summit took place today at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. More than 1500 Victorian Public Service employees attended the networking and workshop event.... Two of our Melbourne-based Client Relationship Manager’s, Marisa Parsons and Jade Nicholson took part in the event. Marisa had the opportunity in presenting on the topics of ‘building effective teams’ and ‘maintaining motivation’, whilst Jade was able to engage with attendants and answer questions on the trade table. #empoweringwomen #convergeinternational
