by Team DSSP
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by Team DSSP
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R U OK Day 2022
As we all know, the impacts of COVID over the past 30 months has been very challenging for all, with many people, significantly impacted by job loss or a reduction in hours of work or income, other financial concerns. Some may have been stricken with COVID or other major health issues, grief – loss of someone or something they care about and many are feeling pandemic fatigued, anxious, overwhelmed, lonely or all of the above.
Our priority remains the health, safety and wellbeing of everyone and their loved ones. All throughout this period we have been caring for colleagues impacted by the challenges and sudden changes. Leaders across businesses have been asked to lead change and some have been deeply affected by the changes themselves.
This can take a toll on our Mental Health and Wellbeing, and as I have said many times, we do have to remember to look after and support each other during these tough times.
The message for R U OK? Day 2022 is: Ask R U OK? No qualifications needed.
Please take some time out to watch the video below which will cover:
- How to stay connected – particularly during the pandemic
- When to ask R U OK?
- How to ask R U OK?
- Where to find professional support and other services if people are not OK.
Everyone is encouraged to ask for help if ever needed. There should be no shame or guilt in asking for help. The R U OK? skills and caring for each other are learned skills that you can make a part of your everyday.
Don’t wait until someone’s really struggling or in a crisis. Ask R U OK? Your conversation could change a life.
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