Most of us encounter bullies at specific points in our lives. And while many believe that bullying only happens throughout childhood, unfortunately, bullying doesn’t always stop once you become an adult. An adult bully can be an intimidating boss or colleague, a controlling romantic partner, an unruly neighbor, a high-pressure sales/business representative, a condescending family member, a shaming social acquaintance, […]
Bullying has affected children and teens for generations. But we’ve only recently understood bullying’s mental health effects, which extend beyond the victim to bystanders who witness it and the bullies themselves. What is bullying? The Centers for Disease Control defines bullying as a form of “youth violence” toward a victim involving unwanted aggressive behavior from a bully (an individual or […]
Evidence suggests there are 5 steps you can take to improve your mental health and wellbeing. Trying these things could help you feel more positive and able to get the most out of life. 1. Connect with other people Good relationships are important for your mental wellbeing. They can: help you to build a sense of belonging and self-worth give […]
30-Second Summary A healthy mind can help you enjoy your life to the fullest, achieve professional success, and tackle any challenges that come your way. Mental health issues may adversely impact your quality of life and diminish your ability to perform various tasks while undermining your physical health. It is crucial to understand the early symptoms of declining mental health […]
Harvard Business School Professor Amy Edmondson described psychological safety as “a belief that one will not be punished or humiliated for speaking up with ideas, questions, concerns, or mistakes.” The Google study cited above described psychological safety as feeling safe to be vulnerable or take risks in front of teammates. At its core, psychological safety is when team members feel safe taking […]
According to the Center for Talent Innovation, “undermining behavior from managers” is a major factor in women dropping out of tech. In fact, a survey found that 87% of women had witnessed demeaning comments from their colleagues. And 66% felt excluded from key social and networking opportunities because of gender. And unfortunately, little evidence that diversity programs affect lasting change. Some companies continue with the same “one-and-done” […]