Author: Debbie Kleiner

In 2024, several significant reports and resources focusing on workplace wellbeing in the UK were published, highlighting key trends and challenges: Workplace Wellbeing Report 2024 by Great Place to Work UK: This report reveals that only 55% of employees feel their organisation genuinely prioritises wellbeing. It underscores the prevalence of stress across all industries, with […]

In today’s hyper-connected world, the boundaries between work and personal life have become increasingly blurred. With smartphones, messaging apps, and remote work tools, employees are more accessible than ever before. But when your boss repeatedly contacts you outside of work hours, it can take a serious toll on your mental health and overall well-being. The […]

Workplace wellbeing is a top priority for many employers. Some workplaces have responded with a surge of benefits, including, access to meditation apps, and employee assistance programs, or EAPs, which offer free or low-cost services and counseling to help people with issues affecting their well-being. Many employers I work with tell me their employees dont […]

Investments in mental health and wellbeing have increased over the past 10 years with organisations acknowledging mental health as an important business issue. Many cannot convert these efforts into meaningful outcomes – only 25% of the UK’s largest companies have improved workplace mental health, according to the CCLA Corporate Mental Health Benchmark. People managers face […]

“Normal” Brain vs ADHD brain How Does Life Look for a Non-ADHD Brain? Alright, picture yourself as a multitasking genius. “Normal brain”  can keep your emotions in check, keep you focused, and keep your crazy out of the wilds. Imagine you’re juggling school, work, and texting your mate. A neurotypical brain won’t have a problem […]

I spoke to 3 friends on Friday night whose lives are turned upside down because of their sons’ mental health. One son is gambling, one seems terribly depressed & one is struggling with his self-esteem. I have a boy and a girl and I see their struggles but recently I have been worrying more about […]

This election comes with heightened political tensions, uncertainty, and often, intense emotions. For many employees, the lead-up to, during, and following an election can cause significant stress, anxiety, and other mental health challenges—particularly when the stakes feel high. While workplace productivity is often the primary concern for employers, the mental and emotional impact of an […]

Prevention is better than cure. That is why I moved out of health insurance and into workplace wellbeing focusing on prevention. The NHS are asking for your views – Will you share yours? Earlier this week, a consultation was launched to help shape the future of the NHS over the next decade.  Wes Streeting’s commitment […]

During #mentalhealthawarenessweek we are talking about all things resilience, stress management and mental health awareness. But we are also honing in on the stressors at work which for one client, is difficult people! When you are already stressed at work, it can be hard to stay calm and in control when unreasonable clients or colleagues […]

This week I went to Madrid to deliver a 2 day face to face MHFA training course to 14 wonderful Clifford Chance employees! I keep reflecting on what made this one of the best courses I have delivered. It wasnt just because the sun was shining. Not even because the food was amazing. Not the […]

Burnout is rife and the great resignation rages on. Bikes & bananas don’t cut it when it comes to wellbeing, according to Deloitte’s new report which says that wellbeing needs investment and a strategy. So why are companies under resourcing their wellbeing strategies. When done properly, engagement rises, attraction rockets so organisations keep the best […]