Our holistic approach to wellness integrates these three levels of care, recognizing that true well-being encompasses self-awareness, community support, and organizational responsibility.  

 1. Self-Care: The Foundation of Resilience 

• Self-care is the bedrock of mental well-being. It involves recognizing one's own needs and taking proactive steps to address them. This can include practices such as mindfulness, physical exercise, and setting healthy boundaries. By prioritizing self-care, individuals cultivate resilience, enabling them to navigate life's challenges with greater ease and maintain a balanced, positive outlook. 

 2. Care for Peers: Building a Supportive Community 

• Equally important is the care we extend to our peers. A supportive community fosters an environment where individuals feel valued and understood. By actively listening, offering support, and promoting open communication, we can create a network of care that enhances the collective well-being. Encouraging peer support not only strengthens relationships but also reinforces the resilience of the group as a whole. 

 3. Care for Staff: Fostering a Healthy Workplace 

• In professional settings, the well-being of staff is crucial for maintaining productivity and a positive work atmosphere. By caring for our staff, we ensure that they are equipped to perform at their best, leading to a more engaged and motivated workforce.

Day 1  

Introduction: 

• Check in - what are you feeling? Intentions for learning  

• Mental well-being – a part of our overall health and coping with emotions 

• Taking care of our mental well-being and reaching out for support 

• Mental well-being self-assessment tool (from Health Hub) 

• Self-portrait exercise – Practice listening and affirmation with other participants  

 Unit 1: Self-Care: The Foundation of Resilience • What is a resilient mindset?  

• Iceberg Model – What influences behaviour?  

• Bridges Model of Transition 

• PERMA+ (Positive Emotions, Engagement, Relationships, Meaning, Accomplishment and + Sleep) Model of Wellbeing 

• Reflections – individual self-care plan, applying the models covered today 

Day 2 

Unit 2: Care for Peers: Building a Supportive Community 

• Strategies to manage emotions during changes, resilience map, self-reflection and creating support  

• Applying the iceberg model to caring for peers of – to develop empathy and strategies to understand others better and to show care for peers 

 Unit 3: Care for Staff: Fostering a Healthy Workplace 

• Group discussion – how do we apply what we have learnt into our workplaces (e.g. Bridges, PERMA+ models), what challenges do we need to overcome, how do we influence stakeholders  

• Personal strategy for bringing self-care and workplace health back to organisation