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15 Ideas for Random Acts of Kindness at Work

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15 Ideas for Random Acts of Kindness at Work

This year, Random Acts of Kindness Day lands on 17th February, a key time of year to encourage us all to celebrate the many ways we can be kind to ourselves and influence positivity in the lives of others.

Life can sometimes feel weighed down with challenges, though there’s also immense beauty to recognise - particularly during these times of global economic uncertainty, it’s more important than ever to remind ourselves to be kind to one another and to give others hope. A small, random act of kindness really can go a long way, and make a big impact in someone’s day.

In the lead up to this awareness day, and in recognition of all the work we do at Calmer to support entrepreneurs, freelancers and business teams, guest writer Rebecca Leigh shares 15 ideas for random acts of kindness at work.

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Out of Office: 5 Tips for your Mental Wellbeing

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Out of Office: 5 Tips for your Mental Wellbeing

One of the main consequences of the Covid-19 pandemic amongst office workers is the shift in working habits. Continuous lockdowns taught us that working from home was not only possible, but often a more convenient and productive way for workers to get the job done.

As a result, vast numbers of people have remained at home instead of returning to the office, and working from home has become a normality for many of us.

This week, guest writer Rosie Buckley shares five tips to support your mental health and wellbeing in this ever-evolving world of flexible working.

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A non-work alternative to men’s burnout

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A non-work alternative to men’s burnout

Burnout, as we are slowly becoming collectively aware, is a condition typically associated with workplace stress that has become unmanageable. Its common effects - such as cynicism, exhaustion, reduced efficacy - were formally defined by the World Health Organisation (WHO) back in 2019, and they are felt by all types of individuals - regardless of age, gender, race, or any other demographic qualifier.

However, burnout’s causes are not the same for everyone. At the most granular level, each individual’s case of burnout is the unique result of their beliefs, life experiences, personality, cultural upbringing, and thousands upon thousands of decisions made over periods of years. Yet, if we look for generalised trends, we can see common causes when it comes to burnout among various groups of people.

In this guest blog post, Jim Young breaks down barriers to open up more meaningful conversations on men’s burnout, and identifies how “expansive intimacy” can help to be an alternative.

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The power of gratitude: 5 ways it can improve your mental health

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The power of gratitude: 5 ways it can improve your mental health

“Thank you.” Two simple words, with a big impact when shared from the heart. It’s also often among the first words we learn to speak in a different language.

Taking the time to engage in some acts of gratitude can indeed help you live a fulfilled life. Gratitude has a direct impact on our mental health and it can help us become happier in life, and view life in a more meaningful way.

This week’s guest blog features Jessica Robinson, writing her second blog for Calmer to share her perspective on the link between gratitude and our mental health, and five ways we can utilise gratitude to boost our wellbeing.

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How to boost your happiness by cultivating kindness

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How to boost your happiness by cultivating kindness

Did you know that we’re genetically wired to be kind?

Research led by world-renowned kindness scientist and best-selling author David Hamilton reveals that kindness changes the brain, impacts the heart and immune system, and may even be an antidote to depression. He also explores how kindness has evolved in us, and that its effects are felt daily throughout our nervous systems; when we're kind, our bodies are healthiest.

To mark this year’s World Kindness Day, we’re delighted to share this guest blog from the team at a little dose of happy, who share why kindness can make you happier and how you can start cultivating kindness today.