Think of this as your team sheet for your mind, where we look back at last month’s action, share the top plays, and spotlight the resources and support that help keep our mental game strong.
November was a busy month on the mental fitness front, and we’ve teamed up with our partners at JAAQ to bring you the stats, top questions, and new conversations you won’t want to miss.
What’s been on your minds?
Last month on JAAQ, our members were digging into some big topics. Here’s the top 5 most searched:
- Burnout
- Fitness
- Stress
- Elite Performance
- Mindset
The most-watched video last month?
Katie Maycock on Burnout. In this conversation, Katie explains what burnout is, how to recognise its physical, mental, and emotional signs, how it differs from stress and pressure, strategies for preventing and recovering from it, and how both employees and organisations can support themselves and others to manage stress, maintain wellbeing, and create a healthier, more sustainable workplace.
Top Questions asked in November
We get a lot of questions from our members. Here’s the most common mental health challenges you were keen to tackle;
- Can unrealistic deadlines contribute to burnout?
- Do people with Aspergers have empathy?
- What is the difference between ADHD screening, assessment and diagnosis for a child?
- How did you deal with losing your dad at such a young age?
- What are the signs of burnout?
- What is Aspergers?
- What is resilience?
- What is stress?
- Can aspergers be caused by bad parenting?
If any of these are on your mind, don’t worry, you’re in good company, and JAAQ have the expert advice to help you tackle them.
New on JAAQ: Conversations worth checking out
Our partners are keeping the mental health ball rolling with fresh discussions:
- Dr Clare Fernandes – Miscarriage, compassionate care after pregnancy loss
- Rachel Vecht – Parenting, practical parenting, wisdom on raising happy and resilient children
- Ice Bath Harry – Addiction; one man’s journey from addiction to health
You can check out all the new and existing conversations by heading to the following page here.
Monthly Takeaways
Stick to your routine over the holidays: Festive season chaos can throw you off track but keeping daily habits like movement, meal planning and mindfulness will keep your mental fitness sharp.
Manage stress like a pro: Family, work and festive pressures can build up. Take short breaks, breathe or chat with someone you trust. Staying calm keeps you performing at your best.
Plan your festive spending: December can be tough on your finances which affects mental wellbeing. Set a realistic budget, track your spending and do not be afraid to say no. Financial fitness is part of your overall health.
