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September is #NationalRecoveryMonth, and we’re celebrating stories of resilience and hope. Andrea Hoffman, Spring Health Senior Account Executive, shared her personal journey in recovery and how she discovered a fulfilling, rich life without alcohol. It's stories like Andrea's that inspire others to make positive changes in their own lives. Recovery is possible, achievable, and within reach. Thank you, Andrea, for sharing! 🌿 #mentalhealth #substanceuse

Today, Spring Health launched a first-of-its-kind manager experience solution within its platform. 🎉 “A manager’s well-being not only affects their own health and work, but also the well-being and productivity of their entire team,” says April Koh, co-founder and CEO of Spring Health. Our comprehensive offering provides #managers with real-time support and resources to effectively navigate the challenges of #leadership, while prioritizing both their own #mentalhealth and that of their teams. Empowering managers with the resources they need to become strong leaders can drive significant organizational outcomes—especially as 7 in 10 employees say their manager impacts their mental health more than a therapist or doctor. 🌿 Learn more about how we are empowering managers here: https://lnkd.in/gPXvZd5R

Managers can make or break the employee experience. In her latest for Fast Company, Spring Health Chief People Officer Karishma Patel Buford discussed the importance of investing in your #managers, which can play a pivotal role in employee engagement and organizational success. She shared 4 tips and strategies for managers to not only achieve performance-related outcomes, but to also support employee #mentalhealth. 💚 Identify “heart vs. head” conversations. When someone is looking to discuss something meaningful and emotional, slow down, be intentional, and choose the right medium for the discussion, such as a Zoom meeting rather than a Slack DM. 🚨 Recognize the signs of burnout. These include fatigue, irritability, sadness, and changes in behavior. If an employee exhibits these signs, a manager should encourage them to use internal resources, such as coaching support, digital mental health tools, or an EAP. 🗂️ Assess employee bandwidth. When employees have too much on their plate, they can feel stressed and overwhelmed. Managers can create a prioritization framework to determine which tasks are of critical importance versus what can be removed or delegated. 🤝 Remember managers ≠ therapists. Trying to be a therapist when you don’t have training can be dangerous. Instead, learn to recognize when someone needs more help than you can provide and connect them with mental health resources. Discover more of Karishma’s insights on how managers can support the whole person at work here: https://lnkd.in/gFmgPHaC

The superstition swirling around Friday the 13th might make you feel uneasy. But repositioning uncertainty as an opportunity for collaboration and growth can unlock your team’s potential. 🌿 Our upcoming webinar, How to Change Unhelpful Thought Patterns, can help employees at all levels recognize negative thought patterns (such as “I’m unlucky” or “bad things will happen”), challenge them, and ultimately improve their mood and mindset. Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/gA7wfn5e #companyculture #culture #superstition #webinar #Fridaythe13th

Traumatic events like the 9/11 attacks have long-lasting mental health impacts, even 20+ years on. And as a NYC-based company, this anniversary is particularly poignant for our team. 9/11 carries deep significance and emotion for many. It can be a difficult day, filled with memories and feelings that resurface. Whether you’re remembering loved ones or reflecting on the past, it’s okay to feel whatever comes up. Connecting with friends or family members, your community, or a therapist can help you process grief and other complex emotions. Do what you need to do to put your mental health first. #September11 #mentalhealth

Workplaces can be important sites for suicide education and intervention, as well as a first, crucial line of mental health support. For #WorldSuicidePreventionDay, we’re sharing some actionable ways that workplaces can take a stand against suicide and save lives. 👉 If you or a loved one is experiencing thoughts of suicide, don’t hesitate to reach out. Call or text 988 for 24/7, free, and confidential support in the U.S. EDUCATE ✔️ Provide workshops for employees on mental health and suicide prevention, including how to recognize someone in distress and debunking misconceptions. ✔️ Ensure employees know what resources and benefits are available to them. ✔️ Bring awareness to the mental health struggles of your specific industry—and remind people that asking for help isn’t a sign of weakness. SUPPORT ✔️ Offer personalized mental health benefits which can help employees build resilience and healthy coping mechanisms. ✔️ Foster a work environment where people feel comfortable talking about their mental health, which can reduce stigma. ✔️ Identify and minimize work-related stressors that may impact mental health. INTERVENE ✔️ Train employees and managers on the signs of suicidality, and provide clear next steps to get help. ✔️ If you or someone you know is in immediate danger of harming themselves, call 911. ✔️ In cases where death by suicide has occurred, it’s important to provide prevention support to those impacted by the loss. This may include counseling, community resources, and creating a compassionate environment for grieving people. Consider this a gentle reminder to approach yourself and others with compassion and support. You truly never know what someone might be going through. 💚

If tomorrow's #presidentialdebate is increasing feelings of anxiety or depression, you’re not alone. Remember: these feelings are normal—especially as we’re all bombarded with news and political ads as the #election approaches. Here are a few ways to cope with heightened emotions throughout election season: 🇺🇸 Pay attention to how much news or content you’re consuming—and know when it’s time to take a break. Turning off the TV or stopping the endless scroll can give you a much-needed moment to focus on other things. 🇺🇸 Stay socially connected. Social isolation is bad for our mental and physical health. Prioritizing time with friends, family, or colleagues can offer support—even if they might not have the same political views as you. 🇺🇸 Channel your energy into meaningful activities. Outlets like volunteering for a cause you care about or simply reaching out to your neighbors can help reduce stress and boost overall well-being. Our upcoming webinar, Building Bridges: Transforming Political Polarization into Positive Workplace Culture, can help empower your teams and managers with the tools they need to navigate political polarization and major societal events. Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/gCXUVJHn #anxiety #stress #mentalhealth #2024election #currentevents

September is #NationalRecoveryMonth, a time to celebrate the power of recovery and the hope that comes with it. Alex Avila, Spring Health Business Development Manager and President of ERG Sober @ Spring, bravely opened up about his personal journey in recovery—a story of overcoming challenges and finding strength in the face of adversity. Openly discussing mental health and substance use can help break stigma and encourage others to put their health and lives first. Thank you, Alex, for your honesty and commitment to making a difference. 🌿 #sobriety #mentalhealth

#Mentalhealth providers are essential to our mission. At Spring Health, providers are empowered to build their practice, their way. We offer tools and support that allow them to focus on what they love doing—helping people get better. 🌿 Hear directly from providers Patricia Galiotos, Opal Albury, LCSW (She/Her/s), and Dr. Jerome Anderson on their experience working with us. Like what you heard? Join our network as an in-person, virtual, or hybrid provider and make an impact with us. https://lnkd.in/gpYJEeyp

Managers make sure the show runs smoothly and that all team members are in tune. And as any renowned conductor will tell you, it takes more than just a good ear. 🎺 As Spring Health Co-Founder and President Adam Chekroud says, “A lot of first-time managers were promoted because they were strong individual contributors, and now they’ve picked up these additional people management responsibilities...And people have woefully not trained for that transition.” We equip managers with the tools, training, and support they need to unlock true harmony at your organization. People leaders gain access to guides, tactical action plans, and on-demand sessions that cover topics from managing conflict to providing support during a crisis. Let’s make some music. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gy7-ZWfQ #managers #managertraining #mentalhealth