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Welcome to Rail Wellbeing Live 2023
Panel discussion: supporting young people’s mental health
Young workers aged 18 to 30 are perceived to be under almost twice as much pressure in their lives as their more senior peers. They’re more likely to be worrying about debt or struggling to pay their bills, which is likely to add to their stress. Companies can and should focus on creating a more inclusive environment and be prepared to step up and support their people.
How to be your own therapist
Modern life is a minefield for stress. Whether it’s juggling work, relationships or money, we often struggle to make time for ourselves and can find ourselves stuck in a rut with bad habits or worries. In this session, Owen O’Kane reveals how simple and short techniques throughout the day can form healthier perspectives and let you ditch harmful thought patterns.
Transform your health
In this session, Dr Ayan Panja shares life-changing insights about how we can all improve our health and wellbeing using techniques and strategies he has seen work time and time again in over two decades of clinical practice. He explais the eight key factors which affect our health the most and share the simple ways that we can start to improve them.
Let’s talk about stress, baby
Stress is part of life – but it can be harmful if not managed properly. So, in this positive discussion, we’ll spotlight the signs and symptoms to watch out for, plus free tools and resources to help.
Stressilient: How to beat stress and build resilience
Highly experienced clinical psychologist, Dr Sam Akbar, draws from her own professional expertise to offer sensitive and realistic guidance to feel calmer, less stressed, and more resilient to life’s challenges.
Choosing the right fuel to perform best at night shifts
Shift workers are prone to general health issues, digestive complaints, higher body mass and long-term conditions. Diet is key. Join us for night-time eating tips to help you stay energised, alert, and healthy.
Stress testing – is it the answer to workplace wellbeing?
A certain amount of stress can be helpful, but too much is harmful. That’s why Emma Dymond – who’s passionate about her team’s wellbeing – has launched a trial of home blood tests that check levels of the stress hormone cortisol. Hear all about the trial here.
Understanding post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Neil Greenberg explains what PTSD is and how rail organisations can minimise its risk. He also interviews Michael Setchell, a former train driver, who experienced traumatic events at work, resulting in a PTSD diagnosis.
Bullying and harassment: Guidance for managers
Bullying and harassment aren’t welcome here. In this session, Rachel Lewis draws on research to identify key actions to prevent, address, and manage conflict and negative relationships at work.
Ask the nutritionist
Nutritionist Niamh McMahon is back to answer the outstanding questions you had during her Wellbeing Wednesday session. Here’s everything you’ve ever wanted to know about healthy eating, food myths, and more.