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We’re witnessing a global shift in the way we work and what people expect from their employer. Hybrid, remote and flexible working remain on the tip of most employees’ proverbial lips. Whilst these terms are open to interpretation depending on the context and disparities in business culture, the latest stats demonstrate that this is an …
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On Tuesday 29 November event professional Dan Assor will be leading and hosting an 11-hour virtual event, raising essential funds for three event industry charities: EventWell, Make It Blue, and Meeting Needs. Why does it matter? Mental health-related illness affects one in three event professionals every year. Mental health services are seeing unprecedented demand and …
As event organisers how much do we really understand about the health impact attending events has on our visitors, attendees, exhibitors and stakeholders? Do we recognise that the impact can be significant not just anyone living with mental or physical health conditions, and/or neurodiversity, but for all attendees? In today's technological age we have a …
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The health and wellbeing of our people has never been more important. Employees need all the help they can get. And in a world of work that’s changing at an unprecedented rate, it makes sense for employers to increasingly play a proactive role, understanding what employees need, supporting their wellbeing and empowering colleagues to thrive. “The …
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IACC partnered with hybrid event specialist Abbit to stage the one-day conference, which held in-person sessions at Skogshem and Wijk in Sweden and Warwick Conferences in the UK. The event was attended by delegates from across Europe and the US. The conference programme included keynote sessions from Helen Moon, Founder and CEO of Eventwell and Julian Stubbs, CEO of UP THERE, …
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Today marks World Menopause Day, but how many of us truly have an understanding or awareness of menopause and it's impact on women during what should be a very natural part of their life cycle, unless we have personally been through it? What is the menopause? The menopause is when a woman comes to the …
Please note: this blog contains details of suicide that some may find triggering, upsetting or distressing. Please refer to our infoline page for organisations that can offer support and assistance. Today, 10th September 2021, marks World Suicide Prevention Day. I wanted to share another date with you. The 26th September 1993, and in 16 days …
"we are excited to partner with mental wellbeing leaders EventWell at this crucial time, joining the growing list of partner organisations in supporting the many vital initiatives, led by EventWell CEO Helen Moon, that bring optimal mental wellbeing to everyone in our industry."
There are many guidelines for the kind of physical activity, and how much, you should do to be healthy. The guidelines are pretty much the same all over the world and include adults with and without chronic illness and disability. When you read any guidelines, it is important to remember that they are goals to …
Fit by EventWell offers a range of breath-work classes that can be safely undertaken at home, and are designed to support you as as you face physical, psychological, emotional, or spiritual challenges. Here’s how to prepare your mind and body to get the most out of your practice. Health concerns If you are living with …
For most people who are not already active, starting a regular exercise programme means making a new habit or routine in your life. This usually involves setting aside a period of time on most days of the week to make exercise a part of your day to day. Exercise programmes that are recommended in guidelines …
Active people are healthier and happier than people who are not! This is true for all ages and conditions, and not moving enough can even cause or worsen physical and mental ill health. Health and fitness makes sense. Yet when faced with being more physically active, people often come up with excuses, concerns, and worries. …
It’s probably safe to say that if you are reading this blog you have already mastered the power of breath - to stay alive! What many of us do not realise though is that the breath is also a powerful tool for relaxation and stress management, and for this purpose it is massively underrated. When …
This month, to honour Maternal Mental Heath Awareness Week, which took place 3rd-9th of May, we spoke to Laura McGrath, the founder of Lola&Lykke; a new Finnish brand founded to support mums' health and well-being. Lola&Lykke is a new Finnish company which has developed maternity wellbeing e-courses plus is soon to launch maternity wellness action …
It’s safe to say that the world has been turned upside down by COVID-19, with the current lockdown measures making it hard to find the motivation to exercise. When this is coupled with the challenges of working from home and limited access to fitness equipment, many of us may find it impossible to commit to …
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HBAA will be supporting EventWell and Buses4Homeless as its charitable social enterprises for 2021, as part of the association’s strategy, aligned to resilience and ethics, as two of its four pillars. EventWell is dedicated to cultivating better mental health and wellbeing, supporting and serving professional and business members and the industry community with the knowledge …
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EventWell - the “Mental Health and Wellbeing Voice of the Event Industry”, launches their “Christmas Party Appeal” – Donation Campaign EventWell are asking that all corporate companies, who are organising their annual Christmas Party Event, to donate the equivalent of a space (or more), to help support those who are suffering hardship within the Live …
There are so many people that have discovered running or the PE with Joe workouts to keep them through the last few months. For me the thing that has got me through is even easier - walking. Simply walking out of the front door and taking the same route around the village as often as …
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EventWell and Glisser are pleased to announce that they have entered into a partnership combining EventWell mental health and wellbeing knowledge and education with Glisser’s first class event and technology solutions. With digital event platforms playing an increasingly important role in the future of event delivery and operations, EventWell recognised that they needed to accelerate …
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When redundancies are in the air, it’s a prime topic for gossip and worry. “Who is it going to be?” “I’m not sure they made the right choice there,” “I’m ok now but does that mean I could be at risk if there’s a next round.” It’s a time of uncertainty, stress and anxiety, and …
Setting up your own business might have been on your radar for a while but when you’re an events professional with a lengthy career delivering in person events, it can be a big decision to make in the face of so much uncertainty. Since international travel is in a state of flux and many events …
Inspired by the calming nature of the sea and her love of the ambiance of candlelight, earlier this year Natalie set about making a few candles in her kitchen for use around the home. She soon found that the methodical process of candle making was a great way to unwind without just slumping on the …
People talk about redundancy being like a bereavement, and yes, there are many similarities. However, there are added elements to it. Some people feel shame; they perceive redundancy to be a stigma, as if the reason they were singled out was personal and not because of a global pandemic. Others may find that it severely shakes …
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At first glance, it may seem unlikely that your diet would affect your mental health, and yet it is not that far-fetched if you think about it on a chemical level. Our brain needs chemicals (i.e. nutrients) for structural as well as functional purposes and where would those chemicals come from, if not from our …
For any event graduate or professional out there, we all know how stressful and jam-packed working in the events industry can be. Even with immaculate and precise planning, things indeed can go wrong. With long hours and pressured deadlines to meet, we all do our absolute best to ensure the highest standard events and customer …
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Thinking of starting a new healthy eating plan? If so, you may find embarking on a healthy eating journey can be daunting especially while many of us may have gained 'lockdown pounds' and wish to get back into shape or improve our health. Whatever your health goals are, whether you are hoping to slim down …
We conducted a Question & Answer session with Events Graduate Lauren Hemingway to get her perspective on how important movement is and how it helped her whilst she was studying and whilst working. Lauren graduated with a degree in Event Management in 2019 and including her placement year, she has now worked in the industry for …
We all know that movement is an essential part of our lifestyles and there are many benefits to incorporating movement into our day-to-day lives. Whilst there are many positive elements associated with movement, two which stand out to me in particular are stress reduction and mood enhancement. The events industry is commonly known to be …
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The blending of movement with the practice of meditation is not particularly new; its benefits are well known. However, it was only during the lockdown that I began to recognise this form of self-care, which combines mind and body, as a growing trend. For some, this might even become an alternative to traditional, immobile meditation. …
1. Airplane mode - Set a time for this (eg 8.pm) 2. Supplement - Small handful of nuts before bed (source of tryptophan), supplements like 5HTP, Magnesium glycinate, Melatonin might help. 3. Blackout - Draw the curtains, tape up anything that emits light with black tape. Ensure your room is dark. Alternatively use an eye mask. …
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