Self care

Zara is a midwife who lives with the pain and fatigue of endometriosis. She tells us how asking for support and some small fixes made a big difference to her work days.

Trauma, violence, busy shift. Hannah talks about the benefits of peer support and having someone walk beside you who understands the reality of the job.

Are you feeling stressed, tired or just not yourself? When was the last time you stopped to think about your health? Answer our self-health check questions to recognise the signs.

Grief is a normal response to loss. How to recognise the signs, and ideas to help you get through it.

Key to our overall health, vital to our quality of life. Your mental health can be tested at work. How to protect yourself and reduce the risks.

Counting steps at work does not replace exercising. The good news is there’s no need for hours-long workouts – try these muscle strengthening tips. No equipment needed.

Joy is more than a good feeling; it may be just the tonic to support your health. Build joy into your everyday and enjoy the mental, emotional, and physical benefits.

Make time to ‘exist’ outside of work. Nurse unit manager Nel shares her ideas for carving out time to do the things you love.

We tend to put the health of others first. But asking for help early can protect our health and wellbeing – and the quality of care we provide. Let’s make it the norm, not the exception. Find out how to support a culture of care in your workplace.