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Christmas and mental health

Christmas and mental health

There are lots of reasons that someone in your life might find Christmas difficult. They might worry that they're a burden, or feel like they can't participate. Or they might have mental health problems that make some parts of Christmas more difficult. Click here to read more
Dr Neil Thompson
December 13, 2023
How effective are climate protests at swaying policy?

How effective are climate protests at swaying policy?

As yet another United Nations climate summit approaches in the shape of COP28, which kicks off in Dubai this week, signs of public exasperation with the failure of climate policymaking are plain to see. After three decades of negotiations, greenhouse-gas emissions are still rising and time is running out to stop global heating from reaching catastrophic levels. In response, people around the world are trying to work out how best to get their voices heard. September, for example, saw protests across more than 65 countries. Demonstrators demanded “less talk, more action” outside the first Africa Climate Summit in Nairobi, Kenya — a nation where climate change has already exacerbated insecurities in water and food supplies. In Libya, where flooding killed thousands of people…
Dr Neil Thompson
December 13, 2023
5 ways leaders and managers can promote work from home wellbeing

5 ways leaders and managers can promote work from home wellbeing

Many tout the concept of working from home as a means to boost overall productivity and wellbeing, and for good reason. It permits greater flexibility around family and personal commitments, allows you to work in a comfortable space, and reduces the stress of commuting time and its associated expense. However it's essential to bear in mind that this working from home is only beneficial if undertaken correctly, and remote work can negatively impact mental health and physical wellbeing instead of promoting it, depending on the individual and the structures put in place. Click hear to read more
Dr Neil Thompson
December 13, 2023
Spotlight – The Problem Solver’s Practice Manual

Spotlight – The Problem Solver’s Practice Manual

“Where there are people, there will be problems, but there will also be potential” is a key part of Neil’s work. And that is precisely what this manual is all about – equipping practitioners from various professional disciplines to help people address their problems and realise their potential. Part One provides an extended essay on the nature and significance of problem solving to lay solid foundations of understanding. Part Two then offers guidance on using 101 problem-solving tools that can be used in a wide variety of circumstances. Available from https://neilthompson.info/shop/ or Amazon
Dr Neil Thompson
November 17, 2023
Neil Thompson’s Lessons for Living – Head and heart work at different speeds

Neil Thompson’s Lessons for Living – Head and heart work at different speeds

From time to time we find ourselves in situations where we are finding it difficult to comprehend what has happened – times of loss, crisis or sudden change, for example. It is as if our head knows, but our heart hasn’t caught up, and so ‘it doesn’t seem real’ can be a thought that runs through our mind. This is a perfectly normal phenomenon and nothing to be concerned about in itself. However, we need to be wary of two potential problems. One is that, when we find ourselves in such a situation, we may make decisions that we later regret because we have been destabilized by the change that has occurred. For example, some people can respond quite rashly…
Dr Neil Thompson
November 17, 2023
Stonewall – Unlock the potential of your LGBTQ+ workforce

Stonewall – Unlock the potential of your LGBTQ+ workforce

With over 20 years of experience in workplace inclusion, we know that when lesbian, gay, bi, trans, queer, questioning and ace (LGBTQ+) employees feel safe and valued at work, it transforms the workplace culture to make it a more welcoming, diverse and inclusive space for everyone. Join the thousands of employers – both large and small, local and global – who have benefitted from our Diversity Champions programme, which gives employers the confidence and tools they need to meet the needs of today’s diverse workforce and empower LGBTQ+ employees to thrive. Join today and transform your workplace culture into one that can attract, retain and nurture the top LGBTQ+ employees. Click here to read more
Dr Neil Thompson
November 17, 2023
Neurodiversity hub – Resources

Neurodiversity hub – Resources

Through the passionate efforts of a great many people in the Neurodiversity Hub community of practice, some fabulous resources have been assembled that we hope will go a long way in assisting students and young adults get through their university and college studies, obtain a job and start a career. There are resources for autistic students and young adults, parents and carers, employers, university staff, aspiring entrepreneurs, architects & building designers and senior secondary school students. Click here to read more
Dr Neil Thompson
November 17, 2023
The Disabled People’s Manifesto

The Disabled People’s Manifesto

There are 14 million Disabled people in the UK, and we make up a fifth of the population. We are not a homogenous group: we have different impairments, are different genders, sexual orientations, come from different backgrounds, and live different lives. ​Some of us experience greater injustice, but we have many things in common. We all want to live in an inclusive society where everyone has a fulfilling life and feels connected and valued. We know our lives are not valued equally to others, we experience discrimination and oppression in our daily lives and disabling societal barriers to our inclusion and full participation. ​Disabled people have been the hardest hit by austerity, the COVID pandemic and now the cost-of-living crisis.…
Dr Neil Thompson
November 17, 2023