Mental health versus mental fitness

Much time and energy has been focused on wellbeing and mental health in the UK through the media, business networking and advisory groups over the last three years – and rightly so.

However, my view is that there is risk that drawing too much attention to this area can make mental health conditions a popular and even a desired trait. I believe that it is “healthy” and “normal” to experience a full range of emotions – both positive and negative based on one’s day-to-day experiences, culture, and thoughts. I also believe these happy and sad feelings help shape our beliefs and values which in turn can direct our actions, words and behaviours towards ourselves and others.

There is little doubt that counselling/therapy from trained medical professionals is required for certain mental health conditions and when one is experiencing more frequent symptoms of poor mental health. 

The coaching I offer to business leaders is for mental fitness rather than for poor mental health and if counselling can be described as helping someone get out of a hole; then I would describe coaching as helping someone climb a mountain.

I provide bespoke 121 coaching sessions delivered with a proactive approach aiming to ignite well-being, performance, and growth and helping leaders become more resilient, realise their potential, and thrive.

Coaching in mental fitness is a proactive approach to caring for mental health and provides a range of tools to help coachee’s support themselves in a sustainable way.

Coaching provides an opportunity for even the most seasoned of executives to develop themselves further. For less experienced leaders, it can give them the confidence, skills and self-awareness needed for a long and successful career.

Professional coaching can meet both personal and professional needs with conversations and support that tackles issues from personal development and conflict resolution to concerns about burnout, procrastination, and low confidence. Typical goals that business leaders work towards include: -

Improved techniques for managing stress Being proactive about how they care for their mental health Enhancing their inclusive leadership skills Becoming a better communicator A desire to invest in their personal growth and professional development Better work performance  Becoming a better overall leader

If support with mental fitness sounds like something that could benefit your organisation, get in touch. I’ll be delighted to discuss your needs and share further details of how I can help you.