Managing Secondary Trauma and Moral Injury: An Operational Framework for Legal Professionals
Legal professionals working in family, criminal, and other high-conflict areas of practice are routinely exposed to intense pressure. Over time, that pressure can take a toll not only on performance but also on well-being, relationships, and professional judgment....
Building Workplace Resilience: Evidence-Based Strategies for Thriving Teams and Mental Well-being
Workplace resilience is often seen as simply the ability to recover after stress or setbacks. But at Eyes Up Training, we draw on the latest psychological research to provide a more nuanced perspective. What is workplace resilience? Recent literature (Hollaar,...
Redefining Resilience through EQ #6: The Power of Psychologically Safe Language in Building Resilient Workplaces
Psychologically safe language is a cornerstone of effective workplace resilience training. Without the right communication tools, even well-intentioned leaders can unintentionally cause emotional harm, particularly when supporting staff through secondary trauma and...
Redefining Resilience through EQ #5: How Life Satisfaction Enhances Workplace Performance and Well-Being
As I explore the resilience equations, I want to view them today through the lens of Life Satisfaction. During my ongoing studies, I have made two interesting discoveries so far about the relationship between resilience and life satisfaction. Resilience and Life...
Redefining Resilience through EQ #4: General Health and The Importance of Resilience Equity
Last month’s Resilience Round Table was an event not to be missed. It highlighted that through collective wisdom, we can break out of silos by applying principles such as Systems Thinking and Chaos Theory. For instance, Kimberly Lechnick brought the aspect of the...
Redefining Resilience through EQ #3: Preparedness Lowers Emotional Impact
There are numerous initiatives aimed at addressing the mental health crisis and workplace resilience. Some of these include Mental Health First Aid, TRiM (Trauma Risk Management—a trauma-focused peer support system), and various well-being offerings such as free...
Redefining Resilience Through EQ #2: Two Equations, Two Perspectives on Resilience
This is the second part of my resilience series. Today, I want to introduce you to two equations that illuminate resilience from distinctly different viewpoints and offer a fluidity that keeps my exploration organic and adaptable. The first of the two was inspired by...
Building Emotional Resilience: A Call to Action for Families and Businesses
This year, I’m diving deeper into the crucial topic of emotional resilience. Having started this exploration last year through my articles in the LinkedIn newsletter, “EQ and Leadership,” I have come to realise just how vital this subject is, especially when it comes...
Redefining Resilience Through EQ #1: Moving Beyond ‘Never Give Up’ Mentality
IntroductionThe Pitfalls of the ‘Never Give Up’ MentalityA Shift in PerspectiveKey Elements of Workplace Resilience1. Honouring the Equilibrium of Giving and Receiving2. Valuing Personal and Professional ValuesThe Call for ChangeConclusion Introduction In an era where...
Unlock Authentic Freedom and Genuine Dialogue with the Power of Emotional Intelligence
I really believe that in a diverse environment, where different world views clash, it's crucial for leaders to develop emotional intelligence skills that enable peaceful and meaningful dialogue, which supports genuine relationship building. Healthy relationships and...