Your mental health matters.

Work can be rewarding, but it can also be stressful, overwhelming, and at times, a lot to manage. Whether you’re actively job searching or settled in a role, looking after your mental health is just as important as progressing your career.

It’s okay to not be okay.

There’s still a lot of pressure to “push through” at work, but the reality is everyone has off days, difficult periods, and moments where things feel too much. Recognising that early and giving yourself space to pause can make a big difference. We speak to people every day who are:

• facing redundancy
• unexpectedly out of work
• job searching for long periods
• under pressure in stressful commercial roles
• or just feeling overwhelmed

And we know how much that can impact confidence, finances and mental health.

300,000

people leave the UK workforce each year due to mental health difficulties.

70%

of people say being unemployed negatively impacts their mental health 

Looking after your mental health doesn’t have to mean big changes. Sometimes it’s the small, consistent things that help most:

• Taking proper breaks during the day
• Setting realistic boundaries with work
• Talking to someone you trust
• Stepping away when you need to reset
• Spend some extra time with your pets

You’re not alone

If you’re struggling, there is support available - both in and outside of work. Whether that’s speaking to your employer, reaching out to friends or family, or accessing professional support, taking that first step matters.