The Building Is Not the Support
A practical August reflection on community mental health support, workplace pressure, and what happens when someone finally asks for help.
It’s hot out there. And not just the weather.
Hot weather, World Cup pressure and workplace wellbeing — July reflections on recovery, mental health, MHFA training and responding well.
Match Fit at Work: Is Football Coming Home?
A June reflection on World Cup fever, pressure, recovery and what it means to be match fit at work without quietly burning out.
I can finally reveal where the garden party was…
Hi Reader, In my previous newsletter, I mentioned that I was attending a garden party… although I kept the details fairly quiet at the time. I can now reveal it was The King’s Trust 50th Anniversary Garden Party at Buckingham Palace. A week after Mental Health Awareness Week, it actually felt slightly ironic — and perhaps quite fitting — to spend the afternoon surrounded by conversations centred around community, opportunity, resilience and support. The charity was originally founded in 1976…
What do you say when someone says “I’m not”? (Workplace Mental Health)
Most people don’t know what to say when someone opens up about mental health. This guide explores real workplace conversations, confidence, and early
Spring is here… but has anything really changed?
Spring is here. But if nothing feels different, it’s time to ask why. A no-nonsense look at wellbeing, habits and real change.
When the World Escalates, Leaders Must Steady.
Global instability affects more than headlines. Explore leadership, burnout signals and what truly sits in your circle of influence.
This pace isn’t sustainable. You know it.
You’re coping. You’re functioning. And it’s costing more than you admit.
Not Feeling ‘New Year Ready’? Read This.
Feeling flat this January? You’re not alone. Start 2026 with honesty, clarity, and practical support for your wellbeing.
Mike, This Was Exactly What I Needed Today’ — Your Final 2025 Edition Inside
Final 2025 reflections from Mike Lawrence: burnout, resilience, awards, recovery, and the moments that mattered most. One to bookmark and share.
The Budget, the Breakdown & the Breakthrough — Read This Before December Hits.
Resilience, reflection, and real-life leadership. Mike Lawrence’s November newsletter tackles stress, loss, and how to stay grounded when life shifts.
Save the Date: The Next MHFA Exchange Is 23 October
Join The Exchange on 23 Oct — a free live wellbeing reset for MHFAiders & managers ahead of MHFAider Day. Register now.
From Berlin to Breakthroughs: Lessons in Resilience and Rebuilding
From Berlin to AI, hormones and missed flights — lessons in leadership, mindset, and staying resilient under pressure
Rust-Out? Oh Great, Another Workplace Buzzword… Or Is It?
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