We ALL have mental health, and we all need to look after it; our own and that of those around us.

In the note on our 60:40 hybrid working model that Regis shared in August he talked about the importance of our face-to-face encounters “in supporting patient care and also colleague care“.

And this article, translated for us into plain language by Ryan Jenkins here, builds on the notion that we thrive when we are given a good level of autonomy, we consider ourselves competent, and we are connected – we’re social creatures and need to bounce of one another. “Together we’re healthier. Together we’re stronger. Together we belong.”

Whether you’re in the office today bumping into friends and colleagues or notice someone falling via a Teams chat. Check in.

And whether you’re in the office today or at home and in need of support, don’t be alone – lean on a friend or colleague. It’s what we’re here for.