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Checking In on Your Mental Health

This info sheet is part of our Safety Talk series for those who work in tourism and hospitality, developed in partnership with go2HR. Download a printer-friendly PDF version of this info sheet or watch the video.

Our Mental Health Changes Every Day 

Many things we experience at work can impact our mental health: conflicts with a co-worker, rude guests, long and stressful workdays and weeks – not to mention the stressors and challenges we face outside of work and bring in with us. When we’re at our best, we have the capacity and the resilience to absorb these stressors and respond in an appropriate and respectful manner. We can even take great pride in overcoming the challenges that life throws at us.  

Sometimes these challenges can build up and overwhelm us. This can lead to mental illness. Fostering an open and supportive workplace community, as well as building personal resilience, can help us to overcome challenges before they overcome us.  

Recognizing Changes

Check in with yourself. Listen to your body and notice:  

  • Sleep disruption  
  • Changes in appetite  
  • Substance use increase  
  • Changes in energy  

Check in with co-workers:  

  • Notice changes in behaviour  
  • Ask, “Are you okay?  

Listening with Empathy 

 When someone is feeling overwhelmed, sometimes just having someone express that they notice and care can make all the difference:  

  • Offer undivided attention  
  • Listen to understand, not to respond  
  • Restate what you are hearing to reaffirm what they are feeling  
  • Help them connect to resources or supports 

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