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We'll be back on January 2nd, 2025, recharged and ready to start the year with more pride and purpose! Until then, we wish you a joyful, love-filled holiday season. May your days be merry, bright, and full of sparkle! [Pride Circle, Inclusion, Diversity & Inclusion, Small Business Owners, Holiday Season, End Of the Year Break, New Year Break]

This #WorldAIDSDay, let’s reaffirm a fundamental truth: 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐢𝐬 𝐚 𝐇𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐑𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭. Yet, for many living with or affected by HIV, stigma and discrimination create barriers that make accessing essential care feel impossible. The shame fueled by stigma doesn’t just impact physical health—it isolates, marginalizes, and erodes mental well-being. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐝𝐨𝐭𝐞? Compassion and understanding. They aren’t just kind gestures, they’re powerful tools to break barriers. Ensuring access to HIV prevention, treatment, and care services without discrimination isn’t just about healthcare, it’s about upholding the dignity and rights of every individual. It’s time to challenge the status quo and choose the 𝐑𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐡.  Together, we can create a world where health and rights truly belong to all. ___ 𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐋𝐆𝐁𝐓+ 𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞! ✊ 📩 Reach out to us at DEI@thepridecircle.com 🙌 Access to 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐞, 𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 that empower your teams and elevate your organization. ___ Ramkrishna Sinha | Naomi George | Ayesha Bajaj | Simran Srivastava #MentalHealthMatters #MentalHealth #Wellbeing #Workplace #InclusiveWorkplaces #HumanRights #MyHealthMyRight #PrideCares #DEI #LGBTQ #Pride #LGBT #PrideMonth #PrideAtWork #PrideCircle 

Life can throw challenges our way, but resilience is about bouncing back and taking those small, impactful steps forward – just like Simone Biles.🥰 She’s shown the world that stepping back to prioritize mental health isn’t a sign of weakness but of strength. 💪 When Simone Biles opened up about mental health challenges in 2021, she took time away, only to come back stronger in the 2024 Olympics. Her journey reminds us that self-care, self-discovery, and empowerment are key to staying strong. 👏 Use these points in the post to pick yourself back up after a stressful day at work. Remember, resilience isn’t just a destination, it’s a path we walk together, and like Simone, we can all find the strength to rise, again and again.💖 Looking to build resilience in your organization? Reach out to us at dei@thepridecircle.com and host sessions that teach people to be resilient. #MentalHealthMatters #YouAreResilient #LGBTQSupport #Mindfulness #SelfCare #CommunityStrength #MentalHealthMatters

Did you know that LGBT+ individuals are twice as likely to experience mental health distress compared to others? Stress impacts everyone, but the LGBT+ community faces unique challenges that can further increase their stress levels. From societal stigma to daily discrimination, the hurdles can feel overwhelming. This is a call to action for organizations everywhere to prioritize kindness, and respect and provide effective support for our LGBT+ colleagues. Together, we can create a workplace where everyone feels safe and valued. 💖✨ #MentalHealthMattersatWork #LGBTQInclusion #MentalHealthAwareness #SupportEachOther #ResilienceMatters #MentalHealth

Ever caught yourself thinking, “I can’t be thinking about my personal problems at work”🤯. Whether it's personal struggles or the extra challenge of being your true self at work 🏳️🌈, everyone faces these hurdles. Resilience isn’t about never breaking down. It's about realizing that when anxiety hits 😔 or you’re feeling overwhelmed, it's okay to pause and give yourself a breather—especially at work. 🧘♀️💼 It’s okay to not be okay.

Is your team struggling in silence?🤫 Don't overlook the subtle signals that your employees may be facing challenges. From changes in communication patterns to decreased engagement, these signs can indicate underlying stress or burnout. 😣 Recognizing these signs early can help you support your employees' mental health and create a more resilient, productive workplace. ✨ Let's prioritize well-being together! 😇 #MentalHealthMattersatWork #WorkplaceWellbeing #MentalHealthMatters #BeYourself #InclusiveWorkplaces #MentalHealthAwareness #PauseAndBreathe #WellnessAtWork

Talking about inclusivity is important, but are we really seeing it in action? Managers, are you aware of the signs that your employees might be struggling?😓 Are you really paying attention to your employee needs? 🤔 If this question makes you think twice, here are some actionable steps you can implement. #MentalHealthMattersatWork #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthAdvocate #Inclusivity #MentalHealthIsHealth #SafeWorkingSpace #MentalHealthMatters #WorldMentalHealthDay

The stats in this post are sobering. We are living in VUCA (volatile, uncertain, complex, ambiguous) times, which means we are all vulnerable to distress. Now more than ever is the time to be kind, supportive and inclusive of all who are struggling with poor mental health, including ourselves. #mental #health Pride Cares

Mental health is important for everyone and goes beyond the workplace. By raising awareness and offering support, we can build a kinder and better workplace that’s inclusive and cares for everyone. Did you know that globally, 12 billion working days are lost each year due to depression and anxiety? That’s over $1 trillion in lost productivity! The National Mental Health Survey 2015–2016 showed that 150 million people in India needed mental disorder support, but fewer than 30 million are looking for care. And, we have fewer than 4,000 mental health professionals available to help. But that’s not all, 7.5% of people in India are dealing with mental disorders, which represent one-sixth of all health-related issues. To top it off, India carries nearly 15% of the global burden of mental, neurological, and substance abuse disorders. These statistics not only show us the seriousness of mental health issues but also serve as a call to action to take steps to do something. Every organization plays a critical role in the employee’s wellbeing. The first step is to talk about it.  Corporates can foster a culture of awareness, support, and resilience through dedicated training and mental health sessions. Let’s shine as a beacon of hope in creating safe spaces for everyone, prioritizing mental well-being so that everyone feels valued and supported. If you want to be a part of this important mission, contact the DEI team for sessions on mental health in the workplace. Reach out to us at dei@thepridecircle.com #MentalHealthMattersatWork #MentalHealthMatters #WorkplaceWellbeing Sources:  https://lnkd.in/eA6iyhpk https://lnkd.in/fUhSwqY https://lnkd.in/dDfchPzA

𝐃𝐢𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰? Companies that prioritize employee well-being and mental health outperform their peers by a significant margin — with higher profitability, productivity, and employee retention rates, as per HBR! 🙌 This #WorldMentalHealthDay 2024, Pride Cares invites you to join ranks of industry leaders with our Virtual Roundtable on 𝐏𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐬 & 𝐌𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡! Hear from Smitha Krishnamurthy from Nasdaq and Sanjay Paramesh from HSBC share insights on the following:  🎯 Discover how to equip managers as mental health champions and first-line responders 🎯 Tackle mental health stigma at work, with a special focus on LGBT+ inclusion 🎯 Learn how to safeguard managers' own mental health in high-pressure roles 🎯 Take home practical strategies, real-world initiatives, and expert insights ✊ 𝐈𝐭’𝐬 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐳𝐞 𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐭 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤!  Reserve your spot now: https://tinyurl.com/WMHDRT 🎫 FREE Participation | Limited Spots Available! 🗓️ 1st October, 2024 (Tuesday) 🕒 3 PM - 4 PM IST 📍 Virtual Event on Zoom 👤 Open to Corporate, DEI, HR, Business, Employee Mental Health, Pride ERG Leaders & Decision Makers. — Ramkrishna Sinha | Srini Ramaswamy | Naomi George | Ayesha Bajaj | Simran Srivastava  #MentalHealthMatters #MentalHealth #Roundtable #DEI #Wellbeing #Workplace #Culture #Belonging #LGBTQ #Pride #LGBT #PrideCares #PrideAtWork #PrideCircle