World Mental Health Day 🧠- Creating Psychologically Safe Workplaces
On World Mental Health Day, let's talk about psychological safety… one of my favourite buzz words, because it’s not just *that*, it’s the foundation of high-performing teams and mentally healthy workplaces.
So what is it? It's the belief that you won't be punished/embarrassed for speaking up with ideas, questions, concerns, or mistakes.
The impact of higher levels of psychological safety is profound – google research identified teams had higher levels of collaboration and engagement.
Some of the things you can do to foster psychological safety:
Lead by Example: Share your own vulnerabilities and mistakes
Encourage Open Dialogue: Create spaces for honest, respectful communication
Embrace Failure: Treat mistakes as learning opportunities, not punishments
Practice Active Listening: Show that all voices are heard and valued
Recognise and Reward: Acknowledge those who speak up and contribute ideas
Remember, building psychological safety is an ongoing process, not a one-time event. Want to assess and improve psychological safety in your organization? ðŸ§