I cope with it, society can’t: Debunking taboos around coping strategies 2-Hour Workshop
Life is a rollercoaster—and how we cope during challenging times shapes our ability to move forward. Many coping strategies are stigmatised and misunderstood, often leading to unhelpful responses from those around us. This reinforces entrenched societal stigmas about mental health struggles, which keep people stuck. This workshop creates a safe, non-judgemental space to explore the wide variety of ways people manage stress and emotions. We focus in on the psychology behind common coping mechanisms deemed unhelpful — from doomscrolling, task-avoidance and supressing our emotions — to more stigmatised behaviours like over or under-eating, using substances, and self-harm. These are just a few examples, but the list is endless, and what helps one person might not help another. It is personal, often private, and always shaped by experience. We help participants distinguish between and identify reactive, harmful habits and conscious, effective coping. Through applied psychoeducation, participants will gain practical tools to assess their own coping styles. This isn’t about eliminating every response deemed unhelpful by societal standards; it’s about empowering people to non-judgementally recognise what works for them, understand why it works and, if needed, how to adapt in healthier ways over time. We also tackle workplace implications — how misunderstood behaviours show up in professional environments and what managers and colleagues can do to support without judgement.
Workshop outline:
Explore and understand a wide range of coping strategies in a safe, non-judgemental space.
Learn the differences between proactive and reactive coping.
Gain tools to assess and reflect on your own responses to stress
Understand how coping behaviours can show up in the workplace and how to respond supportively.
Let’s move beyond judgement - and towards understanding what coping really looks like, for everyone.
From £30 per person
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At Mindmaps Wellbeing, we know that every business is unique, and no team is the same. That’s why we’ve developed our range of short, specialist wellbeing and mental health themed workshops—a fully flexible approach to workplace wellbeing training.
Because all of our workshops are short and impactful, you can build a package that truly meets your organisation’s needs. Perhaps you’re looking to manage stress, challenge stigma, or avoid burnout? Maybe your team would benefit from some training on self-care, starting difficult conversations or coping with remote working? Or You choose the sessions that suit your team best.
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Why Mindmaps Wellbeing?
Mindmaps Wellbeing is the trusted training provider for businesses looking to enhance workplace mental health and employee wellbeing. Our training is designed and delivered by registered Mental Health Nurses, ensuring credibility, expertise, and real-world application.
Focus on culture change – Our training goes beyond theory transfer, aiming to embed lasting behavioural shifts that foster a positive, mentally healthy workplace
Flexible delivery options – We offer in-person, online, and hybrid training solutions to fit your organisation’s needs
Proven impact and measurable results – Our training leads to improved employee engagement, productivity, and retention
Engaging and actionable – All our courses include interactive activities, case studies, and real-world applications for immediate impact
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