RUOK? Yes I am, thanks for asking

In the spirit of RU OK day on 11 September 2015 I would like to share a personal RUOK story.

It had been an awful day.  Someone close to me was unwell and they were having a really bad time.  It hurt to see them so poorly.

I was struggling to keep myself together and and a friend of mine noticed this.  She came up to me and asked if I was ok.  I choked out a response that I was too upset to talk and fled.  A short time later I received a text from her.  She had been through a similar experience and understood.  Knowing that she understood and was there for support was immensely comforting.

I was glad she asked the question.

RU OK?

At HR Business Direction we are able to assist with developing a mentally healthy workplace and getting a return on investment from your people – even when works not the problem.  Contact us here.

HR Business Direction supports R U OK? In the promotion of regular, meaningful conversations in the workplace.  

Do you or a loved one need help?  Find help now. R U OK? is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to encouraging and empowering all people to ask “are you ok?” of anyone struggling with life. Our vision is a world where everyone is connected and is protected from suicide. Find out more: ruok.org.au

 

 

 

 

 

Christina Willcox MHSc; PostGradDip OHS; BBus(HRM)
Workplace Health & Safety Specialist
christina.willcox@hrbd.com.au
07 3890 2066
www.hrbd.com.au