I often start workshops saying I am not the expert in your life, after 20 years I may know a few things around supporting people’s mental health and creating space to reflect and take action, yet the reality is that you are the person who knows your strategies – you just need a reminder sometimes.
That’s why the engagement part of facilitation is so vital in the wellbeing conversation – this is not a talk at you situation rather a how does this relate to me and my circumstances.
The conversations, sharing of whats worked and hasn’t from people who are in the arena is powerful. It about normalising experiences and the program that I have been running with the Office for Small and Family Business has highlighted this time and time again.
Thank you to Brian Jackway and Mount Barker District Council for hosting three workshops where business leaders have made their wellbeing a priority and have come together to share, connect and do business together.
