Culture, Law and Policy

Burnout is a common issue, it can be challenging to recognise the symptoms of burnout but it is essential to do so to take steps to address and prevent it. Burnout is a serious threat in these times of ever-increasing working demands, stress and pressure.

It is no secret that stress and difficult situations are a part of life. No matter how well you plan or how positive you try to be, there will be times when things do not go as expected, and you will feel overwhelmed.

Confidence is vital to success in any field, and seafaring is no exception.

Being physically active can improve your brain health, help manage weight, reduce the risk of disease, strengthen bones and muscles, and improve your ability to do everyday activities.

It is the philosophy and tactics that a person employs to manage, advise, and motivate others that constitute a leadership style; various aspects of a person’s management style might be included in this category. Leaders may also be judged on how effectively they pay attention to and use big-picture methods like achieving business goals.

Have you ever thought about how your eating habits might affect your skin?... In addition to the impact of diet on skin health, the stress of working long hours in close quarters can also take a toll. The hormone cortisol is released in response to stress and has been shown to increase sebum production, which can clog pores and lead to breakouts.

Water is essential for your body to function. It helps flush toxins, regulate body temperature, lubricate the joints, digestion, and keep organs functioning properly. It can also benefit weight loss combined with a healthy diet and exercise routine.

This course is intended to ensure a basic understanding of effective communication between two or more people. Three-way communication is one of the simplest human performance tools that you can master, and It is an important defence in the prevention of errors that can result in incidents.

This course gives an introduction to the regulation of energy efficiency on ships, also known as the EEXI and CII requirements.

We all have a need for connection. We are social animals and can feel isolated and alone without meaningful connections to others. This is especially true for seafarers who spend months away from family and friends. The isolation of life at sea can lead to feelings of loneliness and depression, in fact, studies have shown seafarers have a higher risk of developing mental health problems than the general population.

It is an age-old adage, you are what you think. As a person, your thinking significantly impacts how you perceive and respond to life's challenges. Your thoughts shape your attitude, affecting everything from morale to safety at work. Do we become what we think?... the answer is yes. Our thoughts shape our choices and decisions determining our behavior and who we become.

It can be tough to make physical exercise a habit especially when you are working long hours. In addition, you are often away from home for long periods and you do not have the same access to gyms and workout facilities that you might have at home. When you are tired from work the last thing you want to do is go for a run or hit the weights, but if you can find a way to make working out a habit, it will pay off in the long run.