Health and Wellbeing

Vitamins and minerals are essential nutrients that the body needs to function. Despite the fact that our body needs them in small quantities, they are essential in many of the body’s processes, including metabolism, cell growth and repair, and reproduction. The main difference between vitamins and minerals is that vitamins are organic whereas minerals are inorganic compounds.

This is the second and final part of our Mindfulness course series. In this course, we will continue to delve into mindfulness and bring in some more advanced techniques that we can use throughout our day. This course contains practical elements to continue your mindfulness journey - we will cover important techniques such as 'Awareness', 'Labeling', 'Loving Kindness' & 'Body Scan'. After this, we'll think about continuing our practice following the course.

This course is important for everyone as it adds crucial skills to assist us with our mental health & wellbeing.

The pursuit of happiness is a universal goal that has been studied throughout history. In recent years, there has been a renewed interest in the science of happiness, with researchers exploring the factors that contribute to well-being.

The holistic nature of well-being is crucial for seafarers, who face unique challenges and spend extended periods away from home. Beyond physical health, mental and emotional well-being plays a vital role in seafarers' overall wellness. Holistic well-being recognises the interconnectedness of physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health and emphasises the need to address each aspect.

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.

What do tennis champions Serena Williams, basketball players Kobe Bryant and Derek Jeter, and endurance cyclist Lance Armstrong all have in common? They are all resilient individuals who have faced countless setbacks during their careers but have ultimately emerged victorious.

Caffeine is the most widely consumed psychoactive substance globally. It can improve alertness, focus, mood and help fight fatigue, however, it also has undesired side effects when consumed in high doses.

Welcome to the Confidence course. This course designed to equip you with the essential skills and mindset necessary to have resilience, empathy, and strategic clarity in today's rapidly evolving landscape.

Journaling is the act of writing down your thoughts, feelings, and experiences in a notebook or diary. While it may seem like a simple practice, journaling has been shown to have numerous benefits for your mental, emotional, and even physical health.

Suicide is, unfortunately, all too common across the world. Most of us will come into contact with friends, family or workmates who are feeling suicidal at some point in our lives. That's why it's so important for us all to have at least a base knowledge of suicide and what leads to suicidal behaviours.

In this course, we will look at the main signs & symptoms of suicidal behaviour and emotional distress. We'll cover an effective action plan to help people when they're feeling suicidal, as well as useful referral options and ideas for self-care. This course is important for all workers.

In today's fast-paced world, it's easy to get caught up in the demands of work, family, and other obligations. However, it's important to remember that taking care of yourself should be a top priority.

Self-esteem plays a vital role in our mental health and well-being. It influences how we perceive ourselves, cope with challenges, maintain relationships, and achieve our goals. Having a healthy self-esteem leads to positive self-image, resilience, better relationships, improved mental health, and increased achievement.