because life happens every day….
Thursday 12 September is R U OK? Day. This National Day of Action reminds Australians that every day is the day to ask, ‘Are you OK?’ and start a meaningful conversation with colleagues, family and friends.
By having regular, meaningful conversations, you build trust and normalise talking about what’s really going on, so when the people in your world find themselves struggling, they know you’re someone they can talk to.
How to have an R U OK? conversation
You don’t need to be an expert to reach out and ask someone ‘Are you okay?’ – just a good friend and a great listener.
Use these four steps and have a conversation that could change a life:
- Ask R U OK?
- Listen
- Encourage action
- Check in
Is your team or site planning an event for R U OK? Day on Thursday 12 September?
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Here are some of the things you can do to recognise and show your support for R U OK Day?
- Put the four steps above into action by having a genuine R U OK? conversation with someone who needs it.
- Set aside a little time at a team meeting or morning tea to talk about the topic with your team.
- Register for the virtual event run by R U OK? Day on the 12th September.
- Update your email signature and Teams background to promote awareness of the day
For leaders:
- Share this Easy Read with people we support. We have also created talking points to go with this.
- Take a look at this Workplace Mental Health Toolkit by Black Dog Institute on creating a mentally healthy workplace.
- Reach out to Converge Manager Assist for coaching and advice on leading a mentally healthy workplace.
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