Workplace Mental Health Triage Tools From The Mental Health Comedian

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Trigger warning This episode discusses suicide and mental health Listener discretion is advised If you or someone you know needs help please reach out to a trusted friend a mental health professional or a crisis hotline in your area Workplace mental health is not just a tick-box exercise it s a vital actionable step toward saving lives This discussion with Frank King a renowned advocate and mental health comedian underscores the profound impact of mental health awareness and suicide prevention in professional settings With 85 of suicides occurring among people aged 18-65 many of whom spend their days at work the workplace becomes a critical arena for intervention Frank shares actionable strategies for spotting warning signs fostering open communication and building organizational trust Leaders and colleagues alike can play a pivotal role in recognizing and addressing mental health challenges before they escalate The key takeaway Starting the conversation could save a life About the Guest Frank King known as The Mental Health Comedian is a renowned Suicide Prevention and Postvention Public Speaker Trainer and Corporate Comedian With over 20 years as a writer for The Tonight Show and 38 years in stand-up comedy he has shared the stage with legends like Jerry Seinfeld Ellen DeGeneres and Adam Sandler Turning his lifelong battle with depression and suicidality into a platform for change Frank has delivered 12 TEDx Talks including the acclaimed A Matter of Laugh or Death He combines humor with lifesaving insights to break the stigma surrounding mental health equipping audiences ranging from corporations to schools with tools to recognize and address mental health challenges His resilience extends beyond mental health having survived significant physical health challenges which he jokes about with grace A passionate advocate and author Frank inspires others by proving that where there is humor there is hope Website mentalhealthcomedian comAbout the Host Your host Maartje van Krieken brings a wealth of experience from the front lines of business turmoil With a background in crisis management managing transformation and complex collaboration she has successfully guided numerous organizations through their most challenging times Her unique perspective and practical approach make her the go to First Responder in the arena of business turmoil and crisis Podcast Homepage https www thebusinessemergencyroom com https www thechaosgamesconsulting com https www linkedin com in maartje Thanks for listening Thanks so much for listening to our podcast If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening please share it using the social media buttons on this page Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode Leave a comment in the section below Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app Leave us an Apple Podcasts reviewRatings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you If you have a minute please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Click here to visit this podcast episode

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