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Help with dealing with the seismic change brought on by CoronavirusApril 6, 2020 - 3:04 pm- What does Coronavirus mean for you?April 6, 2020 - 2:53 pm
- Don’t miss this opportunityMarch 23, 2020 - 6:41 pm
- Don’t let Coronavirus stress you out.March 14, 2020 - 12:29 pm
- Unconditional Love Vs Stress and ResilienceMarch 6, 2020 - 12:18 pm
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Help with dealing with the seismic change brought on by Coronavirus
/in Blog /by AUM ConsultancyThe changes in our lives caused by Covid-19 are unprecedented. How do we grasp the full impact on our lives and the planet? Let me help you to do this by using the 4 C’s:
What does Coronavirus mean for you?
/in Blog /by AUM ConsultancyWe are all approaching the Coronavirus crisis differently. What works for me may not work for you. Before we can help others, it is pertinent to be clear of what the pandemic means for you as an individual…
Don’t miss this opportunity
/in Blog /by AUM ConsultancySelf-isolating means you have more time on your hands. There are many of us who have often thought ‘I wish I had a few weeks where there is no work, no rushing about, just time for myself.’…
Don’t let Coronavirus stress you out.
/in Blog /by AUM ConsultancyDon’t let Coronavirus stress you out. Practical coping tips for stress caused by the Coronavirus outbreak.
Here is some clear, simple and easy advice for coping with anxiety and stress caused by Coronavirus.
Unconditional Love Vs Stress and Resilience
/in Blog /by AUM ConsultancyUnconditional love is an emotion, when we feel this it is transformative and creative – the energy with which everything is made, the power and source of the universe. Everything in the universe is connected by this same energy.
Soul of the World versus Stress
/in Blog /by AUM ConsultancyAre you letting go of the familiarity of the past year, where you may not have been evolving to your full potential, losing touch with the ‘soul of the world?’
Enhance your 2020 vision: Have a stress free year.
/in Blog /by AUM ConsultancyAnother year has begun and no doubt you’ve made some exciting plans for 2020. Maybe it’s getting a new job, maybe it’s a dream holiday or maybe you just want to have a healthier lifestyle. Whatever your plan for 2020, it’s imperative that you approach it with a clear mind and don’t let stress get in the way.
Success and strength are not about statistics or surveys, but about you as a person.
/in Blog /by AUM ConsultancyRead this blog, read it again, share it, tell people about it, but most of all, do something different. Start today on your journey to being stress-free and successful, then do a bit more tomorrow and the day after………hey presto, you are on the journey to health, happiness and success.
Work your way out of stress
/in Blog /by AUM ConsultancyThis week is National Stress Awareness week, so we are casting the spotlight on work-related stress and helping you overcome it.
13 signs that employees may be having suicidal thoughts
/in Blog /by AUM ConsultancyThe focus for this year’s World Mental Health Day is suicide prevention. According to the latest statistics from the Samaritans, over 6,500 people in the UK committed suicide last year, a rise of 11% on the figures for 2017…
Sorry to say, your boss is not your mother!
/in Blog /by AUM ConsultancyThe tears roll down my cheeks, prickling my face with their heat and moisture, just like the waterfalls in Thika Kenya, where I grew up. They whoosh down with an ebb that can I cannot halt. I try and make sense of this surge for a few days until I realise, I have lost a whole generation. My father’s generation is no more- all gone, gone gone….
Autism in the workplace
/in Blog /by AUM ConsultancyLet’s clear one issue up before we begin – Autism is NOT a mental health issue. It’s a ‘lifelong, developmental disability that affects how a person communicates with and relates to other people, and how they experience the world around them.’ (National Autistic Society). See, no mention of mental health at all.
A Life in Words that will bring happiness and health
/in Blog /by AUM ConsultancyAUM Consultancy owner Hansa Pankhania’s latest book BEST OF THREE WORLDS is a memoir of her life.
It has a powerful message that puts diversity into context with the present Brexit Dilemma. It is a passionate soulful account of life as a British citizen and three generations under British colonial rule, an enchanting recollection of a childhood in Africa and an adult life in Britain overlaid throughout with Indian spiritual and cultural influences…
Meditation – by Hansa Pankhania, AUM Consultancy
/in Blog /by AUM Consultancy‘A change is as good as a rest’ probably isn’t a proverb that Prince Harry and Meghan Merkle (or any new parents for that matter) will be identifying within the near future. Whilst becoming parents is one of the most glorious changes in life, it does come with a drastic rise in responsibilities, as well as a drastic fall in rest time…
Announcing an exciting new memoir from author Hansa Pankhania
/in Blog /by AUM ConsultancyThe Best of Three Worlds – The book Immerse yourself in the enchanting recollections of a childhood in Africa and an adult life in Britain overlaid throughout with Indian spiritual and cultural influences. This is a raw, honest, first-person account of the author’s riveting journey to understand who she is as a commonwealth subject and […]
To Inspire managers and employees to excel
/in Blog /by AUM ConsultancyA book with a difference has been launched to help combat the problems of stress in the work place. ‘Success to Success Stories’ by Birmingham based corporate wellbeing consultant Hansa Pankhania takes the form of a series of short stories, each of them accompanied by a commentary, full of expert guidance and tips.
Save time and build your health – All at the same time!
/in Blog /by AUM ConsultancyIn her latest book, AUM owner Hansa Pankhania looks at the problem of workplace stress and offers some simple techniques on how to combat it. In this short extract from the book, Hansa explores the issue of time management.
Is there a more productive way to live and work?
/in Blog /by AUM ConsultancyIt can be a prosperous and productive 2019 if you: • Feel secure and happy in your life • Manage conflicting demands • Be part of a functional team where you can progress as you would wish • Communicate effectively with team members and others • Learn simple techniques that will enhance your wellbeing and […]
Compassion and Care at Christmas
/in Blog /by AUM ConsultancyAnother year is almost at an end, and for many of us, Christmas is often an annual highlight. But it’s not always easy to let go of the stresses that impact our daily lives and enjoy the festive break. That’s where AUM can help, as we bring you our 7 seasonal tips on how to chill out and have the best ever Christmas, with care and compassion.
These Mental Health statistics at work are shocking!
/in Blog /by AUM ConsultancyThese Mental Health statistics at work are shocking! There is a high profile in the media at the moment on Mental Health issues. Numerous celebrities have talked openly about their struggles with poor mental health, and public awareness of mental health problems seems to be better than ever. However, some recent research by Canada Life […]
Keep Calm and Carry on – 7 top tips that will help you sail through the day.
/in Blog /by AUM ConsultancyKeep Calm and Carry on – 7 top tips that will help you sail through the day. We all get stressed at work. The tight deadline to meet, the grumpy customer, the computer that keeps crashing. And why does the vending machine refuse to accept your pound coin?! What’s more, it all adds up and […]
Back to the Future – How to stop dwelling on the past and change to a positive future.
/in Blog /by AUM ConsultancyThe purpose of writing this article is to reassure people who live in the past and are consumed by negative beliefs that it is possible to unlearn this way of being and to get back to a positive future, one step at a time.
Alternative Anger Management – How not to be angry in the first place
/in Blog /by AUM ConsultancyAlternative Anger Management- How not to be angry in the first place. I have written blogs before about anger management where I discuss a few simple techniques to deal with anger such as, breathe to 10, walk away, offload your feelings by writing them out, go for a brisk walk and so on. These are […]
There are many alternatives to alcohol!
/in Blog /by AUM ConsultancyThere are many alternatives to alcohol! I am listening to all the TV and radio debates on government proposals to increase the cost of alcohol to discourage us from drinking so much. The aim is to reduce the enormous costs to the NHS of alcohol misuse and the social and psychological impact of excessive alcohol […]
10 simple, affordable ways to manage stress
/in Blog /by AUM ConsultancyInternational Stress Awareness Day bills itself as an opportunity to “speak up and speak out about stress”. It’s a timely issue: this year, Prince Harry made startling admissions about the stress he suffered following the tragic loss of his mother Princess Diana…
Give yourself the gift of a Stress Free Summer.
/in Blog /by AUM ConsultancySummer holidays are an ideal opportunity to practice relaxation and hence build resilience and well being. Hopefully, it will lead to you integrating these into your routine throughout the year and reap the following benefits.
Communication and the challenges it can bring
/in Blog /by AUM ConsultancyOur Associate Jackie Hart discusses Communication and the challenges it can bring: Communication can be a challenge, it can be a challenge because we are all human beings with our own view of the world and how it works, and as a consequence, we will interpret how others communicate with us in a way that fits into […]
Meditation for Managers
/in Blog /by AUM ConsultancyWin your staff over the natural way! What has meditation, managers and accelerated results got in common? Read on and find out. Eastern Concepts of Meditation and mindfulness training is fast becoming an integral part of management and organisational development input.
Managers: The HEALTH AND WEALTH OF YOUR COMPANY is in your hands.
/in Blog /by AUM ConsultancyDo you agree that the health of your workers is crucial to the wealth of your company? There is a growing empirical base which supports the notion that good worker health and resilience is closely related to increased productivity and innovation.
Are you stressed?
/in Blog /by AUM ConsultancyStress impacts on every part of the human function. If you are experiencing a few of the below than this is indication of stress or an imbalance in your body.
Are you being bullied?
/in Blog /by AUM ConsultancyContact us for support if you identify any of the below. Bullying Behaviours Bullying can take the form of persistent negative attacks on an individual’s personal and professional performance. These attacks are unpredictable, irrational and often unfairly meted out. There are some obvious bullying behaviours, yet most of the time the behaviours are covert and […]
A day in the life of a Stress and Well Being Consultant and Trainer.
/in Blog /by AUM ConsultancyHansa Pankhania is the Director of AUM Consultancy, specialising in Corporate and Personal Stress Management and Author of ‘From Stress to Success’. She is a Fellow of the International Stress Management Association and oversees a team of associates as part of AUM Consultancy.
Your festive gift of a super chilled out Christmas and New Year from AUM
/in Blog /by AUM ConsultancyAUM Consultancy give you the gift of a super chilled out Xmas and New Year break. Just follow these 7 steps as best as you can.
Relaxation Techniques for Busy Workers (and lead up to Xmas!)
/in Blog /by AUM ConsultancyI’m sure you’ve all been there – hard day at work, you just want to unleash a flurry of expletives and bang your head against the steering wheel. It may be a natural reaction to a difficult situation. Sadly, whilst swearing and slamming might make you feel better in the short term it may cause […]
5 Easy Steps to Total Well Being
/in Blog /by AUM ConsultancyAll you have to do is REACH for it and it is yours! Well- being is not a difficult concept. We can all relate to it, the ability to be calm, healthy, creative, happy, fulfilled within ourselves but also in how this relates with the people we love and are important to us. Most people […]
Thoughts on the Jimmy Saville story that has shocked the nation
/in Blog /by AUM ConsultancyHansa Pankhania, Director of AUM Consultancy shares her thoughts on the Jimmy Saville story that has shocked the nation: We have all heard about and been disturbed by the Jimmy Saville child abuse story, but perhaps the most disturbing part of the whole episode is that it is a situation that could affect ourselves, our […]
Managers – Is the wealth of your organisation, slipping through your fingers?
/in Blog /by AUM ConsultancyWhat managers may not fully grasp is that the health and wealth of their company is in their hands. It is not good news to hear the CIPD’s latest research, which shows that stress is the number one cause of long-term sickness absence in the UK. All job sectors showed an increase, with over 50% of […]