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April is Stress Awareness Month and the campaign this year is #bethechange. 

April is Stress Awareness Month and the campaign this year is #bethechange. April is Stress Awareness Month and the campaign this year is #bethechange. The idea is to implement small changes that can have a bigger impact on overall stress levels and how we manage stress.  Below are 5 simple ideas shared by www.stress.org.uk that you can use to help gradually reduce stress. 1. Build a Daily Stress-Reduction Habit: Choose one simple action to reduce stress, such as taking a short walk, pausing before meetings, or setting boundaries. Practice it consistently each day for 30 days. Track your progress to notice how this habit improves your energy, focus, and wellbeing. Pick what fits best with your schedule and needs. 2. Reframe One Limiting Thought Daily: Identify one thought...

Keeping the mental health conversation going – Celebrating International Women’s day

Keeping the mental health conversation going - Celebrating International Women’s day In recognition of International Women’s Day, Eloise Hall, Strategic Partnership Director at e.surv, hosted a thoughtful and engaging discussion exploring the factors that influence women’s mental health and wellbeing within the mortgage and financial services sector. Joined by Nicola Firth, Founder and CEO of Knowledge Bank, and Kath Stagg, Founder and Managing Director of Stagg Mortgage Services, the conversation brought together three experienced leaders who shared honest reflections on the pressures, expectations and opportunities facing women in the industry today. The discussion explores the many influences on women’s mental health, including the challenge of balancing professional responsibilities with family life, the impact of imposter syndrome, and the importance of building supportive networks. Each speaker...

New series of ‘Keep the Conversation Going’ videos launches with powerful first episode featuring Alice Hendy MBE of Ripple suicide prevention

New series of 'Keep the Conversation Going' videos launches with powerful first episode featuring Alice Hendy MBE of Ripple suicide prevention Produced in association with the Mortgage Industry Mental Health Charter (MIMHC), the quarterly series brings senior industry voices into candid, face-to-face discussions about mental health and wellbeing—moving beyond surface-level commentary to explore personal experiences, pressure, leadership responsibility, and the coping strategies that sustain high performers. The inaugural episode features Alice Hendy MBE in a deeply personal and thought-provoking conversation. Speaking with honesty and clarity, she reflects on the experiences that have shaped the creation of Ripple suicide prevention, the emotional realities of losing a sibling, and why creating space for open dialogue remains essential—not only across financial services, but within society.. Hosted by Jason...

MIMHC Mental Health & Wellbeing Survey Report 2025

MIMHC have completed its latest annual Mental Health and Wellbeing Report for 2025. Our 'White Paper' report explores the current sentiment which exists within the mortgage industry and importantly, highlights key areas in which mental health provision needs to improve. Whilst there are some pleasing trends there still remains work to do;- Employer participation in wellbeing initiatives is now up to circa 70% Professional contentment has improved vs 2024 Work/life balance stabilising (circa 34% improved) but More people are working from home permanently or hybrid yet 22% indicate mental health is poor or of concern Our 2026 mission is to serve the sector needs and our focus is very much on;- Promoting Healthier Balance We’re encouraging healthier working hours, better rest, and improved sleep habits...

Keeping the mental health conversation going – Episode 18

Jason Berry interviews Richard Croll of Equifinance In the latest ‘Keep the Conversation Going’ interview, Richard Croll, regional sales manager for South & South Wales at Equifinance, joins Jason Berry, group sales director of Crystal Specialist Finance and co-founder of the Mortgage Industry Mental Health Charter (MIMHC). In this discussion, Croll opened up about overcoming a life-threatening illness during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic — a time when isolation and fear were already running high across society. Croll reflected on his journey to recovery and the perspective it’s given him on health, resilience, and the value of human connection: He said: “Being seriously ill during the pandemic was incredibly tough — physically, mentally, and emotionally. “At a time when the world was already turned...

Keeping the mental health conversation going – Episode 17

Jason Berry interviews Paul Purewal of Coventry Building Society In the latest ‘Keep the Conversation Going’ interview Paul Purewal, corporate account manager at Coventry Building Society, shared his insights with Jason Berry, group sales director of Crystal Specialist Finance and co-founder of the Mortgage Industry Mental Health Charter (MIMHC). During this conversation, Purewal and Berry discussed how employers can nurture team spirit, how the lessons learnt from playing team sports can read across to the work environment, appreciating the mental health benefits of a good walk and approaching alcohol with caution. Purewal said: “Playing team sports teaches you a huge range of skills, from communicating with people to thinking collectively and helping others, dealing with success and failure and training to improve yourself. “Sports also help...

Keeping the mental health conversation going – Episode 16

Emma Hollingworth turns the tables to interview MIMHC Co-Founder Jason Berry In the Mortgage Industry Mental Health Charter’s (MIMHC) latest ‘Keep the Conversation Going’ interview, Emma Hollingworth, chief distribution officer at LSL Group, turned the tables to interview Jason Berry, group sales director of Crystal Specialist Finance and co-founder of the MIMHC. MIMHC provides a platform for signatories to share insights and strategies for promoting mental wellbeing in the workplace. In a wide-ranging conversation, the pair discussed why mental health and wellbeing are so important to Berry, why – supported by Jo Breeden – he decided to co-found MIMHC, the progress the charter has made. The pair also highlighted what still needs to be done to make a real difference in the mortgage industry. Berry...

Keeping the mental health conversation going – Episode 15

Jason Berry speaks to Mark Harrington Mark Harrington, CEO of L&C Mortgages, discusses the sea change in corporate culture and how we can be effective mental health ‘first-aiders’ for the latest video in the Mortgage Industry Mental Health Charter (MIMHC) interview series. Harrington celebrated the fact that discussing mental health is no longer a taboo, but part of everyday life in the workplace, and explained how L&C works to support its colleagues, both in the office and those working remotely. Harrington spoke to MIMHC co-founder and group sales director at Crystal Specialist Finance, Jason Berry, for the organisation’s latest ‘Keeping the Mental Health Conversation Going’ video. The forum provides a platform for industry leaders to share insights and strategies for promoting best practice mental wellbeing...

IPTF Podcast – How Your Mindset Can Make or Break Your Income Protection Advice

IPTF Podcast - How Your Mindset Can Make or Break Your Income Protection AdviceListen to the Podcast: Let's Talk Income Protection is back for Season 2 and we're bigger and better than ever. Bigger episodes, bigger insight and even more Matt Chapman plus a new co-host, Stevie Arnoldi from SEA Studios, the new Content Associate for the IPTF. In this month's episode, we focus on Mindset and Time to Talk Day, the nation’s biggest mental health conversation. It’s a day for friends, families, communities and workplaces to come together to talk, listen and change lives which is run by Mind and Rethink Mental Illness. Do you ever catch yourself assuming clients will say no before you’ve even had the conversation? Your mindset could be the...

Coping with Loneliness at Christmas

The festive season is known as a time of joy and connection; however this isn’t the case for everyone! Sometimes, it can have the opposite effect, and you may feel lonely and disconnected more now, than ever this year. You might feel pressure to immerse yourself into the festive fun, but the truth is, you’re not always up to it and would much rather be cosy at home with a cuppa than dancing the night away with a cocktail in hand. There may be times when you’re included in the festivities but are finding it difficult to be present whether it’s around family, friends or colleagues, you can still feel a sense of disconnect and loneliness. It could be that you’ve lost a loved one…

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