[HEAD UP KEYS]

Most people want some satisfaction out of their careers. But for one job in particular, heading to work each day is filled with creativity, communication and appreciation. Can you guess what job it is?

Hairstyling! Hairstyling is rewarding, but it is also demanding: physically and emotionally.

With Head Up Keys, you’ll learn how to better handle stresses from the salon, so that your talent can shine bright.

Are you ready? Welcome to your Head Up Keys!

Key Learning: mental health– stress – anxiety – depression – burnout -  self-care – setting boundaries.

Did you know that 1 in 5 people experience a mental health condition each year? 

Stigma prevents 40% of people with anxiety or depression from seeking help.

This is why it is important to know the signs of a mental health challenge. It is the first step to taking action to help your wellbeing. In this episode, you will learn 4 important topics related to mental health: stress, anxiety, depression, burnout.

The notebook will help you put in practice what you learn throughout this episode. Go to section 1 of the notebook: reflect on any signs you may have experienced, find the correct definitions and many more!

Key Learning: mental health– stress – anxiety – depression – burnout – stigma.

Do you want to learn how to support your own wellbeing and better manage your work stress? Watch now Ep. 03 – Self-care.

Let’s talk self-care!  These are the daily actions we take to look after ourselves.

In this episode, we will take you through the 3 pillars of self-care: body, mind and social.  Learn how to create a self-care routine that will help you calm your nervous system and build your inner strength.

You will get the chance to practice the box breathing exercise, movements against MSDs (musculoskeletal disorders) and reflect on ways you can start to help your body manage stress! Don’t forget to write that in your Head Up notebook.

Ready to start your self-care journey with Head Up Keys?

Key Learning : mental health– self-care - body – mind – social – box breathing – MSDs.

Did you know that setting boundaries with clients & co-workers will help you reduce your work stress? Watch now “Ep 04. Setting boundaries.”

There are certain stresses in your daily job that you simply can’t avoid. Whether you’re a freelancer, employee or manager, a great way to reduce work stress is to learn how to set boundaries and communicate them clearly.

In this episode, you will learn how to  set boundaries with clients & co-workers.

Clients can be late, maybe they don’t like their hair… whatever the scenario, we will help you be prepared. If you work in a salon,  you also play a part in creating a healthy salon culture: focus on good communication and help build psychological safety.

Go to section 3 of the notebook and put in practice what you learnt. Check pages 26 & 27 to find out some work policies we recommend to help you get started.

Key Learning: mental health– setting boundaries –clients – co-workers – psychological safety – work policies.

Thank you for joining us in Head Up Keys, we are proud of your commitmment and self-reflection. Your self-care journey does not stop here. We hope that you continue to use the tools you learnt, to care for yourself and others.