The COVID-19 pandemic has taken a negative toll on mental health…many studies have shown the negative impact with increased depression and anxiety symptoms and as a result, Americans seeking mental health services in large numbers.
A primary task of an emotionally attuned leader is to create a psychologically safe and caring environment — especially during times of upheaval and transition. When faced with transition and change, humans tend to react with anxiety and uncertainty.
In an article for Medium — How to Help Your Employees’ Psychological Health as They Continue to Navigate the Pandemic — Dr. Jennifer Contarino Panning discusses the best practices that leaders can implement during this time of uncertainty including acknowledging the weird, practicing being vulnerable, validating emotions, and creating a feedback loop to help navigate ongoing change.
