Working While Unwell: Real Talk on Health, Energy, and Expectations

Whether managing chronic illness, recovering from short-term sickness, or supporting colleagues facing health challenges, this event offers real toolsand supportive insights for a healthier, more sustainable work life.

Join our expert panel including occupational health specialists, leadership coaches, and people with lived experience for an honest conversation about the realities of working while unwell.

This session will empower you with practical strategies to manage your energy, communicate your needs effectively, and set boundaries that protect your wellbeing without sacrificing your career.

Event Details:

Date: 29th July, 2025

Time : 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM BST

Location : Virtual

What to Expect:

· Understand how health impacts energy and workplace expectations

· Learn actionable techniques for managing workload and self-care

· Hear from experts and peers sharing real experiences and solutions

· Build confidence to advocate for your needs with managers and teams

Who Should Attend:

· Employees balancing health and professional demands

· Managers and HR professionals seeking supportive strategies

· Anyone interested in improving workplace wellbeing and inclusion

Reserve your place today and take the first step towards thriving at work and beyond.

Speaker

Saadiya is a certified Mindset Transformation Coach and Mindfulness Expert living with Sickle Cell Anemia. She has spent 30+ years building her mental fitness and emotional resilience through evidence-based methods rooted in mindfulness. This has helped her to navigate the corporate world, successfully set boundaries, and manage negative thoughts and emotions.

After 8+ years in the corporate world, spanning big 4 consulting, international diplomacy, and the NHS, Saadiya founded MIND VIBE and is trained in transformational life coaching, Breathwork, Mindfulness, and Meditation. She offers 1:1 Coaching, Breathwork & Mindfulness Masterclasses, and Mental Fitness training for teams. Her work is engaging, empowering, and rooted in a deep understanding of the realities of living with chronic illness.

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