Why we all need to practice emotional first aid | Guy Winch | TED Talk

Take some time to learn about stress management and mental wellness with the TED Talk "Why we all need to practice emotional first aid." We'll go to the doctor when we feel sick or have a nagging pain, so why don't we see a health professional when we feel emotional pain like guilt, loss or loneliness? In this talk on mental health awareness, author and psychologist Guy Winch explains how we can all practice better emotional hygiene––what he describes as taking care of our emotions and our minds with the same diligence as we take care of our bodies––to develop the resilience and grit to thrive.

Learning objectives:

• Practice better mental, psychological and emotional hygiene
• Recognize the importance of taking care of our mental health