FREE! Tough World, Tough Minds: Staying Mentally Fit in the Construction Industry

A No-Nonsense Guide to Looking After Yourself in a Demanding Trade

Description

A No-Nonsense Guide to Looking After Yourself in a Demanding Trade
Construction isn’t for the faint of heart—and these last few years have made it even tougher. When your day is packed with deadlines, noise, safety risks, and problem-solving, your mind takes a beating. If that stress builds up without a release, it can lead to burnout, anxiety, and even depression. That’s bad news for your body, your work, and your relationships.
This session is for anyone in the trades who wants to stay mentally fit, sharp, and steady—even when life and work get chaotic. You’ll get straight talk, real tools, and useful habits to protect your mental health without needing to "talk feelings" if that’s not your thing.
 
Topics Covered:
  • Recognizing early warning signs of mental burnout in yourself
  • Tools to take back control of stress, anxiety, and overwhelm
  • Practical daily strategies that actually work—even on the busiest jobsite
  • Building resilience and staying focused when the pressure is high
You’ll Walk Away With:
  • A mental health check-in strategy that fits your life
  • New habits to lower stress without slowing you down
  • A personal toolkit for long-term mental toughness
  • Resources that are built for people in high-demand industries like yours

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this course.

Who Should Attend

This session is for anyone in the trades who wants to stay mentally fit, sharp, and steady- even when life and work get chaotic.

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