Deep in the heart of Texas 🇨🇱 this week for The International Association of Foundation Drilling Safety Summit 2025! Powerful conversations were had about construction workforce leadership burnout & #suicideprevention. #WorkplaceMentalHealth #ConstructionWorkingMinds #LeadershipBurnout

PODCAST: Monica McConkey brings both lived experience & clinical expertise. She grew up on a farm in Minnesota & has spent 30+ years supporting farm families thru hardship, loss & healing. www.sallyspencerthomas.com/hope-illumin... #RuralMentalHealth #FarmStress #SuicidePrevention #HopeIlluminated

There’s nothing quite like the Pacific Northwest. Mt. Rainier rising out of the fog like a ghost on Halloween. Pt 1 #suicideprevention w Wash State Patrol Pt 2 of the trip was soul food. Over a messy, glorious seafood boil (gloves on, laughter loud), Cal Beyer & I swapped wins, worries, and dreams.

Culture change doesn’t happen just because we care about mental health. It happens when we systemize, embed, and normalize it—turning wellness from an afterthought into a daily operational standard. www.sallyspencerthomas.com/headspace/77 #HeadspaceForTheWorkplace

In my latest Headspace for the Workplace episode, Brandon Evans and I explore how wellbeing needs reps & recovery -- just like physical fitness. www.sallyspencerthomas.com/headspace/77 #headspacefortheworkplace

This quote from my podcast guest Monica McConkey has stayed with me: “Meeting people where they are means acknowledging their reality - not dragging them into yours.” That’s what it takes to build trust in workplace mental health. www.sallyspencerthomas.com/headspace/76 #HeadspaceForTheWorkplace

Exciting day in West Michigan! We’re thrilled to bring strategic approaches to workplace wellbeing & hopefully the full H.O.P.E. Certification implementation program to this incredible region. #workplacewellbeing #hopecertification #mentalhealthatwork @thementalelf.bsky.social @jbsinger.bsky.social

LOSS Team Conference in Omaha, Nebraska this week. Felt good to connect back into my roots of suicide Postvention and grief/trauma support for people impacted by suicide. @thementalelf.bsky.social

Exciting news! My latest Headspace for the Workplace episode features Brandon Evans of Fire to Light! Brandon is a retired firefighter & fierce advocate for #mentalfitness. www.sallyspencerthomas.com/headspace/77 #headspacefortheworkplace @jbsinger.bsky.social @firstresponders.bsky.social

“If mental health is a human right… How are we protecting it on the job site?” When someone is silently struggling, are they truly seen? Or is their situation treated as a personal issue, out of scope? More on World Mental Health Day www.who.int/campaigns/wo... #ConstructionWorkingMinds @who.int

I made it from Carlsbad, CA all the way to Louisville, KY. Today’s meeting is packed w construction business owners and executives who are leaning in, asking the hard questions, and ready to move the needle on mental health in construction. #SuicidePrevention #ConstructionWorkingMinds #SCOARMeets

“AI isn’t here to replace the human touch. It’s here to spark the right words at the right time—so leaders feel less stuck when a tough conversation about mental health comes their way.” — Alex Willis www.sallyspencerthomas.com/hope-illumin... #TechForMentalHealth #AI #HopeIlluminated

Thrilled to feature Alexander Willis — a former NFL Tampa Bay Buccaneers player turned leadership coach — on this week’s #HopeIlluminated podcast! We talk about #AI, #leadership, and #mentalhealth. Tune in: www.sallyspencerthomas.com/hope-illumin... #WorkplaceMentalHealth @jbsinger.bsky.social

On the most recent episode of the "#HeadspaceForTheWorkplace" podcast Corey Feist, JD, MBA of the Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes' Foundation shared this insight: “Effective policy starts with listening to frontline workers.” www.sallyspencerthomas.com/headspace/75 #HealthcareHeroes @jbsinger.bsky.social

J. Corey Feist, JD, MBA, CEO of the Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes' Foundation, reminded me in our #HeadspaceForTheWorkplace podcast conversation that “supporting worker wellbeing requires a multidisciplinary approach.” www.sallyspencerthomas.com/headspace/75 #SuicidePrevention #HealthcareHeroes

New episode! Corey Feist of the Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes’ Foundation joins Headspace for the Workplace to unpack why policy reform -- not just awareness -- saves lives at work. www.sallyspencerthomas.com/headspace/75 #HeadspaceForTheWorkplace #WorkplaceMentalHealth

One of Brad Anderson's key takeaways in our Headspace for the Workplace episode: “Get to know people in recovery and ask them about their journey.” Hear more of Brad’s wisdom here: www.sallyspencerthomas.com/headspace/74 #Recovery #Connection #WorkplaceMentalHealth #HeadspaceForTheWorkplace

Brad Anderson, executive at IMA Financial Group, Inc. said something during our Headspace for the Workplace podcast interview that really struck me: “Experience recovery. Go where the miracles are happening.” www.sallyspencerthomas.com/headspace/74 #recoveryispossible #headspacefortheworkplace

New Headspace for the Workplace w Brad Anderson. Recovery wisdom = leadership wisdom. We discuss the paradox of anonymity, as well as the connection between humility & accountability. www.sallyspencerthomas.com/headspace/74 #Recovery #Leadership #HeadspaceForTheWorkplace @jbsinger.bsky.social

Register now for the Convening and the Storytelling Retreat (Oct 24 & 25): www.unitesurvivors.com/lived-experi... What you’ll gain: *Practical frameworks to co-design programs w lived experience leaders *Safer storytelling skills that increase connection *A supportive network that opens doors

This week at NECA in Chicago, I had the privilege of training two dozen new trainers to deliver #VitalCog in Construction—a program equipping the industry with life-saving suicide prevention skills. Also got to hear Scottie Pippen! #CSPW #NationalSuicidePreventionMonth #ConstructionWorkingMinds

On October 24th, we’re gathering for something truly special: the Eye of the Survivor Storytelling Retreat as part of the Lived Experience Collective Convening in Colorado Springs. bit.ly/Eye-of-Survivor #NationalSuicidePreventionWeek #EyeOfTheSurvivor @unitesurvivors.org @jbsinger.bsky.social

Next Wednesday is National Physician Suicide Awareness Day. www.sallyspencerthomas.com/hope-illumin... Please visit npsaday.org to learn more and take action. Together, we can ensure no physician feels alone in their struggle. #NPSADay #PhysicianWellbeing #SuicidePrevention #HealthcareHeroes

We talk a lot about “burnout” in healthcare. But as J. Corey Feist explains in our Hope Illuminated interview, the reality often runs deeper -- moral injury. Listen to our full conversation here: lnkd.in/df2xN6VS #Healthcare #MoralInjury #Burnout #SystemicSolutions #HopeIlluminated

This National Suicide Prevention Week, I’m deeply grateful to share my Hope Illuminated conversation w Corey Feist, CEO of the Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes Foundation. sallyspencerthomas.com/hope-illumin... #suicideprevention #HealthcareHeroes #moralinjury #hopeilluminated #WorldSuicidePreventionDay

Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. Theme: #ChangeTheNarrative. At 8pm local, join #LightACandle to remember, support, and bring hope. Leaders: name the day, share trusted resources & make space for real talk. #WSPD2025 #StartTheConversation #WorkplaceSuicidePrevention @iaspinfo.bsky.social

Today is #988Day Workplaces play a special role in making sure this resource is accessible, trustworthy, and credible for every worker. Explore the Workplace Suicide Prevention Month Toolkit: workplacesuicideprevention.com/national-sui...

Another big insight from my Headspace for the Workplace interview with Scott LoMurray of Sources of Strength: Upstream prevention isn’t extra work. It’s a better way of working. www.sallyspencerthomas.com/headspace/73 #NationalSuicidePreventionMonth #WorkplaceSuicidePrevention

I’m feeling so encouraged seeing our nation come together for Construction Suicide Prevention Week. constructionsuicideprevention.com/2025-stand-d... #CSPW2025 #NationalSuicidePreventionMonth #ConstructionSafety #WorkplaceSuicidePrevention

Just in time for National Recovery Month #HeadspaceForTheWorkplace ep “Use drug testing to help, not to fire.” www.sallyspencerthomas.com/headspace/72 #Construction #Safety #RecoveryAtWork #Leadership #MentalHealth #RecoveryMonth, #RecoveryIsForEveryone #RecoveryIsPossible #RecoveryIsREAL

New episode: Dave Argus’ playbook for recovery-safe jobsites—test to help, not fire + multi-chance agreements with real guardrails. Listen → www.sallyspencerthomas.com/headspace/72 #Construction #Safety #RecoveryAtWork #ReturnToWork #HeadspaceForTheWorkplace

New episode is live! Take a listen to my conversation with Sources of Strength CEO Scott LoMurray on upstream mental health at work. www.sallyspencerthomas.com/headspace/73 #UpstreamPrevention #WorkplaceWellbeing #HeadspaceForTheWorkplace @iaspinfo.bsky.social

Mark your calendars: 9/8 is #988Day! Be part of nationwide movement promoting #988Lifeline & crisis support. Find more information about 988 Day & how you can get involved: 988lifeline.org/988-day/ @988lifeline.bsky.social @jbsinger.bsky.social @988canada.bsky.social #WorkplaceSuicidePrevention

The 2025 Lived Experience Collective Convening is coming to Colorado Springs, October 24–25, hosted by @unitesurvivors.org Keynote: Susie [수지] Reece — “How Lived Experience Changes Systems” Explore sponsorship: static1.squarespace.com/static/65ae8... MORE: www.unitesurvivors.com/lived-experi...

Big News, @necanet Family! I’m headed to Chicago for #NECA25 I’ll be leading TWO #VitalCog in Construction Train-the-Trainer Certification Courses (Sept 11 & 12) + TWO workshops (Sept 13) called: “You Can’t Fix Your Mental Health with Duct Tape” www.necaconvention.org #ConstructionWorkingMinds

Final Days! The Call for Presentations for the Construction Mental Health & Wellbeing Conference closes Sept 5 -- share your tools and tactical takeaways docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... #ConstructionSafety #ConstructionMentalHeatlh #SuicidePreventionMonth #ConstructionSuicidePrevention #CSPW2025

True leadership means prioritizing people and creating psychological safety. Read CURT’s latest: curt.org/2025/08/27/l... Learn how #VitalCog in Construction equips leaders to make mental wellbeing a strategic priority: vitalcog.com/suicide-prev... #ServantLeadership #ConstructionMentalHealth

#ConstructionMentalHealth Training Sept 17 | Bastrop, TX VitalCog in Construction Train-the-Trainer Certification Course Spot warning signs, spark tough conversations & build a culture of safety. www.eventbrite.com/e/vitalcog-i... #ConstructionSafety #VitalCog #SuicidePreventionMonth

I'll be attending the amazing National LOSS Team Conference. Let me know if you're planning to attend so that we can say Hi! 👋 Or register now and join me at the event! whova.com/portal/regis...

Call for Presentations! The 5th Annual #ConstructionMentalHealth & Wellbeing Conference is Feb 23–26, 2026, in Portland, OR. Submit your workshop by Sept 5, 2025. Themes: #mentalhealth, #suicideprevention, #addictionrecovery & more. Apply bit.ly/Construction-MH-Call-for-Presentations

Enter the 2025 Mental Health Toolbox Talk Competition! Deadline: November 1, 2025 Finalists screened live at the 5th Annual Construction Mental Health & Wellbeing Conference, Feb 25–26, 2026, in Portland, OR. bit.ly/MH-TBT-Compe... #psychologicalsafety #suicideprevention #constructionmentalhealth

Zero-tolerance ≠ safety. Turn drug testing into early detection + support. My #HeadspaceForTheWorkplace interview with Dave Argus focuses on keeping people in recovery safe & employed. Listen: www.sallyspencerthomas.com/headspace/72 #ConstructionSafety #RecoveryAtWork #ReturnToWork #MentalHealth

70 UA brothers & sisters. 60 hrs of peer ally & mental health literacy training. From toolbox talks to lethal means safety & suicide prevention — we built skills, trust, & bonds that last. Together, we are better. #PeerAlly #SuicidePrevention

“Technology can help, but professional translation is still essential.” Some things are too important to risk on “good enough.” Getting language access right matters for mental health. www.sallyspencerthomas.com/headspace/71 #LanguageAccess #WorkplaceSafety #AITranslation

“Language access saves lives and money.” Loretta Mulberry on why doing the right thing for workers is also the smart thing for business. www.sallyspencerthomas.com/headspace/71 #HeadspaceForTheWorkplace #SafetyCulture #LanguageAccess #MentalHealthAtWork

Episode drop: Lost in Translation Language access in the workplace can be the difference between life and death. Listen → www.sallyspencerthomas.com/headspace/71 #HeadspacefortheWorkplace #WorkplaceSafety #LanguageAccess #MentalHealthAtWork

“When things get heated, pause and be curious," Dr. Charlie Cartwright This is one of my favorite leadership mindsets from our recent Headspace for the Workplace episode. Listen here: www.sallyspencerthomas.com/headspace/70 #EmotionalIntelligence #HeadspaceForTheWorkplace #WorkplaceMentalHealth

“It’s easy to show up for others on the sunny days; people need us during the storms" @DrCharlieSpeaks Charlie Cartwright said it best in our new #HeadspaceForTheWorkplace podcast episode. Leadership with compassion. www.sallyspencerthomas.com/headspace/70 #leadershipskills #psychologicalsafety

New podcast alert! I sat down with Dr. Charlie Cartwright to talk about what real leadership looks like when times are tough. #PsychologicalSafety isn’t a "soft skill", it’s strategic. www.sallyspencerthomas.com/headspace/70 #LeadershipMatters #HeadspaceForTheWorkplace @jbsinger.bsky.social

In Flagstaff, suicide loss survivors stood in their grief and said: “This is me. This is how my life changed. And this is what must change.” With Sarah Gaer, Sandra McNally & La Frontera EMPACT, we witnessed the healing power of story. #Postvention #LivedExperience #HopeAfterLoss #suicidegrief