Workshop

Stress doesn’t have to feel stressful

Deadlines pile up, inboxes fill and stress quietly becomes normal, until someone goes off sick.

What stress does to us, why some of it is useful, and simple ways to stop it overflowing.

Works well for: Whole teams, and easily adapted for other groups
Length: From a single session to a full day
Delivery: In person or online

What people leave able to do

Explain what stress does

Understand what happens in the body under pressure, and why some stress is useful.

Know their own bucket

Draw their own stress bucket: what fills it, their red flags, and what lets the pressure out.

Stop overwhelm building

Plan their work in a way that stops overwhelm turning into stress, and stress into overwhelm.

What happens in the session

It’s impossible to live a stress-free life. This session is about facing it head on.

What is stress? A natural reaction to pressure, and what adrenaline and cortisol do in the body.
Short and long term. The effects of stress, and why prolonged stress needs dealing with.
The pressure curve. Where healthy pressure becomes too much.
It’s not what happens, it’s how we respond. How our thinking shapes our stress.
The stress bucket. Everyone draws their own on the whiteboard.
Red flags in others. The body language and words that say someone is struggling.
Daily habits. Affirmations, normalising, gratitude, setting an example, language and a smile.

Understanding and managing stress

For: Managers, HR and people leads

The causes of workplace stress, the signs to look for, and what an organisation can do about it.

Mental health and culture

For: Teams and the leaders who shape their culture

What mental health really is, how stigma gets in the way, and how to build a culture where people speak up.

How to have the conversation about mental health

For: Managers, team leaders and colleagues

How to notice when someone is struggling, start the conversation, and know where to point them.

What people say about John on Google

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   Ash Stead 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. As a strength coach, I look for a coach that follows their own advice,  I found that in John, he’s uplifting.

He taught me tools and exercises I could use for my mental performance and energy and guided me through them expertly.

Anyone into sports or training hard physically should defiantly see john!
  
 
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   Joe & Claire Tompkinson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’m fortunate enough to be coached by John and despite him being an expert in mindset and techniques such as NLP, our sessions are always warm and flow so easily. It’s like having a chat with a good friend.

Much of our time is spent discussing mindset techniques in a business / professional context but John has also really helped me understand the link between that and my family life and the wider aspects of wellbeing.

I look forward to our session every fortnight and I’ve actually now asked John to come and coach myself and the wider leadership team in my business.

It’s said of coaching, that it’s an investment in ourselves but I don’t think we always understand fully just how important  that investment actually is.

I can’t thank you enough, John, for the incredible support.
  
 
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   D S 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. John has support the whole team with their Mental Health First Aid at Work qualifications - such a nice guy, couldn’t recommend him more!
  
 
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   Dave Nelson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’ve got to know John both professionally and personally over the last 3 years. He’s one of the most genuine, humble and kindest men around. During the course of the last year I asked him to help my teenage son with his mindset and confidence. My lad loves the sessions and we’ll keep doing them for as long as we can and need them. Thank you, John.
  
 
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   ianbarrettmusic 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. John at JL Mindset is extremely passionate about the topics that he delivers. As a trainer he is engaging, knowledgeable and approachable, putting the needs of the delegates first. I’d have no issue at all recommending/referring John and often do. 👍🏻
  
 
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   Karen Salmon 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We have trusted John with our clients, staff and family for different needs. He is down to earth, professional and empathetic to all situations and emotions. He has made an amazing difference to all their lives and their outlook and given them the confidence to be themselves. He teaches them coping mechanisms which are invaluable and stay with them. He also checks up on all his clients even after sessions are finished. He is our 1st go to when we have a loved ones that need support. And would recommend him to anyone.
  
 
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   Jeff Tucker 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I cant recommend John highly enough, we met through our Charity Best Mates and have passed multiple beneficiaries his way to help them get their lives back on track. John is extremely friendly and approachable but more importantly he is the complete professional.  He also took us through our level 1 Mental Health First Aid Training so if you are looking to do this in business or personal, again, dont hesitate to contact him.

All the best John, thanks for doing what you do.
  
 
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   RWB RFC (Alan Low) 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. John has been invaluable in supporting both individuals needing mental health guidance and our squads with goal setting and performance. His expertise and approach make a real impact, whether in group sessions or one-to-one. During the pandemic, he led a fantastic programme that reached all our senior and junior squads, providing vital support at a crucial time. Players always respond brilliantly to John, and he is an absolute pleasure to work with. Highly recommended!
  
 
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   Nick Holder 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Working with John has been an incredible experience. Before I started with him, I struggled with staying motivated to exercise and was constantly overthinking. From our very first session, John helped me shift my mindset, break free from limiting beliefs surrounding my new job, and build habits that actually work for me. Even going for a walk on one session.
John’s approach is both practical and insightful. He took the time to understand my personal challenges and provided strategies that were tailored to my needs. Thanks to his guidance, I’ve not only become more consistent with exercise but also learned how to manage my thoughts in a way that helps me move forward rather than holding me back.
One of the biggest transformations I’ve experienced is learning to silence my inner critic and take action without overanalyzing everything. John’s support and encouragement have given me the confidence to trust myself more. His coaching has made a big impact on my life, and I’m so grateful for his support!
  
 
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   Laura Dent 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We used John to do our level 3 mental health first aid training, absolutely brilliant delivery, John's teaching methods really helped us understand the content in great detail and we feel so much more competent in our roles!

Thank you John