You're not alone, really Money worries can sometimes affect our mental health. Sadly, these two topics are the elephants in the room that so many of us ignore. Research* shows that: 1 in 4 people will experience a mental health problem of some kind each year 50% of us feel stressed about our finances. Yet only 16% of us are comfortable talking to our financial provider about vulnerabilities like mental health.
Our #MentalWealth promise to you To listen, without judgement Talking about mental health doesn't have to be uncomfortable. All of our customer support teams are trained to make those tricky conversations easier. You’ll only need to tell us once Rest assured, once you’ve let us know what you’re going through, you won’t have to repeat the details every time you contact us. To help manage your account We'll work with you to find a manageable solution to get yourself sorted. Contact us
Steps to get you started These resources are developed by Mental Health & Money Advice, a service that is delivered in England by Rethink Mental Illness opens in a new tab, a charity we've proudly partnered with for years. The Stress Bucket When there’s a lot on your mind, it can feel like a bucket overflowing. Take some simple steps to stop your worries piling up. Download file: Manage your Stress Bucket (pdf - 471kb) opens in a new tab The Avoidance Cycle Unpaid bills, niggling to-do lists… Putting things off can leave you chasing your tail. A simple conversation could break the cycle. Download file: Break the Avoidance Cycle (pdf - 318kb) opens in a new tab Mental Health and Money Toolkit Take control of your money worries with this series of useful guides and activities. They could help you to better understand your situation and make positive changes. Learn more about the Mental health and Money Toolkit opens in a new tab Provided by