Since the founding of UP Zürich in 2021, we have jointly hosted the annual Strengthen UP event in celebration of #WorldMentalHealthDay.

This event is certainly the highlight of our year, with the UP Community coming together to raise awareness for mental health.

What makes this event so special is that it provides a great opportunity to explore the local experts on our platform, conveniently from wherever you feel most comfortable. Get to know the S-UP-erheroes, as we call them, who are making a positive impact every day by supporting individuals and companies in living happier and healthier lives.

These days, so many of us are too busy chasing goals that we never stop to celebrate the small, positive things that happen daily. And if you never stop, how can you expect yourself to notice these things?

Personalities come in all shapes and colours. Clashing egos in a family can impact the business by hindering growth and decision-making, amongst other negative consequences.

It seems odd that we do not naturally live in the Now, despite the fact that the present moment is all we have. Most people need to learn how to live in the present.

The fear of flying: for those who experience it, the mere thought of boarding an airplane can evoke intense anxiety and dread. But what if there were a way to transform this fear into confidence, and even excitement, about air travel?

In today's fast-paced world, undivided attention is a rare commodity, both personally and professionally, leading to feelings of being unheard and undervalued. Coaching offers a powerful solution by providing dedicated time and focus for deep listening, empowering individuals to address their challenges and achieve fulfilment.

Have you ever found yourself constantly putting others' needs before your own? It's easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of daily life, prioritizing work, family, and social obligations while neglecting the most important person in the equation: yourself. But here's the truth: practicing self-love and self-care isn't selfish—it's essential for your overall well-being, happiness and mental health.

In the realm of life's uncertainties, while we cannot always choose our circumstances, we possess the power to shape our responses; by embracing the liberating mindset of "I Can" over the burdensome weight of "I Must," we unlock a realm of possibilities and resilience, transcending adversity with grace.

Understanding stress in the corporate world is crucial due to its prevalence amidst high-pressure environments, where expectations, long hours, and the fear of failure contribute to burnout.

Achieving peak performance, characterized by optimal functioning and balance between challenge and skill, not only enhances productivity but also fosters resilience, satisfaction, and well-being in individuals navigating the corporate landscape.

After some years in the same job, it starts to dawn on you. You start to feel frustrated and unsatisfied. Every little challenge at work becomes a big burden. This is the time to start thinking about shifting. Whatever the reason was, for you to have started in this profession, in this company, at that time, it was the correct decision. Now it is not.

In this article, you will find some tips for a fulfilling career shift.

Far too often many of us are fully unaware of our personal power or we are far too quick to give it away to others, relinquishing control, and responsibility for the reality we live in. In this blog post I would like to encourage you to take back your personal power by consciously choosing to step out of “Victim Mindset” and into the “Victor Mindset.”​

Are you feeling stuck in your career? You are not sure about your next steps and have started to question yourself whether this career is the correct one for you? Well, these are the first signs that you need a career coach. I know exactly how you feel. And the burning desire to just change, though you are still not sure, as you have obligations and the day-to-day hustle and bustle. A career coach might be just what you need at that moment to unlock your full potential and break free from your hamster wheel.

Have you experienced the following situation? 

You were relying on someone to do something for you. For whatever reason, they didn’t do it. As a result, things are not proceeding the way you planned and you’re getting frustrated. Here is what might be going through your head: ‘Why didn’t they do it? It’s not that hard. I really don’t understand it. I gave them enough time and my instructions were clear. And now this is causing all these other problems. This is so frustrating!

If you can relate to this, then you have experienced what it means to be trapped in the Blame Frame.

Rapport is one of the elements that help create a harmonious environment for good communication.

For a conversation to be satisfying the parties involved need to feel comfortable, relaxed and safe. This environment makes difficult subjects easier to approach. A harmonious atmosphere offers a sense of cooperation, not competition.

Im Yoga geht es nicht darum, möglichst verrückte Posen zu schaffen, sondern um viel, viel mehr. Yoga ist grundsätzlich inkludierend.

Alle können Yoga praktizieren, egal a was man glaubt, woher man kommt, wer man ist. Der Yoga hält seine Arme für alle offen. Neugierig geworden?

Dann lies schnell weiter!

How do you take care of your emotional wellbeing?

If you had asked me this question a year ago, I would have sighed with frustration. With the barrage of mental health information, services, and apps, it seemed like there was a "right way" to do this, and I was hopelessly lost. As someone who had experienced burnout, I tried everything to prevent it from happening again, only to turn well-being into a tedious task.

So, I decided to change my perspective and asked: If well-being was a way of life, what would I be paying attention to instead?

It can be so difficult to even consider asking for someone’s help when you are used to coping with everything on your own. There might indeed be times when you do not even accept help offered. Today, society contains some very bizarre patterns.

It's the time of the year when a lot of people are in full swing planning for the year ahead.

Which, I admit, is slightly stressing me out as I don’t have a clear plan yet for 2024. I deliberately say “slightly” because these days I allow myself to be a bit less structured in my planning.

While continuously striving to be the best version of yourself and having attention to detail can be a great driving force, perfectionism often becomes a roadblock.

How do you know if perfectionism is blocking your path to self-actualization?

When we suppress any feeling, we open up to the possibility of becoming emotionally reactive next time that same feeling is triggered.