ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

• Staff and Team Discussion Questions

  Mechanics of Stress:

• How does the body's response to stress impact your daily activities, particularly in high-pressure environments like the music industry?

• What are some personal signs that indicate when you are experiencing chronic stress?

• Common Causes of Stress in the Music Industry:

• Which stressors mentioned (e.g., long hours, high-pressure situations) resonate most with your experience in the music industry?

• How do you typically cope with these stressors, and what strategies have been most effective?

• Recognizing and Managing Burnout:

• What early warning signs of burnout have you noticed in yourself or colleagues, and how do you address them?

• Discuss the importance of interrupting the burnout cycle. What changes can be implemented to prevent reaching a state of burnout?

• Stress Management Techniques:

• Which stress management strategies presented (e.g., movement, breathing, laughter) are you most likely to incorporate into your routine? Why?

• How can mindful awareness improve your ability to manage stress on a daily basis?

• Boundary Setting and Conflict Resolution:

• What are some challenges you face in setting and maintaining boundaries in your professional life?

• How do you handle conflicts in the workplace, and what new techniques from the presentation might you apply in the future?

• Supporting Mental Health:

• How can you identify when a colleague may need support with their mental health, and what steps can you take to offer help?

• What practices can be adopted to create a supportive work environment that prioritizes mental health?

• Personal Reflection:

• After today's session, what are three changes you plan to make in your daily routine to better manage stress?

• How can you set an example in your workplace or community by prioritizing self-care and stress management?

These questions are designed to encourage reflection, discussion, and practical application of the concepts presented in the workshop.

• Session Slides

• Session Interactive Worksheet

• Mindful Stress Management Resources