A sense of wellbeing

Our vision here at The Molar Mindset is not only to improve the wellbeing of dental nurses, but to also inspire nurses to support their colleagues in the workplace – we will achieve this by giving them the opportunity to become health and wellbeing workplace champions.

Back in 2016, whilst working in a mixed dental practice, I went through a period of poor mental health. I was stressed, burnt out and had been diagnosed with depression and anxiety. Although I was in my probationary period in my job, I did what I felt was best for me and I took time off. Whilst I was away from work, I discovered my job had been advertised and that in fact, I did not have a secure role to return to. I was devastated, not only because I was ill, but I had also lost my job too. I was very lucky at this time to have a supportive GP, who really helped me get back on track.