Online event - The Science of Microbreaks
The Insurance Institute of Cardiff invite you to a webinar on; The Science of Microbreaks
Thursday 9th July 2026 -12:00 – 13:00
The webinar will be run via Teams, a global web-conferencing solution. Teams is easy to use, a link and joining instructions will be sent to you at the time of booking.
About the session:
Discover the power of microbreaks - short, intentional pauses during the workday - to reduce stress, sharpen focus, and prevent burnout. This interactive session introduces practical microbreak techniques and explores the neuroscience behind their effectiveness, helping teams embed sustainable habits for everyday resilience.
Learning Objectives:
- Define what a microbreak is and list at least three neuroscience-backed benefits of microbreaks in the workplace.
- Demonstrate at least three practical microbreak techniques that can be implemented during the workday.
- Track and record their use of microbreaks at least twice per workday using a provided habit tracker.
- Evaluate their own work routines and identify two opportunities per day to incorporate microbreaks for improved focus and wellbeing.
About the speaker:
The Course will be run by Steve Heath - Co-founder & Director, Mental Health in Business, Trainer, MHFA Instructor.
Steve is a director at Mental Health in Business and an outstanding trainer and speaker, known for his engaging approach as a Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) instructor. He is deeply passionate about workplace wellbeing, bringing challenging topics to life through powerful insights drawn from his own lived experience with poor mental health.
Steve is also a qualified Clarity coach and a SOURCE Process & Breathwork therapist, with extensive experience working both one-to-one and with groups. His holistic approach and commitment to empowering others make him a sought-after voice in the field of workplace mental health and wellbeing.
Further information:
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CII Accredited
This demonstrates the quality of an event and that it meets CII member CPD scheme requirements.
1 hour's CPD can be claimed for this event if relevant to your learning and development needs.
It is recommended that you keep any evidence of the CPD activity you have completed and upload copies to the recording tool as the CII may ask to see this if your record is selected for review. Details of the scheme can be viewed online at www.cii.co.uk/cpd.