01 December 2025
December 2025
As we close out the year, December offers a unique opportunity to reflect on what truly matters—people, planet, and purpose. For many, the festive season can be joyful yet challenging, so prioritising wellbeing is essential. Encouraging flexible schedules, mindfulness breaks, and open conversations about mental health helps create a workplace where everyone feels supported. Diversity remains at the heart of this approach, ensuring that celebrations and traditions are inclusive and respectful of all cultures and beliefs. By embracing these values, we strengthen our sense of belonging and community as we head into a new year.
As a proud B Corp, we know that sustainability and social responsibility are not seasonal—they’re year-round commitments. December is a great time to reduce environmental impact by opting for eco-friendly decorations, minimising waste, and supporting ethical suppliers for any company gifting. These small actions reflect our bigger mission: balancing profit with purpose and leaving a positive mark on the world. Together, let’s make this month not just about festivities, but about reinforcing our shared pledge to people and planet.
We’d love to hear from you! Share your own tips for inclusive celebrations, wellbeing practices, or eco-friendly ideas. Your insights can inspire others and help us make December—and every month—a time for positive impact.
And last but certainly not least, a little something for the child in all of us – save this link for December 24th to track Santa on his way around the world, delivering gifts to one and all! Official NORAD Tracks Santa
Happy Christmas!
NEW dates have been added to the GROW Academy workshops but spaces are filling up, so be sure to secure your place – Virtual Workshops – RHG (rhgconsult.co.uk)
| WORKSHOP NAME | DATE | TIME |
|---|---|---|
| Time Management Techniques | 2nd December, 2025 | 09:00-12:30 |
| Mindfulness | 11th December, 2025 | 09:30-15:00 |
| Presenting With Confidence | 21st January, 2026 | 09:00-12:30 |
| Introduction to Project Management | 28th January, 2026 | 09:00-12:30 |
| Being Socially Responsible | 18th February, 2026 | 09:00-12:30 |
RHG’s library of online micro-learning courses is rapidly expanding to support your learning journey. Learner Resources
Finally, here are some more observances to note:
| Bodhi Day (Bhuddist) | 1st | Also called Buddha’s Enlightenment Day, it commemorates when Siddhartha Gautama attained awakening — or enlightenment — some 2,600 years ago, becoming the Buddha. |
| Hanukkah (Jewish) | 14th | Hanukkah is the Jewish Festival of Lights. The word ‘Hanukkah’ means ‘Dedication’ in Hebrew. It celebrates a miracle that happened in Jerusalem over 2,000 years ago. It begins at sundown on the 14th December and lasts for eight days. |
| Yule (Wiccan/Pagan) | 21st | Marks the Winter Solstice, which is also the shortest day and longest night. |
| Christmas Day | 25th | A national holiday in the UK, meaning schools, government offices, and most businesses will be closed, allowing families and friends to come together for one of the year’s most anticipated celebrations. |
| St Stephen’s Day | 26th | Saint Stephen’s Day is the second day of Christmastide and is celebrated in honour of one of the first Christian martyrs, Saint Stephen, who was stoned to death in 36 AD. |
| Boxing Day | 26th | Boxing Day is a national holiday in the UK and other Commonwealth countries that falls on December 26, the day after Christmas. |
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