World Mental Health Day

Today is World Mental Health Day - a powerful reminder that our mental health matters daily.

As we continue to raise awareness, we must remember that real change comes when we act, speak compassionately, and support each other where we can.

Whether it is at home, at work, or in our communities, here are some ways we can nurture mental wellbeing:

1. Truly check in

   Ask someone how they are doing, not just as a formality. Create a space to listen without judgement, even when discomfort arises.

   
   

2. Set boundaries and recharge

   Take mindful breaks, pause on doomscrolling. Build rituals to help you decompress - reading, walks, meditation.

   
   

3. Normalize awareness at work

   Encourage wellbeing breaks. Train your team to spot signs of stress, burnout, or distress.

   
   

4. Find comfort in connection - including with your pet

   They offer companionship, reduce loneliness, and can ease anxiety and stress. Take time to play, walk, or simply sit with them. Their presence can ground and calm us.

   
   

5. Share resources and foster connections

   Forward mental health support contacts and helplines. Invite peers to “check-in chats”. Use your voice to reduce stigma and share your experiences if you feel comfortable.

Let’s commit to action. Let’s build workplaces and communities where mental health is respected, supported, and cared for.

Today and every day, take care of your mental health.

Pause. Breathe. Reach Out.

Everyone, including YOU, deserves compassion, understanding, and care.