What Are the Best Ways to Celebrate World Mental Health Day in the Workplace (2025)?

Introduction: Why World Mental Health Day Matters at Work

Every year on 10th October, the world observes World Mental Health Day, a global event to raise awareness and break the stigma around mental health.

For HR leaders in India, this day is not just symbolic it’s an opportunity to:

• Prioritize employee wellbeing

• Foster healthier workplace cultures

• Improve productivity and retention

The 2025 international theme is: “Mental health is a universal human right.”

In workplaces, this means ensuring that every employee regardless of role, level, or location has access to inclusive, affordable, and stigma-free mental health support.

Why Should Corporates Celebrate World Mental Health Day?

You may wonder: “Why should our company celebrate?”

Here’s what it brings:

• Reduces stigma: Encourages open conversations about mental health.

• Improves morale: Shows employees their wellbeing is valued.

• Boosts productivity: Healthy minds = sharper focus, creativity, and collaboration.

• Enhances employer branding: Companies with strong mental health programs are seen as progressive.

• Supports retention & engagement: Employees who feel cared for are more likely to stay.

10 Ways to Celebrate World Mental Health Day at Work

Based on Manoshala’s World Mental Health Day 2025 brochure, here are 10 interactive and impactful ideas:

1. Awareness Workshops

Cover key issues like stress, burnout, or relationships. Examples:

• Managing Stress & Burnout

• Emotional First Aid Toolkit

• Resilience in Uncertain Times

2. Healing Workshops

Creative and movement-based sessions for emotional release. Examples:

• Sound Healing & Gong Bath

• Dance for Emotional Freedom

• Inner Child Healing with Visualization

3. Screening Camps & Health Stations

Set up psychological screening booths and wellness corners. Options:

• Mental health check-ups

• Addiction awareness zones

• Digital detox stations

4. Manager & Leader Training

Equip managers to support their teams. Examples:

• Psychological Safety at Work

• Trauma-Informed Workplace Training

• Spotting Mental Health Red Flags

5. Creative & Engaging Activities

Infuse fun into wellbeing. Examples:

• Mandala for Mindfulness

• Improv Games for Resilience

• LEGO Lab: Brainpower Experiments

6. Holistic Wellness Workshops

Connect physical and mental health. Examples:

• Food & Mood Connection (nutritionist-led)

• Yoga for Stress & Burnout

• Financial Wellness & Money Mindset

7. Gratitude & Positivity Corners

Encourage appreciation through gratitude boards or digital walls.

• Physical or digital gratitude boards

• Share thank-you notes for peers

• Weekly “Gratitude Friday” ritual

8. Peer Support Circles

Safe, small-group discussions where employees can share openly.

• Small, confidential group sessions

• Discuss stress and work-life balance

• Set safe sharing ground rules

9. Anonymous Wellbeing Surveys

Gather honest feedback on stressors and use data to shape long-term programs.

• Short, anonymous pulse surveys

• Track stress and workload trends

• Ask actionable wellbeing questions

10. Long-Term Programs & Partnerships

Launch sustainable initiatives like:

• Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs)

• Therapy partnerships

• Monthly wellbeing workshops

Want to bring these programs to life in your workplace? Download Manoshala’s World Mental Health Day 2025 Brochure

Aligning With the 2025 Theme: Mental Health Is a Universal Human Right

For HR leaders, this means:

• Making wellbeing programs inclusive across roles & regions

• Offering resources in multiple languages

• Ensuring affordable access through partnerships

• Driving open conversations to reduce stigma

• Embedding mental health into long-term policies, not one-off events

About Manoshala

At Manoshala, we’ve impacted 3L+ lives through 4,000+ global workshops.We design customized corporate programs blending evidence-based psychology with interactive methods like:

• Mindfulness

• Art & Drama Therapy

• Movement & Yoga

• Stress & Resilience Training

Our mission: to make mental health accessible, engaging, and stigma-free for employees at every level.

Explore our World Mental Health Day brochure to get started: [Download Here]

Final Thoughts

World Mental Health Day is more than a date it’s an opportunity for action. By choosing interactive, inclusive, and evidence-based activities, HR leaders can build stronger, happier, and more resilient teams.

Take the next step: Download Manoshala’s brochure and make World Mental Health Day 2025 a turning point for your workplace wellbeing.

FAQs

1. Why should companies celebrate World Mental Health Day? 

It helps reduce stigma, improve morale, and boost productivity.

2. What kind of activities engage employees most? 

Interactive ones like mindfulness sessions, resilience workshops, and creative formats work better than lectures.

3. How can HRs ensure long-term impact beyond this day? 

By starting sustainable programs like therapy tie-ups, monthly workshops, and regular wellbeing surveys.