Did you know World Mental Health Day is on October 10th every year? It’s a global reminder to prioritize mental wellbeing, reduce stigma, and support one another.
While biscuits won’t fix everything, they can bring a moment of comfort, spark conversations, and even help raise awareness in the workplace. For the past few years, we’ve been baking up creative ways to celebrate World Mental Health Awareness Day at work—and this October, we’ve got some tasty, meaningful ideas to share.
Why Celebrate World Mental Health Day in the Workplace?
Work can be stressful. By marking World Mental Health Awareness Day in the office, you send a powerful message: mental health matters, and employees’ wellbeing is valued. Small gestures—like offering a biscuit with a thoughtful note—can go a long way in fostering connection, gratitude, and mindfulness.
3 Sweet Ideas to Mark World Mental Health Day at Work
1. Positive Message Biscuits
Simple, effective, and delicious. Why not surprise your team with a desk drop of custom message biscuits? Think notes like:
- “You are appreciated.”
- “Thank you for what you do.”
- “Take time to breathe.”
These small tokens can boost morale and show genuine appreciation, while tying into the spirit of mental health awareness in the workplace.
2. Take Time to Talk: Biscuit & Tea Breaks
Encouraging colleagues to step away from their screens is a powerful way to reduce stress. Send out a biscuit and teabag (or coffee sachet) combo with a note inviting people to:
- Share a cup of tea, biscuit, and a chat with a colleague
- Take a mindful break during the workday
- Connect over something simple and comforting
This activity supports mental health in the workplace by encouraging downtime, connection, and open conversations.
3. Creativity & Mindfulness with Biscuit Decorating Kits
Mindfulness doesn’t have to be complicated. We provide biscuit decorating kits that spark creativity while encouraging relaxation. Options include:
- Branded biscuits
- Edible ink pens to “write your own message”
- Paint-your-own edible palettes
It’s a fun way to promote mindfulness activities at work—and yes, you get to eat your artwork!
Make World Mental Health Day 2025 Memorable
This October 10th, take the opportunity to do something small but impactful in your workplace. Whether it’s through appreciation biscuits, mindful tea breaks, or creative downtime, these gestures can make a meaningful difference.
