Mental Health Awareness Month: Carrying It Forward
As Mental Health Awareness Month comes to a close, it’s an opportunity to reflect not just on what we discussed throughout May, but on how we carry those learnings forward into our everyday work, relationships, and communities.
At Survey, this month has been about more than awareness. It’s been about creating space for real conversations, reinforcing small habits that support wellbeing, and continuing to build a culture where people can show up as humans first.
Because mental health is not always in time. It’s how we work together every day.
What We Learned from Our Team
One of the most meaningful parts of this month has been hearing directly from our employees. Across teams, a few clear themes emerged around how people stay grounded and support each other in a fast-moving environment.
Staying grounded in constant change
In a fast-paced business, resilience often comes from perspective and focus.
Anna Lim shared:
“Go with the flow, see change as part of the process rather than a disruption.”One team member reinforced the importance of self-compassion:
“Every movement or step you make is closer to your final goal, no matter how small it is. Be kind to yourself. You’re doing the best you can with what you have.”Josué Medina highlighted the value of reducing overwhelm by simplifying focus:
“I’ve learned that I have to go one thing at a time. I have found myself more productive when I stop thinking on different tasks at the same time.”
Small habits drive sustainable wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is rarely built on large changes it’s shaped by consistency and intention.
Li Saenz shared a practical approach to staying organized and motivated:
“My best piece of advice is to intentionally write down every single task you have. Being able to physically cross completed items off provides a sense of satisfaction and fuels my drive for the next day.”She also emphasized the importance of intentional effort:
“I believe there is real power in writing down not just your goals, but the specific intentions and actions behind them… By fully committing to the process and doing more than just the basics, I know I delivered my absolute best regardless of the final outcome.”
Connection is foundational to support
Across the organization, connection consistently showed up as one of the most important factors in workplace wellbeing.
Anna Lim noted:
“Making time for connection. While the work we do is important, so is making the time for building relationships.”Gio Alvarado shared how this shows up in leadership:
“I try to create space for my team to pause and recharge, especially in fast-paced moments. Even small check-ins can make a big difference in how supported we all feel.”Josué Medina reinforced the impact of support systems:
“When you know that someone can support you, it becomes easier. Challenges can have different points of view, and we always get the best output together.”
Support shows up in everyday actions
What stood out most is that support doesn’t come from large programs; it comes from consistent, everyday behaviors.
Anna Lim described feeling supported through:
“Empathy, patience, and understanding during difficult moments.”Josué Medina highlighted how clarity and flexibility play a role:
“Having exact deadlines and being flexible on priorities… makes it easier to make a mental map and follow it until the end.”
Together, these moments create an environment where people feel supported, valued, and able to do their best work.
Bringing Mental Wellness Into Everyday Work
As we move beyond May, the focus is on continuing to embed these behaviors into how we operate:
This is how awareness turns into a lasting impact.
How Brands Are Showing Up at the Shelf
Mental health doesn’t stop at the workplace and increasingly, it’s influencing how brands show up in the market.
At Survey, we’re proud to partner with brands that are doing more than talking about wellness. They are building it into their products, their communities, and the way they support both employees and consumers.
These “better-for-you” brands are showing up at the shelf in ways that reflect a broader commitment to wellbeing:
Purpose-driven and giving back
Functional wellness and brain health
Mindful drinking and mood support
Foundational wellness through hydration
Access to fresh, better food
Advocacy and community impact
The Role of Retail in Wellbeing
What these brands have in common is a shift in mindset: mental health is not just a message it’s part of the product experience.
At the shelf, this shows up in:
For retailers and brands alike, this represents a meaningful evolution in how wellness is defined and delivered.
Carrying It Forward
Mental Health Awareness Month is a reminder, but the real impact comes from what happens next.
The habits we build, the conversations we continue, and the choices we make at work, at home, and even on the shelf all contribute to a more supportive and sustainable approach to wellbeing.
At Survey, we’re committed to continuing that work every day.
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