As Chair of our Health and Wellness Alliance at Staffmark, I’ve had the privilege of working alongside passionate individuals who are committed to making wellness more than just a buzzword in our organization. This month, our goal is simple: to normalize the conversation around mental health and ensure every one of us knows it’s okay to ask for help—and more than okay to take time for ourselves.

Here’s how we encourage you—and ourselves—to prioritize mental health:

• Check in with yourself regularly. Your feelings are valid.
• Support your coworkers and friends. A simple “How are you, really?” can go a long way.
• Take advantage of resources. Whether through employee assistance programs, workshops, or wellness sessions, help is available—and it works.
• Lead by example. When we show up authentically and vulnerably, we give others permission to do the same.

Throughout May, we’ll be sharing tools, stories, and events focused on mental health and resilience. We invite you to engage—whether that’s joining a mindfulness session, reading a personal story from a colleague, or simply taking a moment to breathe.