Kicking Off Mental Health Awareness Month with Digital Wellness Day (May 1)
May marks Mental Health Awareness Month - a time to reflect on how our daily habits, environments, and systems impact our mental wellbeing.
At Ethical Digital, we believe one of the most influential factors shaping mental health today is our relationship with technology.
That is why we are proud to be part of organizing Digital Wellness Day on May 1st, in collaboration with Digital Resilience Lab and the Digital Wellness Institute.
Why Digital Wellness Matters Right Now
Technology is deeply embedded in how we work, communicate, and live. It powers productivity, connection, and innovation. But it also introduces real challenges:
Constant notifications and interruptions
Increased stress and burnout
Sleep disruption and physical strain
Blurred boundaries between work and life
Exposure to misinformation and digital overload
For organizations, these are not just personal issues — they are business risks. Reduced focus, disengagement, and burnout directly impact performance, culture, and retention.
Digital wellness is no longer a “nice to have.” It is a leadership priority.
What Is Digital Wellness Day?
Digital Wellness Day is a global movement designed to help individuals and organizations build healthier, more intentional relationships with technology.
It is not about disconnecting entirely. It is about using technology with awareness, control, and purpose.
This day brings together educators, businesses, leaders, and individuals around a shared goal:
To create digital habits that support human wellbeing — not undermine it.
Ethical Digital’s Role
At Ethical Digital, our mission is to change the trajectory of the internet by embedding trust, mental wellness, and inclusion into how technology is designed and used.
Our involvement in Digital Wellness Day reflects that mission in action.
We are working alongside global partners to:
Equip individuals with practical, research-backed tools
Support organizations in building healthier digital cultures
Elevate the conversation around digital trust and wellbeing
Provide accessible resources that can be implemented immediately
This is about moving from awareness to action.
How You Can Get Involved
Digital Wellness Day is designed to be simple, accessible, and impactful. Whether you are an individual or an organization, there are several ways to participate:
1. Download the Digital Wellness Playbook
Access practical tools, strategies, and prompts to improve your relationship with technology:
👉 https://www.digitalwellnessday.com/playbook
2. Share Your Commitment
On May 1, 2026 Post one action you are taking to improve your digital wellbeing using:
#DigitalWellnessDay
This could be:
Setting boundaries around notifications
Creating phone-free time in your day
Re-evaluating how your team communicates after hours
3. Become a Featured Ambassador
Step into a leadership role by modeling digital wellness within your network or organization.
👉 Get started through the playbook link above
4. Explore and Share the Research
Browse and share blogs and resources to spark conversation within your teams and communities:
👉 https://www.digitalwellnessday.com
5. Bring Digital Wellness Into Your Organization
Use May as a catalyst to start meaningful conversations about technology, productivity, and mental health within your workplace.
A Message for Leaders
If you are responsible for a team, this moment matters.
Your organization’s relationship with technology shapes:
Employee wellbeing
Productivity and focus
Trust and culture
Long-term performance
Ignoring digital wellness does not make the risks disappear. Addressing it creates a competitive advantage.
Let’s Talk
To support organizations taking action, Katrina German, CEO of Ethical Digital, is available today for conversations, team sessions, and briefings on digital wellness. Contact us if you are looking for a learning session for your team.
We can help you take immediate, meaningful steps.
👉 To book a session or start the conversation, connect with us directly.
Moving Forward
Mental Health Awareness Month is an opportunity to rethink the systems shaping how we live and work.
Technology is one of the most powerful systems we interact with every day.
On May 1st, Digital Wellness Day invites us to take back control — thoughtfully, intentionally, and collectively.