Celebrating Global Wellness Day

Global Wellness Day (GWD), celebrated each year on the second Saturday of June, is a not-for-profit international initiative dedicated to living well. It was founded in Turkey by Belgin Aksoy and began as a simple social project with a powerful mission: to inspire healthier living across the globe. 

Since its inception, GWD has blossomed into a global movement embraced by over 100 countries, with millions participating in a wide range of free, inclusive activities that promote physical, mental, and emotional well-being, from group workouts and yoga sessions to mindfulness workshops and nutritious eating seminars. 

Each year, a unifying theme helps shape the conversation and energise local efforts. In 2025, that theme is #ReconnectMagenta, a vibrant call to action that highlights the healing power of connection. It invites us to pause, reflect, and actively reconnect with ourselves, our loved ones, our communities, and the natural world.  

This year’s message goes beyond surface-level wellness; it’s about nurturing meaningful bonds that support holistic well-being; physical, mental, emotional, and social. More than just a celebration, Global Wellness Day is a reminder that wellness is a human right, not a luxury. It encourages simple, sustainable changes that can transform lives.  

Why is Wellness Important? 

Global Wellness Day is important because it serves as a powerful reminder to prioritise our well-being in a world that often moves too fast. It carves out space for reflection, encouraging individuals and communities to take stock of their physical, mental, and emotional health.  

In a society where burnout is common and self-care can feel like an afterthought, GWD brings wellness to the forefront, accessible, achievable, and essential. By highlighting small, positive lifestyle changes, it empowers people to take proactive steps toward a healthier, more balanced life.  

More than just a day of activities, it’s a global nudge to slow down, check in with ourselves, and remember that living well isn’t just a goal, it’s a human right. 

How We Can Celebrate Global Wellness Day – In the Office and Beyond

Global Wellness Day is an opportunity to pause, reflect, and recognise that well-being is not an indulgence, it’s a vital part of a healthy, sustainable life. And in the context of our workplaces, it’s a reminder that wellness doesn’t stop at the office door. 

Across the globe, people will mark the day by participating in free and accessible activities such as yoga sessions, guided meditations, wellness workshops, and community walks. These celebrations serve as an invitation to integrate wellness practices into our daily routines, wherever we are, including at work. 

In an office environment, this might mean encouraging regular screen breaks, taking meetings while walking, creating moments of mindfulness between tasks, or ensuring that lunch breaks are respected and away from desks. Even small actions, such as stepping outside for some fresh air, staying hydrated, or simply checking in with a colleague, can have a meaningful impact over time. 

Global Wellness Day is not about grand gestures or achieving perfection. It’s about making thoughtful, consistent choices that support our mental, physical, and emotional well-being. It serves as a valuable reminder that prioritising self-care, whether through rest, movement, connection, or nourishment, is not only beneficial for individuals but also for workplace culture as a whole. 

Wellness isn’t a one-day initiative; it’s an ongoing commitment. But days like this offer a welcome prompt to reflect on where we are, and to take positive steps, no matter how small, towards where we’d like to be. 

Embracing Wellness Everyday 

Wellness isn’t a one-size-fits-all concept. It’s about fostering environments at work and in our personal lives, that make well-being a realistic, sustainable part of daily life. That means recognising diverse needs, encouraging open communication, and building in time to rest, reset, and reconnect. 

Rather than striving for perfection, the focus is on small, intentional habits that support balance. Whether it’s setting clearer boundaries around your schedule, making time for regular movement, or simply pausing to breathe between tasks, these actions can help create a healthier rhythm to your day. 

As we mark Global Wellness Day, consider one simple shift you can make that aligns with your own version of well-being. When we embed wellness into our routines, even in subtle ways, we help build a more supportive culture, both for ourselves and those we work alongside. 

Resources  

https://www.globalwellnessday.org/about/what-is-gwd/ 

https://spa.accor.com/en/global-wellness-day 

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For more information or to join our BeWELL Employee Network, please contact: 

Helen Choudhury
Head of DEI, CSR and Wellbeing
[email protected]  

Safiyah Olaide
DEI, CSR and Wellness Officer
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