Celebrating Global Wellness Day
Global Wellness Day originated in 2012 after its founder Belgin Aksoy realized that the desire to live well is a global dream embraced the world over. Growing from a celebration at one Turkish spa eight years ago to events held in 130 countries at over 5,000 locations, the overarching motto is: “One day can change your whole life!”
The fundamental purpose of the day is to make people aware of the value of their lives. The point is, even if just for one day of the year, to stop and think, get away from the stress of urban lifestyles and bad habits, and to find peace. Ultimately, it is meant as a journey of self-discovery where people find that they can change their whole lives and are given the tools to do so through exercise, healthy eating, and spiritual teachings.
The 2022 theme is #ThinkMagenta. Amidst all of today’s challenges, pausing to take time out and a deep breath can bring positivity and add color to our thoughts.
All Six Senses Spas around the world have prepared a schedule of complimentary activities. Depending on the location, you can enjoy the experiences at sunrise or sunset, on the beach or in the forest, or on the jetty.
The program is not just for adults but for all the family. We encourage you to switch off from tech and use the time to reconnect with yourself, your loved ones, and the world around you.
With a little time travel, highlights include:
Six Senses Kaplankaya: 7:00 am – Breath awakening morning walk
Six Senses Laamu: 8:00 am – Sunrise Beach Yoga
Six Senses Qing Cheng Mountain: 8:00 am – Jogging tour to Qingcheng Mountain temple
Six Senses Fiji: 11:00 am – Create your own face and body mask at the Earth Lab
Six Senses Uluwatu, Bali: 11:00 am – Body Balance
Six Senses Yao Noi 3:00 pm – Pranayama for guests with Dr. Anil at the Wellness Pavilion
Six Senses Ninh Van Bay: 3:30 pm – Paddleboard yoga
Six Senses Botanique: 4:00 pm – Foraging and tea blend making with Lincon
Six Senses Fort Barwara: 5:30 pm – Breathwork with sound healing
Six Senses Con Dao: 6:30 pm – Candle meditation
Six Senses Samui: 4:00 pm – Sound meditation
Six Senses Ibiza: 5:00 pm – Guided Ecstatic dance with Izabel
Six Senses Kocatas Mansions, Istanbul: 1:30 pm - Laughing Yoga with Özden Kurnaz
Six Senses Zighy Bay: 10: 00 am – Emotional cleanse group meditation
Six Senses Shaharut: 12:00 pm – Aqua yoga with Liraz in the indoor pool
Six Senses Zil Pasyon: 5:30 pm – Sunset Kayak
On social media look for the hashtags #globalwellnessday and #GWD2022 to follow what happens from sunrise to sunset around the globe on June 11.
For more information, please email enquiries-spa@sixsenses.com.
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