One Day Can Change Your Whole Life: Inside Global Wellness Day

In this enlightening episode of The StarrCast Podcast, host Lisa Starr welcomes wellness visionary Belgin Aksoy, the founder of Global Wellness Day. From her beginnings in the Turkish hospitality industry to the creation of a worldwide movement touching over a billion lives, Belgin shares the deeply personal journey that led to the birth of Global Wellness Day—and the unstoppable passion that continues to drive it.

Listeners will hear how a cancer diagnosis at age 29 sparked a transformation not only in Belgin's own life but in the wellness journeys of people around the globe. With a mission rooted in gratitude, simplicity, and service, Belgin reveals the surprising origins of Global Wellness Day and how it's grown from a small hotel event to a massive celebration in 170 countries.

This episode is a must-listen for spa professionals, wellness entrepreneurs, and anyone interested in turning personal insight into global impact.

Key Takeaways

• • The origin story of Global Wellness Day started with a personal health crisis and a mysterious inner calling.
  • True wellness is not about perfection, but balance—and it’s accessible to all, regardless of status or income.
  • The event is founded on volunteerism and authenticity, operating without a formal organization or profit model.
  • Global Wellness Day encourages simple, impactful actions through its 7-Step Manifesto, such as drinking more water, walking more, and doing a good deed.
  • The movement's annual theme—"Reconnect Magenta"—reminds us to reconnect with ourselves, our community, and nature.