On 26 September, ISHCMC-AA celebrated “Global Be Well Day” (GBWD) – a special event for all Sun Bears to recharge and reflect on the true meaning of being healthy. This event not only encouraged physical activities but also offered a chance for students to reconnect with themselves and others.
What is Global Be Well Day?
“Global Be Well Day” (GBWD) is an annual event celebrated across all schools within the Cognita community worldwide, including ISHCMC-AA. Recognizing that students often focus on building knowledge and physical strength while overlooking the importance of mental wellbeing, GBWD is held each year to inspire and reinforce awareness of the need for balance between body and mind. To achieve holistic development, students are encouraged to care for both their physical and mental wellbeing – learning to maintain emotional balance, healthy routines, and mindful daily habits.
“Global Be Well Day” at ISHCMC-AA
During the recent Global Be Well Day (GBWD), ISHCMC-AA students took part in a variety of engaging and meaningful activities. A highlight of the event was a sharing session on how to build a healthy sleep routine – helping students learn to plan their rest time wisely and ensure sufficient, quality sleep each day. This activity helps us realize that sleeping is the easiest and most powerful way to boost our health and mood.
Besides, the students also explored the food pyramid by identifying which foods belong to each category (carbohydrates, protein, fat, and more). It might sound easy at first, but some foods really surprised us! Through fun interactive games, we easily gain more interesting facts about nutrition and learn how to build balanced meals.
Then came one of the most creative moments of the day: pillow-making! We crafted our own mini pillows by knotting fabric together — a calm, mindful activity that symbolizes rest, relaxation, and care for ourselves.
At the end of the day, we ended up with energizing outdoor games such as capturing the “SunBear”, tic-tac-toe, and rock-paper-scissors on massage mats to enhance our physical health.
“Global Be Well Day” – More than just a day of fun
Global Be Well Day (GBWD) is more than just an opportunity for students to relax and create joyful memories with their friends and teachers. It also offers all ISHCMC-AA students valuable lessons on how to refresh their energy and maintain their balance in daily lives. By applying what they learned – from sleep and nutrition to relaxation and exercise, it is hoped that students can turn healthy habits into part of our everyday routines.
