On its 7th year, World Change Day was celebrated with great enthusiasm on July 7, 2024.
Since its inception in 2018, World Change Day has been observed annually on the same date with events organized by representatives of the International Change Federation (ULUDEF). These celebrations take place both across Türkiye and in various countries worldwide.
This year’s events were held in many cities and districts across Türkiye, including Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir, Antalya, and Bodrum, as well as in countries such as Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Bosnia & Herzegovina, the USA, and Azerbaijan.
A Celebration of Change
Change is a phenomenon that deserves celebration because it represents the renewal of life—the replacement of the old with the new. When approached consciously and with awareness, change becomes a joyous occasion filled with music, dance, and song.
However, unconscious and unintentional change can bring pain and struggle. It can feel like an ending, as the old makes way for the new without clarity or understanding. Unfortunately, many people experience both birth and death without awareness, missing the deeper significance of these transformative moments.
When change begins without awareness, it often continues that way, leading to an unconscious life and, ultimately, an unconscious end.
But a changemaker is different. A changemaker is fully aware of both the beginnings and endings in life and is eager to share this awareness with others.
How to Embrace Awareness in Change?
Start with your breath.
Breath is a simple yet powerful tool for fostering awareness. Begin by observing your breath—notice it as you inhale and exhale. Follow its rhythm and be present with it. This simple practice will lead you on a journey of conscious transformation.
Your path of change is unique to you, shaped by your individuality. Through breath awareness, you will discover something profound: You are not just the one who breathes; you are the observer of your breath. This realization can transform your life!
When the old version of you makes way for the new, breathe consciously and fully to ensure a smooth and painless transformation.
Music, Dance, and Joy
When the new you is born, it’s time to celebrate! On World Change Day, participants experience this rebirth through the breath of change, emerging as renewed individuals. This transformative process is celebrated with joyous music, singing, and dancing—a true festival of life and renewal!