A Heartfelt Thank You: World Meditation Day 2024 & Our Dreamwalkers Launch
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World Meditation Day 2024 wasn’t just a day to celebrate mindfulness—it was a milestone moment for Dreamwalkers Meditations. On May 21st, we launched our mission into the world and invited teachers and students to join us in a collective moment of calm. Today, we want to reflect on that incredible journey, celebrate the shared success, and express our deepest gratitude to everyone who made it possible.
Why World Meditation Day?
When we looked at launching Dreamwalkers Meditations, one day stood out as the perfect fit: World Meditation Day. This global event celebrates the power of mindfulness, and we wanted to share something special with the world—proof that kids love meditating when given the chance.
Meditation isn’t just an abstract concept for adults; it’s an incredible tool for kids to self-regulate, find calm, and unlock their creativity. We wanted teachers, schools, and students everywhere to experience this firsthand. The goal? To bring thousands of students together, meditating simultaneously in their classrooms, proving that mindfulness is for everyone.
How It All Came Together
To encourage participation, we launched a TikTok and Instagram campaign, inviting teachers to sign up their classrooms for free. Watching the registrations roll in was nothing short of thrilling. Each tag, share, and like on our social media posts felt like another spark spreading this incredible movement.
We heard amazing stories, like the teacher who originally registered just her class but, by the day of the event, had signed up her entire school—over 400 students! Two entire school boards joined the effort, showcasing the growing enthusiasm for mindfulness in education.
In the end, we smashed our goal: 23,415 students participated in World Meditation Day through Dreamwalkers Meditations. That’s thousands of kids, teachers, and classrooms collectively taking a moment of calm—together.
When we tallied the final number, I was overwhelmed. Tears streamed down my face as I felt a mix of gratitude, excitement, pride, and humbleness. This was more than just a goal achieved; it was a vision realized, and I was deeply moved by the trust and enthusiasm of every teacher and student who participated.
What We Shared
To make it as easy as possible for teachers, we provided a range of resources:
Two Live Streams on YouTube: These meditations guided students through simple yet imaginative experiences. One focused on making their bodies feel heavy and grounded, while the other took them on a whimsical journey to discover a dragon’s egg that transformed into their very own dragon.
Pre-recorded Meditations: Teachers who couldn’t join the live sessions had five beautifully designed meditations to choose from, ensuring flexibility for every classroom schedule.
SEL Follow-up Activities: Every meditation included a PDF of Social-Emotional Learning activities to help students process and reflect on their experience.
The Launch of Dreamwalkers Meditations
World Meditation Day also marked the official launch of Dreamwalkers Meditations. To celebrate, we hosted a launch party at Black Bellows in Collingwood, ON. Surrounded by friends, supporters, and local community members, the evening was a heartfelt celebration of how far we’ve come—and how far we’re going.
During the event, I (Tyler Boyle, founder of Dreamwalkers Meditations) had the privilege of addressing the room. In my speech, I thanked everyone who made this journey possible. A special shout-out went to Kylie, whose incredible dedication and support were instrumental in building Dreamwalkers. I also acknowledged Raychel for her contributions to this journey.
It wasn’t a flashy event, but it was filled with warmth, gratitude, and excitement for the future.
What’s Next?
World Meditation Day was just the beginning. The overwhelming response showed us how much the world is ready for mindfulness in classrooms. Moving forward, we’re dedicated to making meditation accessible, practical, and transformative for teachers and students everywhere.
Whether you participated in World Meditation Day, joined our launch event, or are simply discovering Dreamwalkers now, we’re so grateful you’re here. Together, we’re creating a world where mindfulness isn’t just an idea—it’s a daily practice that transforms lives.
Thank You
To everyone who made May 21, 2024, a day to remember—thank you. To the teachers who trusted us with their classrooms, the students who embraced mindfulness, and the friends and family who supported our launch, we couldn’t have done it without you.
The journey is just beginning, and we can’t wait to see where it takes us. Until then, let’s keep meditating, keep sharing, and keep dreaming big.
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