World Gratitude Day
About World Gratitude Day
When is World Gratitude Day? This holiday is always observed on September 21
World Gratitude Day, a September 21 holiday, is your opportunity to show your gratitude and appreciation. The United Nations Mediation Group created World Gratitude Day to express appreciation for the great things that individuals and groups do. This recognition is on a global basis. According to their website: “World Gratitude Day presents an award to someone who we feel has done something outstanding in the spirit of Globalism.” But, you do not have to have some huge global accomplishment. Rather, look for something that fits this description in your local area.
The United Nations Mediation Group also suggests that you find something to be grateful for, and remember the feeling.
On a smaller scale, seek to give gratitude and appreciation to people in your life who have done good deeds. It could be something as simple as a “thank you” or a card of thanks to someone. Or, you could offer some type of certificate or plaque of appreciation from a group you belong to, for contributions from individuals inside or outside of your group.
When is the biggest day to express gratitude? Why, it’s of course Thanksgiving!
Happy World Gratitude Day!
How to Celebrate World Gratitude Day
First, support the UN Mediation Group’s efforts.
Next, show your gratitude and appreciation toward induvial and groups that do good things for globalism.
Today's Quote
“Gratitude is the sign of noble souls.” – – Aesop
History and Origin of World Gratitude Day
The roots of World Gratitude Day began in 1965 at the International East-West Center in Hawaii during a Thanksgiving Dinner. While at the dinner, attendees pledged to hold a Gratitude Gathering the following September 21st in their home countries. This grew to be an annual event.
This Day in History
Additionally, here are some other things that happened on September 21:
- Duryea Wagon Company, founded by Charles and J. Frank Duryea becomes America’s first automobile manufacturer. (1895)
- Monday Night Football premieres on television. (1970)
- Novelist H.G. Wells was born on this day in 1866.
More September 21 Holidays
Besides World Gratitude Day, her are are more September 21 holidays to celebrate and enjoy:
More About Today
This Day in History – Certainly, some exciting things happened on your birthday.
Recipe of the Day: Pumpkin Dip – It’s great for Autumn parties.
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Flower of the Day: Godetia
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Did You Know? Furthermore, in addition to World Gratitude Day, there are literally thousands of daily holidays, special events, and observances, more than one for every day of the year. Many of these holidays are new. People and organizations are creating new holidays on a regular basis. September holidays are no exception. At Holiday Insights, we take great efforts to thoroughly research and document the details of each one, as completely and accurately as possible.
