World Kindness Day
About World Kindness Day
When is World Kindness Day? This holiday is always observed on November 13
It is very kind of you to visit this important page and learn more about World Kindness Day. This November 13 holiday originated in Japan and spread around the world. The objective of this holiday is to encourage us to be kind to others. It helps to create a nicer, better world.
According to the World Kindness Movement website, World Kindness Day is intended to “build a kinder and more compassionate world”. We sure can use more of that.
Therefore, use today as an opportunity to be kind to family, friends, neighbors, and others. Then, you will see how kindness rubs off on others and generates even more kindness. Without a doubt, it is definitely contagious.
How to Celebrate World Kindness Day
Certainly, you can find a wide range of ways to be nice and compassionate today. Here are some ideas:
- Be kind to everyone you meet. Make sure to smile while doing so.
- Encourage others to be kind and promote kindness.
- Organize a group to go out and perform acts of kindness.
- Show compassion and sympathy to people who are experiencing problems or grief in their lives.
- Spread goodwill.
- Find ways to help others.
Today's Quote
“No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted.” – – Aesop
History and Origin of World Kindness Day
World Kindness Day evolved from a series of conferences in 1996-1997 in Japan by a group known as the World Kindness Movement. These conferences brought together groups interested in promoting more kindness around the world. It culminated in the “Declaration of Kindness” on November 13, 1997. With this declaration, a new and very special day was born.
This Day in History
In addition to today’s holiday, here are some things that happened on this day:
- The Holland Tunnel under the Hudson River opens to the public, connecting New York City and New Jersey. (1927)
- False fingernails are sold for the first time. (1952)
- Whoopi Goldberg, TV, and movie actress, comedian, was born on this day in 1949.
Related Holidays
Today is not the only holiday that encourages us to be nice. People who like today’s holiday will also like:
More November 13 Holidays
Besides World Kindness Day, here are more November 13 holidays we’re sure you will enjoy.
More About Today
This Day in History – Indeed, many important events happened on this day.
Famous November Birthdays – Find out who shares your birth date.
Recipe of the Day: Sweet and Sour Cabbage
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