International Day of Happiness 2023: Theme, history, significance, ways to celebrate and more

Monday is the International Day of Happiness. Celebrated on March 20 every year, the day is aimed at promoting the importance of happiness and well-being as universal goals for all human beings. The United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution in 2012 which recognized the pursuit of happiness as a fundamental human goal and declared March 20th as the International Day of Happiness.

Celebrating this day aims to raise awareness about the importance of happiness and well-being in people's lives and promote happiness as a universal human right. It also encourages governments, organizations, and individuals to take concrete steps to promote happiness and well-being in their communities and societies.

This year's theme for International Day of Happiness is 'Be Mindful. Be Grateful. Be Kind'. 

In a nutshell, the International Day of Happiness is celebrated to remind people that happiness is a fundamental human goal and to encourage individuals, organizations, and governments to take action to promote happiness and well-being in their communities and around the world.

There are many ways to celebrate the International Day of Happiness. Here are some ideas:

* Practice gratitude: Take some time to reflect on the things you are grateful for in your life. Write them down in a journal or share them with friends and family.

* Do something kind: Spread happiness by doing something kind for someone else. This could be as simple as giving someone a compliment, holding the door open, or buying a coffee for a friend.

* Connect with loved ones: Spend time with the people you love and enjoy their company. Call a friend or family member you haven't talked to in a while, or plan a fun activity together.

* Get outside: Spending time in nature has been shown to boost happiness and well-being. Take a walk in a park or go for a hike in the woods.

* Meditate: Meditation has many benefits, including reducing stress and increasing happiness. Take some time to meditate, even if it's just for a few minutes.

* Laugh: Laughter is a powerful antidote to stress and can boost your mood. Watch a funny movie or spend time with people who make you laugh.

* Practice self-care: Take care of yourself by doing something that makes you happy, such as reading a book, taking a relaxing bath, or indulging in your favourite hobby.

Remember, the International Day of Happiness is all about promoting happiness and well-being, so do whatever makes you happy and spread positivity wherever you go.

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