World Day of Joy
August 1, Friday
Purpose of the holiday
World Joy Day is conceived as a day dedicated to reminding people of the importance of positive emotions, inner harmony, and joy in each person's life. The organizers emphasize that happiness and joy are not just personal feelings, but factors that can positively influence society as a whole.
Initiator
Alfonso Becerra from Colombia is the author of the holiday idea. He advocates for the use of culture and art to spread positive values in the world. He proposed creating such a day to unite people around the idea of joy and happiness as universal human aspirations.
How it is celebrated
The celebration usually includes:
* concerts, flash mobs, theatrical performances;
* educational and cultural events;
* acts of kindness;
* spreading positive messages on the internet and social media.
In many countries, the holiday is supported by activists, schools, cultural centers, and volunteers, even though it is not an official day off.
Interesting fact
Although World Joy Day is not as widely known as the International Day of Happiness (celebrated on March 20 under the auspices of the UN), it attracts attention as a grassroots initiative aimed at improving the emotional climate in society.