Lumpy Rug Day
May 3, Saturday
Meanings of the day
- Literally: a day to pay attention to old, uneven rugs that may be hiding something or need to be replaced
- Figuratively: a day to stop "sweeping problems under the rug" and instead face them openly and honestly
How can you celebrate Lumpy Rug Day?
- Refresh your interior by removing or replacing an old rug
- Do a deep clean of your home
- Talk about and resolve lingering personal or work-related issues
- Start fresh — get rid of things you no longer need, both in your home and in your mind
What does the rug symbolize in this day?
The rug can be a metaphor for how people sometimes hide unpleasant things by "sweeping them under the rug." That’s why this day also encourages honesty, clarity, and order — both in our spaces and in our lives.
Interesting fact:
Although the origin of the day is unclear, it is often used in social campaigns that promote honesty, emotional openness, and well-being.