National Letter Writing Day
December 7, Sunday
History of the holiday
* The holiday arose as a way to rekindle people's interest in written communication, which has become less popular over time due to emails and social media.
* National Letter Writing Day reminds us of the cultural and historical value of letters as a way to share thoughts, feelings, and memories.
* The idea of the holiday is to inspire people to be creative, express themselves, and communicate more personally through paper and pen.
Goals of the holiday
* Encourage people to write letters and postcards.
* Cultivate a habit of attentive and thoughtful communication.
* Preserve the cultural and historical heritage of letters as a means of communication.
* Create joy and surprise for letter recipients, showing care and attention.
Traditions and activities
* Writing personal letters, postcards, or notes to loved ones and friends.
* Organizing workshops on the art of calligraphy and creating cards.
* Participating in public campaigns and events aimed at exchanging letters with strangers or elderly people in nursing homes.
* Publishing tips and examples of letters on social media to inspire others.
Significance of the holiday
National Letter Writing Day emphasizes the importance of personal and attentive communication. This holiday reminds us of the value of the time spent writing a letter and the joy it brings to both the sender and the recipient. Letters help strengthen relationships, express gratitude, love, and support, creating a special bond between people.
National Letter Writing Day in other years
- 2021 December 7, Tuesday
- 2022 December 7, Wednesday
- 2023 December 7, Thursday
- 2024 December 7, Saturday
- 2026 December 7, Monday