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NATIONAL LIPSTICK DAY | JULY 29 National Lipstick Day on July 29th encourages you to wear your best color. For some, lipstick is the only makeup requirement. Whether sheer and light, dark or bright, July 29th calls for all kinds of lipstick. #NationalLipstickDay Throughout the ages, controversy surrounded lipstick. British Parliament banned it in 1770 calling it a devilish attempt ...

National Cheesecake Day on July 30th offers a slice of one of America’s favorite desserts. Order up a cheesecake with your favorite topping. Get it delivered or make it at home. #NationalCheesecakeDay This smooth dessert hits the spot when the end of the meal rolls around. While most cakes have a crumb, cheesecake’s texture is nothing like cake. Indeed, its ...

National Mutt Day encourages us to embrace, save and celebrate mixed breed dogs twice a year on July 31st and December 2nd. #NationalMuttDay Desperately longing for a new home, millions of loving and healthy mixed breed dogs in shelters wait for someone to come and adopt them. National Mutt Day provides an excellent opportunity to find the perfect canine companion. ...

Welcome August! Over half of the year has flown by. 5 more months until the new year. Reflecting on the goals we set for 2024 and what we can do to get past any barriers to out goals. Being organized and planning can definitely help achieve our goals. National Planner Day lights up our calendars on August 1st, bringing together ...

https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/coloring-is-good-for-your-health

How to Celebrate Simplify Your Life Week Make your own world a little easier and freer by joining in with some of these ideas for Simplify Your Life Week: Simplify Your Possessions Marie Kondo may have been one of the most popular names in the organizing and simplifying spectrum lately, but there are a number of other simplifying experts also. ...

Farmworker Appreciation Day celebrated on August 6th, recognizes the hardworking individuals in the agricultural sector. It’s a day filled with gratitude for those who work tirelessly to ensure our tables are never without fresh produce. The significance of this day stems from acknowledging the immense contributions farmworkers make to society and the economy, and it offers a moment to reflect ...

https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/caring-for-your-mental-health

Smiles are contagious, share yours’ with the world! Smile on August 8th to share in National Happiness Happens Day. On this day each year just let it happen. You know.  Happiness.  Because happiness happens.  #HappinessHappensDay The day encourages happiness all day. Recognize every moment of glee, joy, delight, and pleasure. Don't let it pass. Most importantly, a flicker of a ...

Reading can be a healthy coping skill and hobby.   From the scent of a rare first edition book found in an old time book collection, to a crisp, fresh book at the local supermarket, the very sight of a book can bring back delightful memories. Reading as a child, enjoying the short stories, the long books and the ability ...

https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/conditionsandtreatments/mental-illness-family-and-friends

From scissors to knives, from can openers to cork screws, Left Handers (also sometimes called Southpaws) can be the brunt of jokes all year long due to their unique hand dominance. But this is the day to ignore all of that and bring awareness to all of those right handed folks around the globe in celebration of Left Handers Day. ...

Share your favorite places to bargain shop or tips to finding good deals in your area! Getting a compliment on a new sweater or pair of boots is great, but it’s even better when you can say that you got them on a deep discount! It’s almost a form of pride for many people to brag about how inexpensive their ...

National Relaxation Day on August 15th encourages us to slow down and unwind. It's a day to focus on taking care of ourselves and take a moment to relax.  #NationalRelaxationDay National Relaxation Day is an important day as we all need a break from the fast-paced and often hectic lifestyles we live. Taking time to recuperate and rejuvenate our tired ...

https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/how-does-humor-affect-mental-health Bringing smiles with witty punchlines and hilarious anecdotes, telling a good joke is a delightful art that turns ordinary moments into bursts of laughter and camaraderie. Why did the chicken cross the road? What is black and white and red all over? Knock knock? These jokes, and many more and given during a day of the year. I am ...

Ah, spuds. On August 19th each year, the humble potato takes center stage. In truth, though, doesn't it steal the show at nearly every meal? #NationalPotatoDay Whether baked, fried or mashed, these taters bring on the flavor. They are a staple of many meals, too. Filling a void for appetizer dishes and working double duty at suppertime, these versatile root ...

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/depression/in-depth/depression-and-exercise/art-20046495

We are fortunate to live in a time when so many of our elderly are living lives of unexpected health and financial security, but such was not always the case. Throughout history old age was not something an individual expected to reach, and so we lost the wisdom and experience of these individuals at an early age. Senior Citizen Day ...

Other times, days, even weeks, can be devastating. A loss, illness, or overwhelming news takes the wind from our sails. Those angels provide comfort at a time when we need it most. The same happens to the people around us. We don't always know what others may be enduring. We can be an angel in big and small ways. Whether ...

https://finhealthnetwork.org/research/understanding-the-mental-financial-health-connection/ How to improve budgeting: https://mhanational.org/managing-your-money

Share your pets! No one can win hearts like man’s best friend and in honor of this bond between man and canine, National Dog Day is celebrated. Take time to appreciate the love and value that dogs bring to our daily lives, and to do your bit for homeless and abused dogs the world over. From keeping us safe working ...

National Banana Lovers Day is a fun, fruity celebration that happens every year on August 27th. It’s a day filled with joy for everyone who loves bananas. This special day encourages people to enjoy bananas in all forms, from fresh off the peel to delicious dishes like smoothies and cakes. It’s a global event that brings people together over their ...

August 28th brings with it an opportunity to demonstrate how we value each other. National Thoughtful Day sets aside a celebration meant to bring goodwill in a variety of ways. By serving the day with a spirit of generosity toward others, a ripple effect takes place. #NationalThoughtfulDay What encompasses a thoughtful day? Sometimes it's an awareness of fulfilling another's needs. ...

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/symptoms/25065-emotional-dysregulation

On August 30, National Grief Awareness Day recognizes the time it takes to heal from loss doesn't have a prescribed course and is a reminder closure comes in many forms. When a loved one dies, the void they leave affects everyone differently. #GriefAwarenessDay Throughout the day, take stock of those in your life who have been affected by a form of ...