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SUMMARY:National I Want You to be Happy Day
DESCRIPTION:National I Want You to be Happy Day on March 3rd encourages us to do something that makes others happy. It also asks us to see others’ happiness from their point of view. Putting a smile on someone’s face tends to put one on ours\, too. \n\n\n \n\nHappiness is the highest form of health. ~ Dalai Lama\n\nGenuine happiness takes effort. While we’re not individually responsible for others’ happiness\, we do play a role in spreading joy and good cheer. One way to do that is to see happiness from another person’s perspective. Happiness doesn’t fit a mold. Everything from being a morning person or a night owl\, a favorite season and seafood can make or break a person’s general idea of happiness. A person’s overall journey through life gives them a unique outlook on happiness\, too. \nBeing happy may merely be about quality\, not quantity. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE #IWantYouToBeHappyDay\n\nStart the day with a happy thought and carry it with you throughout the day.\nMake someone smile. Give a flower or tell a silly knock-knock joke there.\nBuy the person’s coffee standing in line behind you.\nRemind your kids how much you love them.\nLeave a sticky note for a co-worker telling them to have a spectacular day\, a happy day.\nDraw a happy face in the snow for a stranger to come across later. Give someone a hug.\nConsider someone else’s happiness from their point of view.\nUse #IWantYouToBeHappyDay to post on social media.\n\nSource Link
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SUMMARY:World Social Work Day
DESCRIPTION:World Social Work Day on the third Tuesday in March recognizes the hard work and dedication of social workers. A global organization of social workers comes together for social justice\, human rights\, and social development all through the promotion of best practices in social work. \n\n\n \n#WSWD\nSocial workers serve many roles in their communities. They assess their client’s needs and challenges. As advocates\, they speak for their clients\, getting them access to the resources they need to improve their lives. Social workers also respond to crisis situations. \nThey work in many settings\, too. Social workers find positions in medical facilities\, child welfare and human service agencies\, and schools. They can also work in education\, teaching new social workers. \nWorld Social Work Day celebrates the achievements of social work globally and locally. It also recognizes the efforts of individuals who’ve chosen social work as a profession. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE WORLD SOCIAL WORK DAY\n\nBe sure to give a shout-out to social workers in your community.\nIf you’re a social worker\, share your experience.\nAttend a job fair and encourage future social workers.\nIf you’re interested in becoming a social worker\, learn more about their educational path.\nTo find out more visit ifsw.org.\nAnd use #WSWD on all your social media posts throughout this day.\n\nSource Link
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SUMMARY:World Down Syndrome Day
DESCRIPTION:World Down Syndrome Day on March 21st gives people with Down Syndrome and their advocates a voice and an opportunity to be heard. It’s a day where we assemble and organize activities to promote public awareness for the genetic disorder. The goal is to educate others on the importance of supporting our friends and family who have directly and indirectly experienced life with Down syndrome. \n\n\n \n#WorldDownSyndromeDay\nDown syndrome is a naturally occurring chromosomal arrangement that has always been a part of the human condition. It exists in all regions globally and commonly affects learning styles\, physical characteristics\, and overall health. In order to ensure proper growth and development\, social learning programs support and integrate with anyone who has Down syndrome. \nEvery year\, their voices grow louder\, and they influence government policy\, becoming more empowered. Through events around the world\, people with Down syndrome can ensure their own advocacy and be included in their communities. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE WORLD DOWN SYNDROME DAY\n\nCheck if your local school offers any volunteer opportunities in their Integrated Learning Center.\nJoin local events or share yours.\nJoin their #LotsOfSocks fundraising campaign.\nCreate your own fundraising campaign. Visit the link below to learn more.\nCreate a video based on this year’s theme.\nVolunteer to speak at your school about Down syndrome and share your experiences.\nCreate opportunities in your community that will encourage advocacy and empowerment.\nFind out more at worlddownsyndromeday.org and use #WorldDownSyndromeDay to share on social media.\n\nSource Link
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SUMMARY:National Take A Walk In The Park Day
DESCRIPTION:National Take A Walk In The Park Day on March 30th each year encourages us to stretch our legs on our favorite trail or at our neighborhood park. After a long busy day\, a calming and therapeutic way to relax would be a nice\, leisurely walk in the park. \n\n\n \n#TakeAWalkInTheParkDay\nTaking a walk at a local park is an excellent way to clear one’s mind from the stresses of the day\, re-energize\, and at the same time\, improve health. \nDuring a walk\, the opportunity to capture a beautiful photograph\, compose an original poem\, or have an uninterrupted conversation may arise. The chance to lose track of time and run into a familiar face could occur\, too.  When taking a walk in the park\, all sorts of pleasant surprises could blossom. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE TAKE A WALK IN THE PARK DAY\n\nGo out for a walk in the park. Enjoy nature’s beauty and being outside.\nAre you staying indoors? As an alternative\, you can still take a walk in a park. Take a virtual walking tour. Stand up and walk along the Swiss Alps or just about anywhere in the world.\nHowever\, we suggest finding a trail somewhere and taking a hike in the fresh air.\nOnce you return\, unwind with this fun word search puzzle.\nUse #TakeAWalkInTheParkDay to post on social media.\n\n \nSource Link
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CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Lifestyle
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SUMMARY:National Doctor Day
DESCRIPTION:On March 30th each year\, National Doctors Day honors the professionals for their dedication and contributions to society and the community. Their dedication puts the patient first time and again. On National Doctors Day\, we say “thank you” to our physicians for all that they do for us and our loved ones. \n\n\n \n#NationalDoctorsDay\nHealthcare today is more complex than ever. With more advancements\, tools\, and information at their fingertips\, doctors have an overwhelming job to diagnose and treat their patients every day. This is the day to honor the ones who see us 365 days a year. In every city and hospital\, in our military\, and in our rural communities\, doctors pave the way to better healthcare for their patients. \n\n\n \nHOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL DOCTORS DAY\n\nTake the opportunity to thank your physician for responding to late-night phone calls\, working long hours\, and providing unswerving care. Today\, more than ever\, we know the sacrifices they make to put the health of their communities first.\nShare your experiences being a doctor. Your story may inspire someone to medicine as a career path.\nFor our younger followers\, we’ve created a coloring page and a word puzzle for the day. You can find more activities in the National Day Calendar Classroom.\nUse #NationalDoctorsDay to post on social media.\n\nSource Link
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