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Happiness on a personal level can make any day better and add great value to your life. But what if happiness was cherished on an international scale? How would that change the way the economy works or how societies function?
International Day of Happiness aims to celebrate happiness all over the world, inspiring people to spread positivity, whether big or small, with others and encouraging each nation to prioritize the happiness of its citizens.
As one of, if not the key pursuit of human life, it’s no surprise that there’s been endless philosophizing and discussion on the subject of happiness for thousands of years.
The Ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle, for example, argued that happiness is the only thing humans seek in and of itself – all our other wants and desires ultimately contribute to our happiness, while happiness itself is the end goal. And in the 18th and 19th centuries, utilitarians such as Jeremy Bentham and John Stuart Mill developed an ethical theory that saw virtuous acts as those which maximize happiness and decrease suffering.
Happiness can bring a fairer and more balanced approach to economic growth in particular, such that it foregrounds sustainable development, tackles poverty and increases personal and social well being. A great example of this is the East Asian country of Bhutan, which adopted the idea of Gross National Happiness over Gross National Product in the 1990s, prioritizing its citizens’ happiness in all decisions relating to economic growth.
History of International Day of Happiness
International Day of Happiness has a truly global history regarding its creation. Back in 2011, the idea was introduced to the United Nations by the advisor Jayme Illien. Illien also founded the United Nations New Economic Paradigm project and ‘happytalism’, which aim to change the way nations approach economic growth by focusing on ‘happytalism’ over capitalism.
The General Assembly of the United Nations agreed with the proposal and officially founded International Day of Happiness in July of 2012, with the occasion first being observed in 2013. The celebration acknowledges how important and desirable happiness is to people everywhere and how essential it is that happiness is incorporated into public policy.
International Day of Happiness is celebrated and hosted by various organizations, including Action for Happiness, Happinessday.org and the United Nations. Through these websites and via social media, people can share inspirational stories about what makes them happy, how their happiness contributes to those around them and how it can pave the way towards a better future.
JOKE OF THE DAY
the new look for modern signs
WORD OF THE DAY
Capuan
Ancient instagrams are lost to history, but we’ll take the modern-day Olympus Capua on their word that they offer “Exclusive Luxury Suites”
MEANING:adjective: Luxurious.
ETYMOLOGY:After Capua, a city in south Italy, that was known for its luxurious comfort in ancient times.
USAGE:“Or occupy yourself elsewhere until we are returned to our Capuan comforts.”
J.M. Clements; Spartacus: Swords and Ashes; Titan Books; 2012.
J.M. Clements; Spartacus: Swords and Ashes; Titan Books; 2012.
IDIOM OF THE DAYWhat does 'build bridges' mean?
Meaning:
If you build bridges, you help people, institutions, groups, etc, that did not get on to improve their relationships.
kids had such high-tech toys back then!!!
thanks, Patsy
crafters are way ahead of doctors when it comes to mental health
(Not So) TOTALLY USELESS FACTS OF THE DAY
Sharks never gets sick. Their tissue carry antibacterial properties that protect them and keep them healthy.
The first country to print paper money was China in 618 A.D. This began during the Tang Dynasty, who referred to the new currency as flying money.
Mockingbirds are master impersonators. In addition to singing, they can copy the sounds of other birds and of other animals such as frogs and cats. Apparently they can even mimic a squeaking door.
How cool is that!YOUR CALL by Sylvia, CAN DO Correspondent
Your first step to respond to your hunger should be eating.
According to the British Nutrition Foundation, if you haven’t eaten for a long period of time, gentle ways to address your body’s nutritional needs include:
- beverages, such as low-sugar smoothies
- brothy soups with protein (lentils, beans) or carbohydrates (rice, pasta)
- protein-rich foods, such as fish and lean meat
- dried foods, such as dates, apricots, and raisins
If you have intense nausea or pain when you’re extremely hungry, discuss your symptoms with your healthcare provider.
It could be an indication that you need to be screened for metabolic syndrome and its symptoms, such as:
- high blood sugar (hyperglycemia)
- increased blood pressure
- abnormal lipid levels
Your first step to respond to your hunger should be eating.
According to the British Nutrition Foundation, if you haven’t eaten for a long period of time, gentle ways to address your body’s nutritional needs include:
- beverages, such as low-sugar smoothies
- brothy soups with protein (lentils, beans) or carbohydrates (rice, pasta)
- protein-rich foods, such as fish and lean meat
- dried foods, such as dates, apricots, and raisins
If you have intense nausea or pain when you’re extremely hungry, discuss your symptoms with your healthcare provider.
It could be an indication that you need to be screened for metabolic syndrome and its symptoms, such as:
- high blood sugar (hyperglycemia)
- increased blood pressure
- abnormal lipid levels
If you tend to feel nauseous when your stomach has been empty for a long period of time, consider eating at shorter intervals.
It’s not completely proven if a diet with six small meals a day is healthier than one with three larger meals. But eating smaller amounts of food with less time in between those meals may help prevent nausea.
If you tend to feel nauseous when your stomach has been empty for a long period of time, consider eating at shorter intervals.
It’s not completely proven if a diet with six small meals a day is healthier than one with three larger meals. But eating smaller amounts of food with less time in between those meals may help prevent nausea.
cute way to recycle for a door knocker
it might be fun......
PICTURES OF THE DAY
Greenland
knit
thanks, Ethel
knit
thanks, Paige
knit
knit
Trail Rider Coat
CROCHET PATTERNS OF THE DAY
crochet
crochet
crochet
CROCKPOT RECIPE thanks, Betty
Both vegetarian and vegan diets may provide health benefits, including reduced body weight, lower cholesterol levels, and decreased risk of cardiovascular disease. However, it is important for vegetarians and vegans to ensure that they are meeting all of their nutritional requirements.
SWEETS RECIPE thanks, Mindy
Salted Butter Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
ADULT COLORING
Use the letters that appear in
boxes and unscramble them for the final knitting message.
CRAFTS thanks, Jill
How to make a diy paper flower garland
CHILDREN'S CORNER thanks, Lucy
PUZZLE
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SUDOKU .. medium
solution:
Women's Nat Team reached an equal pay agreement with Canada Soccer
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