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Celebrate National Just Because Day with a special gesture - let your loved ones know you care with thoughtful surprises and heartfelt moments!
Get ready to celebrate National Just Because Day on August 27! This day of celebration was created in 1989 by Dr. Stephen T. Jones, a professor at California State University San Marcos - and it's become an annual event ever since! It's a great opportunity to do something nice for someone else just because you want to, not because there's any special occasion or reason being celebrated. So get out there and spread some joy this August 27th with National Just Because Day!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1989</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inception of Just Because Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>Dr. Stephen T. Jones, a professor at California State University San Marcos, creates National Just Because Day.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Spread Across Campuses</div><div class='timeline-text'>Throughout the 1990s, the celebration of National Just Because Day starts to spread across other college campuses in the U.S.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Holiday Recognition Increases</div><div class='timeline-text'>The recognition and celebration of National Just Because Day begins to increase across the U.S, often being promoted through local newspapers and community centers.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Online Prominence</div><div class='timeline-text'>Social media platforms play a notable role in spreading awareness about National Just Because Day, leading to an increase in its popularity.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2019</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>30th Anniversary Celebrations</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Just Because Day marks its 30th anniversary. Celebrations take place nationally, with many taking to social media platforms to share their acts of kindness.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Send your friends a card</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Write out a thoughtful message in a card and send it to your friends. Nothing says "just because" like a heartfelt message.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go on an adventure</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take some time off work and go on an adventure with friends or family. Even if it's just for the day, getting away from your routine can be a great way to celebrate.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Plan a surprise party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Surprise someone with a special celebration! Whether it's for your significant other, best friend, or family member, planning an unexpected party is sure to put a smile on their face.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Do something creative</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spend some time doing something creative like painting, writing, or crafting. Creating something with your own two hands is often the best way to express yourself.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go out for ice cream</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Grab some friends and head out for ice cream! Nothing says "just because" like enjoying a delicious treat.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a surprise</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>One of the best things about Just Because Day is that it always comes as a surprise. It's a day to celebrate all of the special people in your life, without expecting any acknowledgement or recognition in return.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It’s an excuse to show extra appreciation</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Whether you're treating someone to a nice dinner, buying them flowers, or simply sending them a thoughtful card, Just Because Day is the perfect excuse to show extra appreciation for someone you care about!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It’s a great way to spread happiness</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>When we do something nice for someone else, it often has an unexpected ripple effect. Whether it’s giving your neighbor a homemade cookie or donating money to an animal shelter - doing something nice can help us make the world a better place one small act of kindness at a time!</p></div></div>
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