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Embrace the beauty of simplicity this National Simplicity Day. Take some time to appreciate the little things and discover the joys of living simply!
Celebrate National Simplicity Day on July 12 and take a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life! This special day has been around since the late 1800s, when it was first created to encourage people to live more simply. Whether you want to declutter your home, practice mindfulness or just enjoy some peace and quiet - now is the perfect time for making your life simpler.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1854</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>"Walden" Publication</div><div class='timeline-text'>Henry David Thoreau's "Walden", a quintessential work advocating for simple living, is published.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>Late 1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Initial Concept of Simplicity Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The idea to recognize simplicity and a slower pace of life begins to emerge, laying the foundation for National Simplicity Day.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1926</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Gandhi's "My Experiments with Truth"</div><div class='timeline-text'>Mahatma Gandhi writes "My Experiments with Truth", an autobiography highlighting his personal journey towards simple living.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1970</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Recognizing Simple Living</div><div class='timeline-text'>The modern simple lifestyle begins to gain recognition as a way to combat the societal stress and consumerism.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2002</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Creation of National Simplicity Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Simplicity Day is officially created, to be recognized on July 12, the birthday of Henry David Thoreau.</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'>Minimize your space</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take the time to declutter and donate any items that you no longer need. This will clear out physical and mental space, allowing for more simplicity.</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 for a walk</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get out in nature and take a leisurely stroll. Enjoy the scenery, listen to the birds, and enjoy the simple pleasure of being outdoors.</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'>Turn off technology</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take some time to unplug from all of your electronic devices and gadgets and just relax without the distraction of notifications and emails.</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'>Meditate</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Find a peaceful spot and take some time to practice mindfulness meditation. Focus on your breathing, allowing your thoughts to drift away, leaving you with a feeling of peace and calm.</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'>Breathe deeply</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take slow, deep breaths in through your nose and out through your mouth. This will help reduce stress levels and get you into a state of relaxation.</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'>Simplicity helps us stay organized</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>By embracing simplicity, we can declutter our lives and get rid of items that no longer bring us joy. This allows us to focus more on the things that truly matter, and to make room for what really matters - family, friends, hobbies and special memories.</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'>Simplicity reduces stress</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>With fewer distractions and fewer commitments, it's easier to take a few moments to sit back and enjoy life. When you simplify your schedule, you have time to relax in between tasks - which makes it easier to handle issues as they come up instead of letting them build up over time.</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'>Simplicity saves money</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>When you commit to living simply and with intention, you'll be surprised at how much money you can save! By cutting out unnecessary purchases, you'll have more money available for investing in experiences that will last longer than material goods. And since these experiences tend to give us more happiness, everyone wins!</p></div></div>
National Simplicity Day is celebrated on July 12th every year. In 2024 National Simplicity Day will occur on a Friday.
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