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Take a moment of silence on World Listening Day to appreciate the beauty of nature, your community, and the people around you!
World Listening Day on July 18th is an exciting day to celebrate the beauty of listening! This holiday was created in 2010 by the World Listening Project, which works to promote the importance of sound and acoustic awareness. It's a great opportunity to take some time out of your day and really listen - not only with your ears but also with your heart.
<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'>Establishment of World Listening Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The World Listening Project establishes World Listening Day, bringing an international focus to the importance of listening.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2011</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Thematic Celebration</div><div class='timeline-text'>The second World Listening Day introduced a theme for the first time: "Sounds Lost and Found" to bring attention to the disappearing soundscapes.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2013</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Interactive Soundwalks</div><div class='timeline-text'>Many local events began offering soundwalks, offering more interactive and immersive ways to celebrate World Listening Day.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Worldwide Participation</div><div class='timeline-text'>By 2015, World Listening Day had participants in over 30 countries and territories, demonstrating its widespread influence.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Decade of Listening</div><div class='timeline-text'>Celebrating a decade of awareness, World Listening Day continues to advocate for the importance of sound, acoustics, and listening practices globally.</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'>Listen to nature</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take a few moments to listen to the birds, the wind, or the sound of the ocean. Nature has its own soundtrack and it’s just waiting for you to tune in.</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'>Listen to music</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spend some time exploring different genres of music. Put on a record, stream some tunes online, or check out a local show.</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'>Listen to a podcast</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Find something that interests you and get lost in the storytelling. Podcasts are an immersive experience that take you where ever they want.</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'>Go to a sound bath</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>A sound bath is an incredible way to experience sound and vibration. You can find venues hosting these events near you.</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'>Create your own soundscape</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather some instruments and make your own musical masterpiece. Grab some friends and have a jam session or just let your creativity flow.</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 celebrates nature's sounds</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>World Listening Day is a great way to appreciate all the amazing sounds that nature has to offer. From birdsong to ocean waves, there is an endless array of beautiful sounds in the world and taking time to listen can have a peaceful and therapeutic effect.</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 promotes mindfulness</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>By tuning into our surroundings, we become more mindful of what is happening around us. This can help us become more connected with each other and our environment, both of which are essential for cultivating peace and harmony in the world.</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 encourages creativity</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Listening carefully can help spark imagination and creativity. We often miss out on unique sounds due to everyday distractions like cell phones or traffic noise. Putting these devices away, and taking a moment to actively listen, can open up a world of possibilities when it comes to creating art or music.</p></div></div>
World Listening Day is celebrated on July 18th every year. In 2024, World Listening Day will occur on a Thursday.
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