JUMP FOR JOY AND SMILE! 😁 Today, the world celebrates the International Day of Happiness, a day dedicated to promoting happiness as a fundamental human right and a key goal of sustainable development. The day was first celebrated in 2013 and has been observed annually on March 20th since then. The idea of an International Day of Happiness was proposed by the Kingdom of Bhutan, a country that has famously prioritised Gross National Happiness over Gross Domestic Product as a measure of progress. The initiative was supported by all 193 member states of the United Nations, who adopted a resolution in 2012 recognising happiness as a universal goal and calling for a day to be dedicated to promoting it. The theme for this year's International Day of Happiness is "Keep Calm. Stay Wise. Be Kind." Celebrations of the day are taking place around the world, with many events and initiatives aimed at promoting happiness and well-being. These include mindfulness and meditation sessions, community service projects, and social media campaigns. In addition to promoting happiness on an individual level, the International Day of Happiness also highlights the importance of happiness as a policy goal. Governments, businesses, and civil society organisations are encouraged to prioritise happiness and well-being in their policies and practices, recognising that these are essential components of sustainable development. As we celebrate the International Day of Happiness, let us remember some wise advice: "Happiness is not something ready-made. It comes from your own actions." Let us all take action to promote happiness and well-being, both in our own lives and in the world around us. ---- More information on this day is available on the UN website: https://www.un.org/en/observances/happiness-day https://www.instagram.com/p/CqAT1BositV/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
















