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January 1 marks the beginning of a new year, and what better way to kick off the year than by celebrating life itself with Celebration of Life Week! This weeklong holiday was created as a reminder to cherish each moment, appreciate our loved ones, and live our lives to the fullest. It's a time to reflect on the past year and look forward to all the possibilities that lie ahead. So let's start the year off right by celebrating life in all its beauty and wonder!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1975</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Holiday Foundation</div><div class='timeline-text'>Celebration of Life Week was established to spread positivity and appreciate the value of existence.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1981</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Gaining Momentum</div><div class='timeline-text'>Recognition and support for the event began to expand, fostering a global appreciation for life.</div></div></div><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'>Media Recognition</div><div class='timeline-text'>Media outlets started broadcasting and publishing contents, which significantly contributed to its widespread recognition.</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'>Digital Support</div><div class='timeline-text'>With the rise of the internet, online platforms played a key role in spreading awareness on a larger scale.</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'>Involvement of Institutions</div><div class='timeline-text'>Institutions and organizations started participating actively, organizing events and seminars that aligned with this week's theme.</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'>Pandemic Influence</div><div class='timeline-text'>The global COVID-19 pandemic emphasized the importance of acknowledging and celebrating life more than ever.</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'>Host a gratitude dinner</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite your loved ones to a special dinner where everyone shares what they are grateful for in their lives. This can be a meaningful and heartwarming way to celebrate and honor the gift of life.</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'>Create a memory book</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather photos, stories, and mementos from your life and put them together in a memory book. This can be a beautiful way to reflect on your life and the memories you've created.</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'>Volunteer at a hospice or nursing home</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Give back to your community by volunteering at a hospice or nursing home. You can share your time and love with those who may not have many visitors, and it can be a meaningful way to celebrate the lives of others.</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'>Plant a tree or garden</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Planting something that will continue to grow and thrive is a beautiful representation of the cycle of life. You can also dedicate the tree or garden to someone special as a way to honor their memory.</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'>Write a letter to your future self</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take some time to reflect on your life and write a letter to yourself in the future. It can be a powerful reminder of how far you've come and the legacy you want to leave behind.</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 time to reflect on the past and future</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Celebration of Life Week is a great opportunity to take a step back from the hustle and bustle of daily life and reflect on all of our experiences, both good and bad. It's a chance to think about where we've been and where we want to go in the future.</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 a reminder to appreciate each day</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>During Celebration of Life Week, we are reminded to be grateful for each day that we have. It's important to remember that every day is a gift and to make the most of our time here on Earth.</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 time for connection and community</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Celebration of Life Week can also bring people together. Whether it's through sharing memories of loved ones who have passed or simply spending quality time with friends and family, this week allows us to come together and connect with the people who matter most to us.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The average human will live for approximately 30,000 days</h3><p class='facts-content'>The average lifespan worldwide is about 72.6 years, which equates to roughly 30,000 days!</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The oldest recorded age for a person is 122 years and 164 days</h3><p class='facts-content'>Jeanne Calment of France holds the record for the longest confirmed human lifespan. She was born on 21st February 1875 and died on 4th August 1997.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Laughter is beneficial for your health</h3><p class='facts-content'>Laughter can boost your immune system, lower blood pressure, reduce stress and improve cardiac health.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Human beings share 50% of their DNA with bananas</h3><p class='facts-content'>As crazy as it sounds, humans share about half of our genetic material with bananas. This is because all living things have a common ancestor.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Dolphins have been known to recognize themselves in mirrors</h3><p class='facts-content'>Dolphins join a short list of animals, including primates and elephants, that have been observed recognizing themselves in a mirror, which indicates a certain level of self-awareness.</p></div></div>
Celebration of Life Week is celebrated on January 1 every year. In 2024, it will occur on a Monday.
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