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Get ready to spread kindness and positivity on July 21 with National Be Someone Day! This special day encourages people to make a positive impact in their communities by being someone who makes a difference. It was started by the organization Be Someone, which focuses on teaching life lessons through the game of chess. So whether it's volunteering, spreading love and kindness, or simply being a good friend, let's all strive to be that someone who brings joy and positivity into the world. Let's celebrate this day together and make it a memorable one!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2001</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Be Someone Established</div><div class='timeline-text'>The organization "Be Someone" was co-founded by Orrin Hudson, a motivational speaker who uses chess to teach life skills.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2005</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Community Impact</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Be Someone organization starts its work to enhance the life skills of youths in various communities through chess.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2012</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Recognition and Expansion</div><div class='timeline-text'>The organization receives recognition for its work, leading to expansions and more kids learning crucial life skills.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2018</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Creation of National Be Someone Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The organization successfully establishes July 21 as the National Be Someone Day to promote positivity and kindness.</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'>Further Community Impact</div><div class='timeline-text'>Be Someone impacts over 59,000 youths through its programs, reinforcing the importance of the National Be Someone Day.</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'>Spread positivity on social media</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Use the hashtag #BeSomeoneDay to share uplifting messages and spread kindness on social media. You never know who may need some encouragement or inspiration.</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'>Volunteer in your community</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get involved with a local organization or charity that aligns with the values of Be Someone Day. Whether it's serving meals at a soup kitchen or cleaning up a park, giving back is a great way to celebrate this day.</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'>Write letters of encouragement</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather some friends and family and write letters of encouragement to people in need. This could be to hospital patients, veterans, or anyone who could use a pick-me-up on this special day.</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'>Host a kindness scavenger hunt</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Create a list of acts of kindness for your friends and family to complete, such as giving a compliment to a stranger or buying a coffee for the person in line behind you. The first person or team to complete the list wins!</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'>Attend an inspirational event</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Look for local events or workshops that promote positivity and personal growth. Attend one and be inspired to continue spreading love and kindness on Be Someone Day and beyond.</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 promotes kindness and compassion</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Be Someone Day is all about inspiring people to make a positive impact on others by being kind, caring and compassionate. This helps create a more empathetic society where individuals are encouraged to support and uplift one another.</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 reminds us to be present in the moment</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>In today's fast-paced world, we often get caught up in our own lives and forget to stop and think about how our actions affect others. National Be Someone Day encourages us to take a step back and focus on the present, reminding us to be mindful of those around us and offering ways to positively impact their lives.</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 celebrates the power of mentorship</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Be Someone Day also emphasizes the importance of mentorship and role models in shaping young minds. By recognizing and appreciating the impact mentors have on our lives, we can inspire more people to give back to their communities by becoming mentors and guiding those in need of support and guidance.</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'>Chess is the Key To Be Someone Foundation's Philosophy</h3><p class='facts-content'>The organization behind National Be Someone Day uses the game of chess to teach important life skills. The mental strategy, problem-solving and patience required in chess translate directly into valuable tools for dealing with real-life situations.</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'>Be Someone Day Promotes Emotional Literacy</h3><p class='facts-content'>Observing National Be Someone Day isn't just about kindness, it's about understanding emotions. Emotional literacy, or the ability to identify, understand, and respond to emotions in oneself and others, is a key aspect of what this day aims to promote.</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'>National Be Someone Day is Celebrated Worldwide</h3><p class='facts-content'>While the Be Someone organization is based in the United States, National Be Someone Day has found recognition all over the globe. People from various countries participate in spreading kindness and positivity every July 21st.</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'>"Conflict Resolution" is a Key Teaching of the Day</h3><p class='facts-content'>The organization promotes the day as a time to encourage conflict resolution skills, teaching participants how to deal with conflicts in a peaceful and non-violent way. This is an integral part of creating positive changes in the community.</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'>The Movement Impacts a Wide Age Range</h3><p class='facts-content'>National Be Someone Day is for everyone, not just children or teens. The movement has managed to reach individuals across a wide range of age groups, reinforcing its message of positivity and kindness to an extensive audience.</p></div></div>
National Be Someone Day is celebrated on July 21 every year. In 2024 National Be Someone Day will occur on a Sunday.
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