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Get ready to show your appreciation for scars on National Scar Appreciation Day on October 22nd! This special day has been around since 2018, when it was created to celebrate the beauty and uniqueness of scars - a reminder of our journeys, experiences and resilience. Whether they’re physical or emotional, scars represent our strength and courage to overcome adversity, and remind us that we’re not alone in our struggles. Let's use this day to recognize and appreciate all the unique stories behind our individual scars.
<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'>Inception of the Holiday</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Scar Appreciation Day was established to celebrate the beauty and uniqueness of scars as symbols of personal journeys, experiences, and resilience.</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'>First Annual Celebration</div><div class='timeline-text'>People around the world took to social media to share their scar stories and express acceptance and appreciation for their marks.</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'>Increased Awareness</div><div class='timeline-text'>More individuals joined in, leading to increased awareness about the positive and empowering message behind the holiday and fostering a sense of community amongst those with scars.</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'>Global Support</div><div class='timeline-text'>Organizations and influencers around the world started initiatives to observe the day, boosting worldwide participation and support.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2021</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Continued Recognition and Support</div><div class='timeline-text'>The trend continued where communities and individuals globally acknowledged their scars’ stories in recognition of the holiday, increasing solidarity and support for those with scars.</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'>Watch Scar movies</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather your friends and family to watch all the Scar movies. Have a marathon, popcorn, and drinks to make it a complete movie night.</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 Scar art</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Whether you are a painter, sculptor or photographer, create art inspired by Scar. Take pictures of the scar on your own body or make a painting of the scar from the movie.</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 about Scar</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Write a story or poem about Scar or start a journal and write about how the character has impacted your life.</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'>Organize a Scar costume party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Put together a group of people who want to dress up as characters from the movie. Have everyone bring their favorite Scar-inspired dish to share.</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'>Visit Scar sites</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take a trip to places associated with Scar in real life and visit the landmarks that inspired the movie. Take pictures of the scenery and enjoy your adventure.</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'>Scar appreciation helps raise awareness</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Scar Appreciation Day is an important reminder to people everywhere that scars are part of many people's stories. No matter what the scar may look like, this day serves as a way to bring attention to the fact that no one should feel ashamed or embarrassed about their scars and those of others around them.</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'>Scars can serve as reminders</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>For many people, a scar can for proof of how far they have come in life. It can serve as a reminder that despite any obstacles or hardships you've endured, you are still here and have come out stronger on the other side.</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'>Scar appreciation builds confidence</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Seeing others proudly displaying their scars can be encouraging and inspiring. It helps to remind us to embrace our imperfections and be proud of who we are. Being able to openly share our stories without fear can help build confidence and create meaningful connections with others.</p></div></div>
National Scar Appreciation Day is celebrated on October 22 every year. In 2024 National Scar Appreciation Day will occur on a Tuesday.
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