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Get ready to ditch those bad habits and say hello to a brand new you, because Quitters Day is just around the corner on January 12! This day was created to celebrate those courageous enough to eliminate habits that no longer contribute to their personal growth. Interestingly, it was born out of a less encouraging fact - typically by the second week of the New Year, many people start to abandon their New Year’s resolutions. But, instead of seeing it as a day to quit trying, we flip that narrative and cheer on those who are saying 'Goodbye' to their unwanted habits and 'Hello' to a healthier, happier life. So, whether you're smoking your last cigarette, having your final late-night snack, or ignoring that final urge to procrastinate, join us in celebrating this empowering day!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1988</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Concept of Quitting Culture</div><div class='timeline-text'>The idea of celebrating and supporting those quitting bad habits begins to gain attention in popular culture.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1991</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Great American Smokeout</div><div class='timeline-text'>The American Cancer Society's annual Great American Smokeout event encourages smokers to quit and provides resources, further mainstreaming the idea of celebrating quitting.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Emergence of New Year's Resolutions</div><div class='timeline-text'>New Year's resolutions focusing on quitting and reducing harmful habits become increasingly popular at the turn of the millennium.</div></div></div><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'>Rise of Self-Improvement Books</div><div class='timeline-text'>The self-improvement genre booms, many books touching on themes of breaking bad habits and fostering personal growth.</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'>Quitters Day Origins</div><div class='timeline-text'>Data analysis from Strava reveals that most people are likely to give up their New Year's Resolutions by January 12, leading to the informal creation of Quitters Day.</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'>Recognition of Quitters Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>Quitters Day begins to gain wider recognition, encouraging people to drop bad habits and promoting healthier lifestyles.</div></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Set achievable goals</h3><p class='facts-text'>Quitters Day isn't about going cold turkey, but by setting smaller, attainable steps helps you sustain your willpower in the long run and keep moving forward. Celebrate by defining a new small habit to achieve every day on the journey towards quitting.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Host a quiet gathering</h3><p class='facts-text'>Plan a low-key, relaxed event with friends or family who are also looking to quit unhealthy habits. Discuss your challenges, share your successes, and make it an annual tradition to get together and celebrate your progress on Quitters Day.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Create a ritual to dump your habit</h3><p class='facts-text'>Make your quitting process more symbolic by giving it a form. Maybe it's writing your bad habit down on paper and burning it, or throwing an object that represents your habit into a river.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Reward yourself</h3><p class='facts-text'>If you’re successful in taking the steps towards quitting, reward yourself! This could be anything from treating yourself to your favorite meal, a new book or a spa day. Celebrate your accomplishment and reinforce your positive behavior.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Share your experiences</h3><p class='facts-text'>Use social media to celebrate Quitters Day by sharing your journey. Encourage others to quit their bad habits by outlining the steps you’ve taken and the progress you’ve made. Inspire and motivate others to follow your path.</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'>Acknowledgement and Celebration of Progress</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Quitters Day isn't about negative connotations around quitting, but rather celebrating the courage it takes to quit habits that no longer serve our wellbeing. We not only gain the opportunity to acknowledge our individual progress but also get to applaud the bravery of others doing the same.</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'>Promotes Self-Care and Personal Growth</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>This day encourages us to focus on personal growth and self-improvement. Ditching unwanted habits often leads to a healthier, happier life, making Quitters Day a celebration of self-care and personal development.</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'>Inspires and Motivates Others</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Sharing experiences on platforms like social media can motivate and inspire others to follow suit and ditch their own bad habits. So, Quitters Day is not just about individual change, but it can help build a supportive community for people embarking on similar journeys.</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'>Quitters Day falls on the Second Friday in January</h3><p class='facts-content'>Although January 12 is popularly recognized as the day that most people start to give up on their New Year’s resolutions, Quitters Day typically falls on the second Friday in January, which can sometimes be a different date.</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'>Quitters Day originated from Fitness App Data</h3><p class='facts-content'>Sports and social network app, Strava's data analysis led to the creation of Quitters Day. They identified that user engagement, motivation, and adherence to exercise routines dropped significantly around this second week of January.</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'>Quitters Day isn't Officially Recognized</h3><p class='facts-content'>Although many people observe it, Quitters Day isn't a public holiday or officially recognized day. However, it started gaining media attention and public interest for its unique perspective on New Year’s resolutions.</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'>Quitters Day Promotes Observing and Reflecting</h3><p class='facts-content'>Rather than a day to give up, Quitters Day is seen as an opportunity to reflect on our strengths and areas of development. It's a powerful reminder that it's ok to let go of unrealistic goals and to refocus on more achievable targets.</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'>Quitters Day Encourages Repurposing of Resolutions</h3><p class='facts-content'>Quitters Day emphasizes not just quitting habits or resolutions, but adapting them into something more reasonable and maintainable. This leads to more sustainability in achieving personal growth throughout the year.</p></div></div>
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