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Get ready to honor and appreciate the people who brought you into this world on Respect For Parents Day on August 1! This day was created to remind us of the important role our parents play in our lives and to show gratitude for all they have done for us. It's a day to celebrate the unconditional love, sacrifices, and guidance that our parents provide. Whether it's through a heartfelt gesture or simply spending quality time with them, let's make sure our parents feel loved and respected on this special day.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1970</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Culture of Respect Emerges</div><div class='timeline-text'>Influenced by societal changes, respect for parents starts to be emphasized more in popular culture and schools, underlining the significance of their contributions.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1986</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Path to Recognition</div><div class='timeline-text'>Efforts begin to establish a national day of recognition for parents, recognizing their pivotal roles in children's upbringing.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1994</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inception of Respect For Parents Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>A housewife, Marilyn Dalrymple from Lancaster, CA, officially establishes Respect For Parents Day to enhance parents' inherent rights and dignity.</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'>Growing Observance</div><div class='timeline-text'>Awareness of Respect for Parents Day increases as more schools and communities start observing it, promoting parent respect through various activities.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2016</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Online Social Movement</div><div class='timeline-text'>The use of social media encourages global observance of Respect For Parents Day, letting children worldwide show appreciation for their parents.</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'>Pandemic Emphasizes Importance of Parents</div><div class='timeline-text'>The COVID-19 pandemic underscores the importance of parents' roles in home schooling and caring for their children amidst global challenges.</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'>Create a handmade gift</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Show your parents how much you appreciate them by creating a handmade gift. This could be a card, a painting, or any other craft that you know they will love.</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'>Plan a special outing</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take your parents out for a fun day, whether it's a picnic in the park or a visit to their favorite museum. Spending quality time with them is a great way to show your love and respect.</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 them a heartfelt letter</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Express your gratitude and love for your parents by writing them a heartfelt letter. This is a thoughtful and personal way to show your respect for all they have done for you.</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'>Cook them a special meal</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Prepare a delicious meal for your parents as a way to thank them for everything they have done for you. This can be a simple breakfast in bed or a fancy dinner at home.</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'>Volunteer together</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spend the day volunteering with your parents to give back to the community and show them the importance of respect and kindness towards others.</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'>They're our first teachers and role models</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Our parents are the ones who taught us important life lessons, from how to tie our shoes to how to treat others with respect. They are also the first people we look up to and imitate. Respect for Parents Day is a reminder to acknowledge and appreciate their guidance and influence.</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'>They sacrificed so much for us</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>From the moment we were born, our parents made countless sacrifices for us - financially, emotionally and physically. Celebrating Respect for Parents Day is a way to show them that their sacrifices were not in vain and that we are grateful for everything they have done for us.</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 strengthens family bonds</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Respect for Parents Day is a time to come together as a family and honor the people who raised us. It can be an opportunity to share memories, express gratitude, and strengthen family relationships. It's also a chance for parents to see the positive impact they have made on their children's lives.</p></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'>Respect For Parents Day is backed by a Presidential Proclamation</h3><p class='facts-text'>Respect For Parents Day garnered national attention when President Bill Clinton backed the day with a presidential proclamation in 1994, urging Americans to acknowledge and support the role of parents in raising children.</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'>Marilyn Dalrymple, Founder of Respect For Parents Day, is an author</h3><p class='facts-text'>Apart from being an advocate for parental respect and rights, Marilyn Dalrymple is also an author with a book 'Parents' Rights: A Handbook for Divorced Parents' to her credit.</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'>Respect For Parents Day has a global resonance</h3><p class='facts-text'>Although not officially recognized worldwide, the ethos of this day – respecting and honoring parents – is celebrated in different forms in many cultures around the world, such as Parent’s Day in South Korea or Confucian-based Mother's Day in East Asia.</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'>The day is used to uplift parental image and family structures</h3><p class='facts-text'>Respect For Parents Day serves as a tool to uplift the image and status of parents, reinforce strong family structures, and highlight the need for preserving and promoting loving, respectful family units.</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'>Respect For Parents Day is different from Parent's Day</h3><p class='facts-text'>While they may seem similar, Respect For Parents Day and Parent's Day (celebrated on the fourth Sunday in July) are different. Respect For Parents Day is about acknowledging the leadership roles parents hold and the responsibilities that come with it. Parent's Day focuses more on appreciating all parental figures in one's life.</p></div></div>
Respect For Parents Day is celebrated on August 1 every year. In 2024 Respect For Parents Day will occur on a Thursday.
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