When is Say Something Nice Day?
The first day of June is Say Something Nice Day.
What is Say Something Nice Day?
Shouting the old “sticks and stones” line through angry tears isn’t very convincing. We all know the feeling. Words do actually hurt. To fight bullying and verbal cruelty, Say Something Nice Day celebrates kindness and promotes civil language.
Everyone gets angry (even you). We fly off the handle, and sometimes we say vicious things to each other. Parents holler at kids, and kids holler right back. But yelling matches and spiteful comments only increase the animosity. What if we could just tone the language down?
If you don’t have something nice to say, you’re not trying hard enough. That’s the message of Say Something Nice Day. It’s a day to mend relationships and end disputes through the use of kind words.
Fun facts about Say Something Nice Day!
- Saying nice things makes us happier by focusing our attention on what is good in life.
- Kindness increases productivity at work.
- The Mayor of North Charleston declared Say Something Nice Day in 2006 in honor of Dr. Mitch Carnell, author Say Something Nice: Be a Lifter at Work.
How to celebrate Say Something Nice Day:
- Begin your day with a pledge to be uplifting, courteous, and respectful.
- Think of the person that most often elicits anger or frustration. Now commit yourself to be civil with him or her every day this week.
- Compliment the people around you, like your spouse, your kids, coworkers and neighbors. Instead of adopting a critical attitude, spend time examining people around you for their strengths and gifts.
What’s the hashtag for Say Something Nice Day?
Use #SaySomethingNiceDay to endorse considerate language.