World Smile Day is celebrated annually on the first Friday of October, a day dedicated to spreading kindness and making others smile. It was initiated by Harvey Ball, the creator of the famous yellow Smiley Face symbol in 1963. Concerned that his symbol was becoming too commercialized, Ball wanted to dedicate a day to genuine acts of kindness and joy. The first World Smile Day was held in 1999, and since then, it has grown into a global celebration of positivity.
The day encourages people to do something simple yet impactful—make someone smile. This can be achieved through random acts of kindness, offering compliments, helping those in need, or just sharing a friendly smile. Many schools, organizations, and communities mark the day by organizing events and initiatives aimed at spreading happiness and encouraging people to connect with others in a positive way.
The slogan for World Smile Day is "Do an act of kindness. Help one person smile." It serves as a reminder of the power of a smile to brighten someone's day and promote goodwill, unity, and empathy in society.
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