What Will You Make of This Day? by Peculiar Medinus

 

Today marks a truly special milestone. It’s been ten years since Apriori Beauty established National Making Life Beautiful Day, dedicating this date to acts of kindness, self-care, and spreading beauty in all its forms. But what does "making life beautiful" really mean, and why is it so important to pause and celebrate it?

Apriori Beauty envisioned a day that encouraged everyone, not just their community, but people everywhere—to bring more beauty into the world. This could be through a heartfelt compliment, a small gesture for a friend, or investing in your own well-being. The ripple effect of even tiny actions can make the world a kinder, brighter place.

Beauty goes far beyond appearance. It’s in the way we support each other, the spaces we create in our homes and communities, and the daily moments we choose gratitude over frustration. National Making Life Beautiful Day is a powerful annual reminder to look for, create, and appreciate beauty all around us.

Whether you’re nurturing your wellness or uplifting someone else, here are a few simple ways to take part:

• Share a Compliment: Brighten someone’s day with a genuine word of appreciation.
• Practice Self-Care: Take a walk, meditate, or enjoy a pampering routine. Your happiness radiates outward.
• Give Back: Volunteer, donate, or extend a helping hand to those in need within your community.
• Create Something: Write a book, plant a flower, cook a meal, or make art. Expressing yourself beautifies everyday life.
• Connect: Reach out to a friend or a loved one just to say hello. Connection is always beautiful.

Since June 11, 2015, National Making Life Beautiful Day has grown into a movement. Each small act performed by one person encourages others to join in, creating a wave of goodness, joy, and positive change across the globe.

How will you mark this special day? Whether your act is grand or humble, you have the power to make life beautiful, not just for yourself but for everyone you meet.