Hyderabad: The World Caring Day is observed every year on June 7. The day is dedicated to those who care for others and the importance of practicing caring in society.
An initiative of CaringBridge to mark 25 years of supporting people on health journeys, the day encourages everyone to appreciate those who care, and to care for them just as much.
By sincerely asking how someone's day went, it shows that you care, and can improve that person's overall well-being. And in today's competitive world, having someone who genuinely cares is a blessing. All acts of caring — big or small, are important, however, it is in times of upheaval when caring matters the most.
For instance, when someone is facing health issues or a certain medical condition, that's when your support and care can really make a difference. Your loved ones should know that they are not alone on this journey.
History of World Caring Day
Inspiration for World Caring Day began on June 7, 1997, with the nine-day life of a baby named Brighid. After being born prematurely, software engineer Sona Mehring created the first CaringBridge website. Thanks to Sona, friends and family were able to receive updates on baby Brighid's health online. Most importantly, the website provided necessities and comfort to Brighid and her family. Since social media platforms were non-existent at the time, the idea to create a website was revolutionary.
Significance of World Caring Day
The power of small acts of kindness is one of World Caring Day's most important messages. Often, the little things like expressing concern for someone's well-being or offering emotional support — are the ones that count the most. Small deeds of kindness can have a profound impact on someone's life.
The significance of self-care is yet another key takeaway from World Caring Day. It can be difficult to take care of others, and it's simple to forget about one's own needs in the process. But it's important to keep in mind that taking care of others and yourself is crucial for both professional and personal development.
Simple Ways You Can Care For Your Loved Ones
- Sincerely ask how someone is doing
- With intent and meaning, ask someone how they really are to find out what is going on in their lives
- Be mindful of the needs of others
- Be alert and sensitive to what triggers your loved ones, and help them navigate the shifts in their mood
- Connect online
- Reconnect and catch up with your friends and family living far away, or with those you haven’t spoken to in a long time
- Make time for your loved ones
- We know everyone gets busy but don’t become a stranger to your friends and family
- Write a note
How to Celebrate World Caring Day
- Share Your Story and you can also read stories of others to feel inspired
- Show Up for a loved one
- Spend time with your friends and family, listen to them, and care for them in whatever way you can. Just having a meaningful heart-to-heart conversation can do wonders
- Immerse Yourself in caring
- Join the conversation. Spread the word about World Caring Day by sharing acts of kindness and using the hashtag #WorldCaringDay on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter
- Practice small acts of caring. World Caring Day is to encourage everyone to practice acts of caring, no matter how small
- Give back to your community. Volunteer your time at a local soup kitchen, homeless shelter, or animal shelter. You can also donate to a charity that supports a cause you care about
