April is a month in which we make fool of people on the very first day. But also, the month which teaches you to be honest every day. Not only this, but the month also allows you to appreciate an important person in your life. A person who helps you look good by giving you an amazing hairstyle. We observe National Honesty Day and National Hairstylist Appreciation Day on April 30. This month is a rollercoaster. From April Fool’s Day to National Honesty Day, it has everything on its platter.
National Honesty Day
We all have heard the quote “Honesty is the best policy”. Although, we are taught to speak the truth from a young age, yet honesty in a person is rare to find. Even though we don’t intend to lie, but some situations make you do it. National Honesty Day celebrated on April 30 every year encourages everyone to be honest in every sphere of life. Speaking truth strengthens the relationships and bonds, be it between anyone. Even with a customer.
History of this day
This holiday was established during the 1990s by former press secretary M. Hirsh Goldberg from Maryland. It started as part of the writing of his book “The Book of Lies: Fibs, Tales, Schemes, Scams, Fakes, and Frauds That Have Changed the Course of History and Affect Our Daily Lives.” In contrast to all the stupidity on the first of the month, it chose the last day of April to observe this day.
The concept of the day was simple, without any motives, asking direct questions and expecting brutal honest answers. Before this, you must be honest with yourself first. Then only, you can speak the truth clearly to others. This day, therefore, promotes honesty and simple communication in politics, relationships, consumer relations, and historical education.
How to celebrate this day
- Speak truth all day long. No matter how hard it may be.
- Share your thoughts honestly that you have kept to yourself for a long time.
- Try and tell the truth to the person you have lied to before.
- Spread awareness of this day around you.
National Hairstylist Appreciation Day
We know how one bad hair day can make our mood unpleasant. And especially when there is some special occasion, or we have to go somewhere. Our hairstylist is the go-to person to fix any mess related to our hair. Moreover, when we get bore with our looks, they are the ones who transform us in the best way. National Hairstylist Appreciation Day celebrated on April 30 acknowledges the efforts and hard work of such hairstylists all over the country.
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History of this day
Although the founder of this day is still unknown, we realize the importance of this day. Cutting and styling our hair is what every generation has done. Hairstyles are a symbol of fashion. Every era has its way of styling the hair. Be it, men or women, a good hairdo is what makes the look complete. Hairstyles have also been a symbol of social status, community identification, and even gender norms throughout history.
Additionally, keeping a certain style of hairstyle has been helpful during the various social movements. For instance, women having bob haircuts represented their stand against the injustice to the women and the demand for inequality during the 1800s.
How to celebrate this day
- Visit your local hairstylist and treat them with the tip they deserve.
- Thank them and appreciate your hairstylist.
- Try out a new hairstyle or just change the color of your hair.
- Recommend your hairstylist to others.
- You can even send them a gift or a card appreciating them.
