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National Best Friends Day: History, Importance and Ways to Celebrate

National Best Friends Day is a good time to stop and think about the wonderful friends who brighten our lives. They are the ones who fully comprehend you and support you through every phase of life

National Best Friends Day

National Best Friends Day. Illustration by Binay Sinha

Sonika Nitin Nimje New Delhi

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In the United States and Canada, National Best Friends Day is a special day on June 8 to recognize and honour cherished friendships. This day gives us a potential chance to offer thanks to the friends who essentially affect our lives and to praise the delight and support that friendship brings.

The best friends we choose are like our family. Best friends, whether near or far, old or new, help us get through life, stand by our side like a rock, offer us a shoulder to cry on, celebrate our happiest times as they do, and treat us with unconditional love. While there are numerous ways individuals celebrate their best friends globally, each culture praises their significance in our lives.
 

 

National Best Friends Day: History

In 1935, the Congress of the United States established a day yearly to honour close friendships. They chose June 8, which is a warm day across the country that is great for doing things outside. Since then, the custom of celebrating the day has spread to different nations. 

As a day to recognize and appreciate the friends who bring happiness, companionship, and support into each other's lives, it has gained popularity in recent years. It fills in as a suggestion to treasure and perceive the positive impact they have on one's overall being.


National Best Friends Day: Importance

Best friends have a special place in our hearts. They are the ones who fully understand us and accompany us through every stage of life. They listen with empathy, offer direction, and share our achievements and failures. They create lasting memories and shared experiences, making life more enjoyable and satisfying.

It doesn't matter if your best friend is your parents, grandparents, spouse, siblings, or even a pet; the day is all about being thankful for the bond we have with them, cherishing every moment we spend together, and making new memories.


National Best Friends Day: Celebration

National Best Friends Day is not observed in a traditional manner. You can celebrate in your own unique way. If you need ideas, you can always go out with your friends to have a drink, give each other meaningful gifts, participate in an activity, meet at your favourite restaurant to spend some time together, or post pictures of yourself together on social media.

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First Published: Jun 08 2023 | 4:38 PM IST

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