Probably our new favorite holiday :D
If Tiny and Snail had a day on the calendar that captured our mission, this would be THE DAY.
Let me cut to the chase:
National Brave Day is about women empowering women through small acts of support.
From NationalDayCalendar.com :
"On the last Friday in September, National BRAVE Day honors women who lift each other up, rescue each other and make each other BRAVE.
#NationalBRAVEDay
"Sometimes just a flutter of encouragement comes in the form of timely guidance from another woman. Other times, groups of women provide the energy to coordinate thoughtful efforts for someone in need. Women empowering women.
"Despite varied experiences and backgrounds, women come together across generations to support each other.
"These small tokens come in many forms. For example, a momentary reprieve over a cup of coffee during a hectic day makes all the difference. A well-written letter may change the course of a life*.
"These small tokens strengthen a woman who may have undergone unspoken tragedy or struggles. The opportunities to empower sisters, friends, family, even a stranger are limitless. National BRAVE Day, seeks out tangible ways to encourage women to keep moving forward and to be BRAVE."
*Originally, the article said "a well-written letter of recommendation." However, why limit it to improving a career? A well-written letter from a friend may change the course of a life too!
The Tiny and Snail way to OBSERVE NATIONAL BRAVE DAY
There are many ways to lift up other women, but cards are one the easiest (and best!) ways to show up for people in your life.
Text messages and emails aren't the same as a letter. Digital media overwhelms our lives right now. A card in the mail cuts through that noise. It is now a rare and magical experience to find an real card in your actual mailbox!
It was like we created this Courage Collection for BRAVE day years before we knew about it. Use this set to encourage 7 women in your life this month!
***WIN THIS COMPLETE SET! WRITE A COMMENT BELOW about who you are writing to this weekend to celebrate National BRAVE day. Details at the bottom of this post!**
Women you could write to & Celebrate National BRAVE day:
-a mom of young kids
-a mom of a teenager!
-someone who is physically suffering
-someone who is mentally or emotionally suffering
-someone who has experienced a large loss recently
-someone who has gone through a large loss years ago
-as a Thank You to a woman who has been there for you when you needed them
-someone you admire for their bravery
Imagine if every person who reads this to write to at least one of the suggestions from this list. What wave of good we could do in the world.
Frida Kahlo was always pushing the boundaries in her life and art, all while fighting the horrific pain that she endured from a bus accident.
Do you know anyone who burns brightly like that?
I bet they'd LOVE to get this card from you!
People have used this card for when a loved one goes through a heart procedure, and we've had customers use this card for someone going through a divorce.
If you are really inspired by this post, consider getting yourself the "My Firefirely Kit." This kit includes 12 cards (6 of gratitude, 6 of sympathy and support) and monthly emails to encourage you to write a card.
In Summary:
It's National BRAVE Day — Sept. 30th, 2022
Show up for women in your life who need some encouragement
Leave a comment below with who you are going to write to in honor of BRAVE day, and we will gift one of you with a complete set of the Courage Collection! (USA only, sorry!)
57 comments
I am so incredibly grateful to be a part of a small, close-knit group of women who intentionally walk through life together. We were all scattered across the country when Covid hit, but we regularly connect through Zoom and send cards for extra encouragement. These women have been such an uplifting force in my life through the hard times and the good times. I can’t imagine getting through the tumultuous events of the past few years without them!
My comment is similar to Chelsea’s… I have an address book full of women that I try to write to every month or two. Sometimes they write back, sometimes not, but I always love sending a little encouragement or just a “hi, how are you?” so they know someone is thinking of them. Thanks so much for sharing about this day and reminding everyone to send a note to a loved one! <3
I am writing to my friend who is currently out of state to be with her mom in the last stages of life as we know it. The nurses are giving her days to weeks and my friend went to be with her until the end. She is stressed in general + we just got pounded with a hurricane (her house is fine-I just got back from checking). A little note goes a long way! :)
My friend started a new job, moved to a new home, and had to put down her elderly pooch. That’s a lot for the last month, and a nice note in the mail might give her a smile.
Today is also the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in Canada, and to have it coincide with Brave Day is just incredible. It takes incredible courage to face intergenerational trauma and the many personal and cultural echoes faced by Indigenous people who suffered immense pain and injustice within the residential school system over decades. May we all be brave enough to tackle this issue, learn, and move forward together in hope and healing.