Apparently, today is International Beer Day—though I also heard it’s another special day, but I can’t remember which. That got me thinking—what exactly are we meant to do with an “International X Day”?

Are we supposed to reflect on the broader impact of the subject being celebrated? For example, on International Women’s Day, people organize rallies, discussions, and events to highlight women’s contributions and address issues like gender inequality, human trafficking, and women-friendly business practices.

But what about International Beer Day? Are we meant to examine the effects of beer on society—the way it contributes to poverty, unintended pregnancies, or reckless behavior? Or should we acknowledge its role in easing social interactions, reducing anxiety, and even sparking creative ideas?

Every aspect of life has both positives and negatives, and few things are inherently good or bad. As Edward de Bono suggests, every situation has its benefits, drawbacks, and thought-provoking elements.

Choosing Your Own “Day”

Instead of aligning with a pre-designated celebration, why not create our own? Today could be “Organized Desk Day,” “Stay Focused on My Goals Day,” or “Prioritize Health Day.”

What if, instead of fixating on an external theme, we dedicated our energy to improving just one aspect of our lives? Perhaps that would be more meaningful than, dare I say, spending the day thinking about beer.