National Opposite Day ― Date, History, and Details

National Opposite Day

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History of National Opposite Day and How to Celebrate/ Observe It

National Opposite Day is celebrated annually on January 25th. The day is dedicated to reversing the norm and doing things in the opposite way that they are typically done. For example, on National Opposite Day you would give compliments instead of insults, wear your clothes backwards, and eat dessert before dinner.

The origins of National Opposite Day are unknown, but the day has been celebrated for many years. One theory is that the day was created by children as a way to prank their parents and friends. Another theory is that the day was created by adults as a way to poking fun at the way children often do things backwards or upside down.

Whatever the origins of the day, it is now a day for people of all ages to have fun and do things in a way that is opposite of the norm. So if you are feeling silly and spontaneous, celebrate National Opposite Day by doing everything backwards for a day!