Although there are a few contradictory dates on which National Opposite Day is celebrated, most sources say it is on 25 January.
Today is the perfect opportunity to have fun all day long by saying exactly the opposite of what you really mean. Is it good morning or good night? Hello or goodbye? Am I hot or am I cold?
This day has kids everywhere rejoicing and is also a great day for adults to play along and even consider having dinner for breakfast or breakfast for dinner!
The origin of this day is unknown, however there are references made to it that date back to US president Calvin Coolidge in the 1920s. In the 1928 American election, Coolidge made a statement to the press announcing, “I do not choose to run.” This statement spurred a debate and left everyone wondering if he really meant the opposite.
To celebrate today is really easy: just do the opposite of what you mean! Watch this video and allow Spongebob Squarepants to help you celebrate.
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