National Blasé Day: Blasé Day which is observed every November 25th, is a very odd holiday that gives secular individuals to convey their discontentment with the things that fail to impress them. It is unsurprising that the French have a term to portray this state of mind, given that they grew up in a country that is dripping with art and culture, where displeasure is not a big thing.
If you are also finding yourself to be too cosmopolitan and cultured in comparison to those around you who are easily impressed, now it is the time for you to indulge in complaining about your routine. One can get enjoyment from the absence of the constant need to hide their displeasure.
What is Blasé Day?
The Blasé Day was discovered by Thomas and Ruth Roy of well cat holidays. The word ‘blasé’ comes from the French word which means to be unimpressed, indifferent, or bored with something that has been watched or experienced many times before. Blasé Day inspires people to take pleasure in the annoying incidents that surround their lives by being blasé about them. Also, you don’t need to be cautious about everything that happens to you or around you.
Sometimes it is okay to feel blasé about things that are not in your hands. Everyone feels ‘blasé’ at some moment in their life. Apathy comes as a natural defense tool that prevents us from thinking about things that might cause us too much pain, or when we are stressed or disappointed.
Although being blasé is something we can’t avoid, continuing in the same state is a very unhealthy attitude. If someone is showing apathy for a long time then it could be some major psychological and social issue, although it might not always be the same case for everyone.
Blasé Day History
The Blasé which is a French word that came out during the 19th century and has Germanic origins. Some define ‘blasé’ as difficult to impress as they are indifferent to things, usually because they have experienced them before. This can be due to overindulgence or having many interesting and exciting life experiences. Such as someone who often travels and has visited many beautiful places might be harder to please.
Those who are very familiar with French culture know it through literature, art, film, and philosophy. It is a country rich with a culture that has a very liberal view of life.
Despite having a heavy influence from the West, French people still differ very much when it comes to their attitude, which is the very first thing that foreigners notice when they visit France. French people are very formal and polite. French people are also known for being intellectual and thoughtful and value the arts. Because of this they seem calm and collected than most cultures. They show little excitement and enthusiasm.
French people are likely to keep a more blasé front. They are also very less dramatic with their emotions and not so expressive. This thing makes this holiday fit for the French people, Especially for those who are living abroad and finding things extremely blasé.