October 5 2021 October 10 2021
REPUBLIC DAY
(PORTUGAL)
WORLD MENTAL
HEALTH DAY
Republic Day, fully named "Implantation
of the Republic Day," is a public holiday in
Portugal that comes every October 5th to
commemorate the overthrow of the monarchy
and establishment of a republic in Portugal
on that date in 1910. This holiday celebrates
the establishment of a republican form of
government in 1910 when the monarchy, the
House of Braganca, that had been in power
since the 11th century was overthrown in a
bloodless revolution.
Those touring Portugal on Republic Day will
find that few Portuguese celebrate it, but
they will also find many interesting tourists
stops that relate to the history and times it
represents.
Recognized by the World Health Organization
(WHO) on October 10th of each year, World
Mental Health Day is an opportunity to break
down the stigmas surrounding mental health
issues and encourage discussion on how
to make support for mental health issues
more accessible to everyone's lifestyle and
socioeconomic status. In fact, the World
Federation for Mental Health (WFMH) declared
2021's World Mental Health Day's theme,
"Mental Health in an Unequal World," in an
effort to encourage thoughtful discussion on
the inequal distribution of the availability of
mental health support across socioeconomic
status levels.
As we continue to live through rapidly changing
times filled with uncertainty, taking care of
ourselves mentally as well as physically has
become even more important. In August, Capri
Holdings launched the inaugural issue of Thrive,
a quarterly communication aimed at helping
employees use a holistic approach to increase
their overall wellbeing. In this issue of Thrive,
you can find materials such as tips for coping
with stress, a wellness check-in guide, and
guided meditation videos to help improve your
overall wellness.
In Portugal,
on this day,
families
gather at the
table and tell
stories that
our ancestors
lived."
For me, it's a
day of great
pride because
it's the
beginning of
the power of
choice."
ANA FILIPA CASACA GUARDADO
SALES ASSISTANT -
VERSACE LISBON, PORTUGAL
CARLA CELINA MIRANDA TAVARES
SALES ASSISTANT -
VERSACE LISBON, PORTUGAL
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