National Do A Grouch A Favor Day is a call to kindness on February 16th. Everyone knows a grouch, and some of us may even be guilty of being one. On February 16th, maybe you can be the one to find the sweeter side of a grouch.

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For some, it’s in their nature to be grouchy all of the time, while others may just be having a rough day or two. On National Do a Grouch a Favor Day, we can turn the grouch’s frown upside down!

A grouch can be called by several names, some of which won’t be described here. However, a few that might be useful are curmudgeon, crank, grump, sourpuss, bellyacher, grouse, crosspatch, malcontent, crab, and grumbler. If you manage to turn their mood around, they might become known as the neighborhood idealist. 

The grouch that you know might be a friend, relative, co-worker, boss, neighbor or someone who lives in your house. The favor you do on National Do a Grouch a Favor Day can be simple or elaborate.  Either way, doing them a favor will feel right for you!!

Maybe February 16th would be a fun day to watch the movies Grumpy Old Men and Grumpier Old Men.

Let’s make it a better day for your favorite grouch!

HOW TO OBSERVE DO A GROUCH A FAVOR DAY

  • Find out their favorite baked good and surprise your favorite grouch with it.
  • Listen to their grumblings and grumble along with them for the day. You might find out some of the reasons why they’re such a grump.
  • Just visit with them.
  • Offer to help with a difficult project.
  • Do something to make a grouch’s day better, and Use #DoAGrouchAFavorDay to post on social media.

DO A GROUCH A FAVOR DAY HISTORY National Day Calendar, while using the sweetest honey, has yet to find the origins of this fun holiday. Our search has harmed no grouches, and few may have been cheered.

Grouch FAQQ. I’m not a grouch. Can I celebrate this day?
A. Yes! Please do. Give a shout-out to your favorite grouch or try one of the suggestions above.

  1. Are grouches always grouchy?
    A. No. Even the grouchiest grouch has their non-grouchy moments. Pay attention. You might discover what brings a smile to their faces.