National Cat Herders Day – December 15, 2022

Herding cats appears impossible, especially when there are too many cats. However, this national holiday is not about people who have to herd cats.

The term “cat herder” is derived from the idiom “herding cats,” which means to control or manage complex tasks.

A mother, for example, is a cat herder who has to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

So National Cat Herders Day is dedicated to those who manage complex tasks or lead a group of people.

When is National Cat Herders Day 2022?

Reasons to Enjoy National  Day of Cat Herders

Here are some fun reasons to enjoy Cat Herders Day.

• Relieves the Stress:  Dedicating a day to cat herders reduces their stress and increases their efficiency.
• Encourages to Manage Time: We always complain that we have many tasks but not enough time to complete them. This national holiday teaches us that time management is a skill everyone should master; that’s why we love it.
• Adds Value to Your Work: This day allows cat herders to reflect on the purpose of their difficult work, which adds value to their work and motivates them to continue it.
• Give a Break: It also reminds hard workers to take a short break to avoid burnout.

5 Fun Ideas to Celebrate Cat Herders Day 2022

Let me share some of my favorite ways to spend the National Day of Cat Herders.

Celebrate With Your Team

This day is for you if you are a team manager who has to assign tasks and resolve conflicts among your team members.

However, because your teammates are the reason you have an authoritative role, you must celebrate the national day with them.

You can take your team members to lunch or dinner after you finish the work. If you are close to your team members, you can host a dinner or a party at your home for them.

Play games and have fun with your team members because you all deserve it after all of your hard work.

Appreciate The Cat Herder

As we know, herding cats refers to those who face complex tasks daily and are subject to a great deal of mental strain.

These people could be your parents, the CEO of a company, a team leader, a student, a waiter, or anyone who has to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Without their efforts, half of the needed work would have remained unfinished, so we should appreciate and thank them for their hard work.

You can send them a card, take them out to lunch, or do anything else to show your appreciation.

If you are a child, show appreciation for your parents’ efforts by giving them gifts. Have you ever had fantastic food at a restaurant? If so, provide a large tip to the waiter to recognize their efforts.

Enjoy the Day on Your Own

Managing people and various tasks can be overwhelming, especially if the job is extremely difficult and you are constantly confronted with new and more complex situations.

Doing a lot of work can cause burnout. To avoid it, use this day to take a short break from your work.

You can take a much-needed vacation, go shopping, spend quality time with your friends and family, or enjoy your holiday by watching your favorite movies.

Raise Awareness

Raising awareness about Cat Herder Day is very important as it will teach people to respect those working hard to manage complicated tasks daily.

If you’re celebrating this day as a cat herder or admirer, post about it on your social media accounts.

Teach your followers how they can manage their time to handle different tasks efficiently and can increase their productivity.

You can also create educational posts to raise burnout awareness and discuss the methods to avoid it.

Accept New Challenges on Cat Herders Day

On this national holiday, challenge yourself to complete a difficult task that may appear impossible.

Learning a new language, being consistent in your studies, reading a book a week for the next 6 months, or anything else that will require your effort and time are some challenges for you.

By accepting these challenges, you’ll get to learn the art of time management and leadership skills.

Facts about Cat Herders

• The idiom “herding cats” became popular in the 2000s after it was used in a Super Bowl commercial.
• The copyrights of National Cat Herders Day are owned by the owner of WellCat i.e. Thomas and Ruth Roy.
• Mahatma Gandhi, Nelson Mandela, and Martin Luther King Jr., the most famous cat herders, created seemingly impossible revolutions.

Final Words

Americans observe National Cat Herders Day annually to recognize the efforts of those who work hard every day and overcome numerous challenges.

On this day, people recognize and thank these individuals for their efforts. Cat Herders are also encouraged to take a day off from the stressful routine to relax.