Happy Mother's Day!

Origin of Mother’s Day:

The celebration of mothers and motherhood dates back to the time of the ancient Greeks and Romans, who staged festivals in honour of the mother goddesses Rhea and Cybele. However, Mother's Day's clearest modern precursor is the early Christian holiday known as "Mothering Sunday."

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Children would give their mothers flowers and other symbols of affection as part of the Mothering Sunday custom as it evolved into a more secular celebration. 

Mother’s Day in 2023:

In today’s time,  the exact date and traditions may vary from country to country, but the sentiment of expressing love and gratitude to the women who have nurtured and cared for us remains universal.

In many countries, Mother's Day is celebrated on the second Sunday in May. This year India, the US and Australia will celebrate Mother's Day on May 14 (Sunday), whereas UK and Mexico will mark it on March 19 and May 10 respectively.

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Regardless of when it is celebrated, Mother's Day is a time to show appreciation for the sacrifices and hard work that mothers do every day.

Celebrations of Mother’s Day Around the World:

Mother's Day is observed in various ways around the world, however, customs vary from nation to nation. For instance,

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In many cultures, it is traditional to give flowers, cards, or gifts to mothers on this day. In some countries, such as Mexico and Ethiopia, families gather together to prepare special meals and spend time together.

Mother’s Day at Skill Live:

At our language institute, we recognize that mothers play a vital role in helping their children learn and grow. We know that many of our students are mothers, and we want to honour and celebrate them on this special day.

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To our students and all the mothers of the world: thank you for all that you do. We know that it can be challenging, but your dedication and hard work inspires us every day. We hope that you feel loved and appreciated on this Mother's Day and every day.

Let’s bring joy to all:

To our students who have mothers or mother figures: take some time this Mother's Day to express your love and gratitude to them in their native language. Whether it's a heartfelt message or a simple "I love you," your words will mean the world to them.

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And to everyone else: let's all take a moment to appreciate the mothers and mother figures in our lives. Whether it's our own mothers, grandmothers, aunts, or mentors, they have all played a role in shaping who we are today. Let's honour their hard work and dedication on this special day.

Happy Mother's Day to all the mothers and mother figures out there!

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