What is National Hero Day?

On October 8th, National Hero Day honors those we look up to and inspire us to be the best person we can possibly be.

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If asked to name a person, many of us would name the characteristics that make a person more capable, intelligent, kinder, and more than the average human being. If asked to name the word hero, many of us would name the characteristics that make a person more than average human beings. They are the people who give when they have nothing to give. Heroes perform before anyone else knows there's a problem. They volunteer to bring someone else before them.

Our heroes may be the first responders to rescue us from a dangerous situation. They may be a mentor, like a parent or a teacher. Heroes lead us through their examples as role models and heroes.. They live their lives in such a way that we're proud to know them and want to follow their example..

And heroes, true-life heroes, are seldom recognized. That's why National Hero Day encourages you to honor the heroes in your life.