Rethinking Public Holidays: A Personal (and Slightly Confused) Perspective
Tired of rigid public holidays? What if we flipped the script—closed shops on Wednesdays and kept weekends buzzing? Life doesn’t always follow a calendar, so why should our breaks? Here’s to embracing spontaneity and rethinking when we pause. #DoWhatYouWantWednesdays
I grew up in Europe, where public holidays pop up like surprise parties—except you're not always in the mood to celebrate. Don’t get me wrong, I love a good break as much as the next person. But do I really need a government-sanctioned pause to remind me it’s time to relax?
Imagine being deep into a productive groove, fueled by caffeine and ambition, only to be blindsided by an unexpected public holiday. Everything grinds to a halt: shops shuttered, streets eerily quiet, and your to-do list glaring at you like, "Not today, buddy." It’s like life’s version of stopping a thrilling Netflix series mid-season—disruptive and slightly maddening.
Then there’s the Sunday phenomenon. Why, oh why, does the world decide to slow down precisely when I finally have time to speed up? You want to run errands, grab brunch, or even just buy toothpaste, but the universe says, "Nope, it’s Sunday. Reflect, rest, and realize you should’ve planned better."
And hey, why not flip the script? Let’s close everything on Wednesdays when most people are knee-deep in work or school. That way, weekends can be the bustling hub of productivity and spontaneity they’re meant to be. Need to buy socks at 9 PM on a Saturday? No problem. But on Wednesday? Good luck.
Ultimately, while public holidays and Sundays have their charm (and historical significance), wouldn’t it be great if we had a little more flexibility? Life doesn’t always fit neatly into a calendar, and sometimes, the best break is the one you choose for yourself.
So, here’s to rethinking breaks, embracing spontaneity, and maybe—just maybe—petitioning for "Do-What-You-Want Wednesdays."
—Remco
