What is a Celebration? Why are they important?

A celebration is an organized gathering which brings tribute to an important event or occasion.  Most common celebrations are based on life events, whether it be a birthday, anniversary, wedding, or new baby just to name a few.  Next would be personal accomplishments, such as graduation, promotion, or retirement.  Then there are corporate events, which are not limited to the launch of a new business, release of a new book or product, or a sales team meeting a major goal. 

There are skeptics who view celebrations as being unnecessary, grandiose, and wasteful.  Of course everyone is free to their opinion and to live in a manner of their choosing, however, they miss out on the benefits that such celebrations bring to our lives. 

A few of those benefits are:

1. Cultivating Bonds:  One of the best times to bond with family and friends are during these celebratory moments in life.  No matter the celebration, we are connecting with our loved ones on a more profound level.
2. Creating Lasting Memories:  When we celebrate special occasions we are storing the moment in our memory banks for future recollection.  Photographs, videos, and other forms of mementos help to triggers these euphoric memories.
3. Adding Jubilation to Our Lives:  Celebrations allow us to break free from the day-to-day stresses of life.  It is a time where we can let loose eat, dance, sing, play, and laugh.