National All or Nothing Day

The Romans understood it so well they had a saying: “Carpe Diem” or seize the day. All Or Nothing Day takes that spirit and urges people to break through their barriers, ignore the fears that hold them back, and make that big commitment to a better life.

Whether it’s applying for a job, trying an extreme sport, or just saying ‘sorry’ to someone, everyone has something they would love to do if only they weren’t so scared. All Or Nothing Day is the day for the girding of loins, taking it on the chin, and confronting those fears. As it says, by breaking the deadlock, you may end up with all or nothing, but at least the barrier is broken. You succeed or fail, but you are no longer paralyzed by indecision.

Seize the day; the rest of your life won’t wait forever.

Learn about National All or Nothing Day

National All or Nothing Day has been designed so that you live the day like it is your list. It is your opportunity to do something that you have always wanted to do, whether this is sing in public or visit a certain place. All or nothing basically means that you should give something your everything or don’t bother at all. It is the perfect day for you to take a chance to do something that you have always wanted to do. Even if it goes wrong, it doesn’t matter! You are going to gain more from trying than you are from not doing anything at all.

History of National All or Nothing Day

All or nothing is a phrase that is said to be very similar to a Latin phrase, either Caesar or nothing, which has the same meaning. It is a day that is designed to help to encourage people to put their all into something. After all, some people are natural risk-takers. They are ‘All or Nothing’ in their approach to daily life. Yet, for most of us, we are more cautious, and we need a bit of a push to go and get what we really want. National All or Nothing Day is here to give you that push and to encourage you to go for what you really want in life, and to go for it fully. No half-hearted approach here!

How to celebrate National All or Nothing Day

When it comes to celebrating National All or Nothing Day, we really can’t tell you what to do specifically. After all, what this day means to you may be different to someone else. What it is all about, though, is letting your inner daredevil shine through. Take risks and live on the edge. For some people, this could mean jumping out of a plane or doing another adrenaline-rush type of activity. For others, this could mean asking someone out on a date or trying to repair a friendship that has gone wrong. We’re all different, right? And so, so we all have different things that we find difficult and risky! Some people don’t have any fear when it comes to physical activities yet it’s emotional things that are a challenge. For others, the opposite can be true. So, no matter what applies to you, it is all about using this day to go for those things that you really want, no matter how worried you may feel.

What would you want to do if today was your last?

Another great way to spend National All or Nothing Day is to truly think about it like it is your last day on earth. If you only had 24 hours left, how would you spend them? Make a list of all of the different things that you would like to do. This could be anything from visiting your family, perhaps going to a place you have always wanted to. Or maybe trying out an activity you have always wanted to. It does not matter how short or long this list is. Just write down whatever feels right for you. You can then spend the day going through the list and ticking off as much as possible. If you aren’t able to do everything on the list, you can save it for the next National All or Nothing Day. Or, you can go with the spirit of the date, and simply do all of the activities as soon as you possibly can. Why wait around for next year?

Make a plan to achieve your goals

Of course, you don’t have to go out and do something crazy on National All or Nothing Day. You can simply use this day to make some big decisions regarding your life goals. A lot of people have questions that plague their mind all of the time. For example, there are a lot of people that don’t feel fully satisfied in their current position at work.

They have dreams of doing something different and chasing a different career, yet they may not feel confident enough to do this. If this applies to you, you could sit down and make a plan for how you are going to go and achieve your objectives. You will really feel like you have achieved something after this. After all, the first step is often the hardest! 

Watch inspirational films and TV series

Another way to celebrate National All or Nothing Day is to watch some films or TV programs that are based on this motto. In fact, there is even a British drama film called All or Nothing. It was directed by Mike Leigh and released in 2002. The film has received rave reviews, and it has even won a number of words, including the Best British Film of the Year at the London Film Critics Circle Award. It follows three working-class families and their everyday lives.

Of course, there are also a lot of sports shows and films that are called All or Nothing. If you are a sports fan, you will definitely appreciate these sorts of shows. They take a look at how athletes put everything on the line. For example, there is a TV Series called All or Nothing on Amazon Prime, which follows different sports teams.

Each year, an NFL team is at the center of the TV series, with the Philadelphia Eagles in 2020 and the Carolina Panthers in 2019. However, it is not just about NFL, as there have been other teams that have been at the center of these shows over the years too. Including the Brazilian national football team, as well as the New Zealand All Blacks, which is a rugby team.

For sports fans, you can enjoy binging on these series, which are not only incredibly entertaining, but they show you how these teams went all-in to achieve their goals. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn’t, but that’s the way life is and that’s the important message about this day!