Desperation Day

Desperation Day was created by the main character of the cult series “How I Met Your Mother”. The sixteenth episode is of the same name. The action takes place on February 13, the day of celebration. A single man is looking for any way to find his soul mate, so as not to be alone this year. He fails to achieve his goal, but he once again finds himself in a chain of funny incidents.

History

In 2005, the premiere of the television series took place, which was a resounding success. The love story of Barney Stinson makes you believe in happy accidents. He was an inveterate bachelor who was alien to ordinary human feelings. Unexpectedly for everyone, he turns into a desperate romantic. He loses optimism but continues to come up with new jokes that can brighten even the harshest day.

Despite the holiday’s unofficial status, its importance is very high. Anyone who is not in a relationship sometimes feels upset. Loneliness can be depressing, but there are some advantages to it. It is worth taking a break from pessimism and seeing the positive sides.

Fun Facts

• In 2011, a special episode of the series “How I Met Your Mother” was released. Fans immediately noted the resourcefulness of their favorite character. One of the fans came up with the idea of creating a holiday of the same name, which would help other singles cope with their feelings.
• The holiday is very popular. The idea spread among singles who were to spend February 14 without a soul mate. They tried to lend a helping hand to those who needed it.

How to Celebrate

There are many ways to celebrate the holiday. Choose the one you like:

Go on a date. Trust fate and choose a suitable person from your environment. You can even do something truly spontaneous and invite a passerby who caught your attention.

Watch “How I Met Your Mother”. People owe the existence of the holiday to this series, so it is worth getting acquainted with its content and enjoying time with its wonderful characters.

When is Desperation Day in 2025?

Desperation Day is observed on February 13 each year.

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