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My name is Dan Zook, and I’m excited to be your friendly companion on this journey of rediscovery, growth, and self-improvement. My story, like many of yours, begins within the confines of traditional societal norms but over the past 15 years has veered into the exploratory terrains of alternative holidays, traditions, and ways to do things. More about Dan: https://discoveralternative.com/about

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How to Celebrate International Democracy Day

Who says you shouldn’t talk politics during the holidays?! 🙂 Today, we’re diving deep into another unique holiday from our Alternative Holiday Calendar—The International Day of Democracy, celebrated annually on September 15th. Celebrating the International Day of Democracy is an intentional way to build support for the causes you and your family care about. Whether

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Ignite Passion and Transformation: How to Celebrate the Festival of Vulcan in a Modern Way

Welcome fire lovers! Whether you found this article online or scanned the QR code on the Alternative Holiday Calendar, let’s dig into the Festival of Vulcan! — Fire has been a vital element to human civilization since the dawn of time. It’s not just about survival; fire also symbolizes transformation, creation, and sometimes, destruction. If

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Celebrate Lammas (Lughnasadh) — An Alternative Way to Reconnect and Recharge

Hey there, readers! If you’ve been feeling a bit disconnected from nature or are just craving a more meaningful way to celebrate the shifting seasons, then you’re in the right place. Today, we’re diving into how to celebrate Lammas, a traditional harvest festival that has roots going back thousands of years. And let me tell

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