Here’s a bit of Labor Day history for you. The first Labor Day holiday was celebrated on Tuesday, September 5, 1882, in New York City. Before the turn of the 20th century the entirety of the United States had adopted Labor Day as an official holiday; to be celebrated on the first Monday of every September. The point of the holiday is to celebrate the social and economic achievements of the American worker. How appropriate. Think about that statement with me for just a moment. “The social and economic achievements of the American worker.”

While the United States isn’t perfect it’s amazing to really think about how much good we have collectively done in the world. It’s true there are stains in our history, but the accomplishments of the citizens of the U.S. – the American worker – are awesome.

That said right now is a tough time for a lot of people who are out of work. The unemployment rate for August stood at around 9.1% (a national average). Maybe your state fares a little better, or maybe it’s worse off. Either way people all around the country who need jobs are unfortunately unemployed. I’m of the opinion that thinking positive thoughts will yield positive results. I have no scientific data to back it up, but my life seems to be working out since I’ve adopted said approach. That said I’m hopeful that the unemployment rate will continue to drop and we can get the American working man back to work.

Are you lucky enough to be employed at the moment (whether self-employed or otherwise)? Leave your comments below, whether you’re working or not. I’d love to hear from you.