Love it or hate it, #KeepCalm is the social media slogan of the day

As any Twitterer worth his/her social media salt would tell you, the weekday was all about Twitter peeps wanting us to feel cool and collected. The master of social media destinations -- that'd be Twitter, of course -- saw people using the British slogan, Keep Calm, left and right.

Updated on: Apr 8, 2015, 15:49:38 IST

Hindustan Times | By Sanya Panwar, New Delhi

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Different day, different hashtag.

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That said: There was no escaping keep-calm-o-matic. Not on Wednesday and definitely not on Twitter.

As any Twitterer worth his/her social media salt would tell you, the weekday was all about Twitter peeps wanting us to feel cool and collected. The master of social media destinations -- that'd be Twitter, of course -- saw people using the British slogan, Keep Calm, left and right. The whirlwind world of Twitter found ways to push the catchy and versatile slogan (which FYI was used by the British government in 1939 in preparation for the Second World War), simply, any and everywhere.

Evidence, this way: So, take a deep breath and sample these (very random) tweets.

* Keep calm and read this

Now, we all know meditating, going outdoors and doing yoga are incredibly useful ways to beat stressful emotions, but sometimes we need to get creative. And the hashtag #KeepCalm helped Twitter souls around the world do just that. This, ladies and gentlemen, is how you go from chaos to calm and get through a hectic weekday, Twitter-style.

Here's to calming your nerves and making you smile with these stress-killing Twitter shares.

* Twitter mischief or marketing gimmick?

Checkout how the hashtag, which was trending for over five hours on Wednesday, saw hundreds of Twitter users share their favourite #KeepCalm messages. We've assembled few of the entertaining tweets: So, while few clearly thought this was the most mindless (but fun) hashtag ever, others used it to sell, anything and everything.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Sanya Panwar
With a keen eye for detail and a heart for storytelling, Sanya is a seasoned lifestyle journalist who has spent over a decade documenting the intersection of aesthetics and substance. Since stepping into the media world in 2012, she has cultivated a career defined by versatility, curiosity, and an unwavering passion for what makes life both beautiful and meaningful. Over the last many years, she has navigated the fast-paced realms of health, wellness, fitness and fashion while pivoting seamlessly into the nuances of decor and travel. Her work often explores the deeper layers of modern living, delving into art and decor trends that transform spaces, insightful perspectives on gender, parenting, and mental health, immersive travel narratives that capture the essence of a destination. A self-proclaimed aesthetics enthusiast, Sanya doesn't just report on trends — she analyses them. Whether she’s identifying the next shift in fitness or discovering a breakthrough in design, she uses her platform to spark meaningful conversations that resonate with a contemporary audience. Sanya is an alumna of St. Xavier’s College, Kolkata, and the Asian College of Journalism (ACJ), Chennai, where she honed the investigative rigour she brings to her lifestyle reporting today. When she isn't chasing deadlines or conducting interviews, Sanya practices what she preaches. You’ll likely find her sipping matcha, practicing yoga, or scouting the newest cafes. Above all, she finds her balance in nature — whether it's a quiet hike or a moment of reflection in the outdoors, she remains constantly inspired by the tranquillity of the natural world.Read More

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