Dry January and The Golden Gate Bridge’s Life Saving Makeover

Today’s Solutions: October 06, 2024

The Optimist Daily Update

Dry January and The Golden Gate Bridge's Life Saving Makeover

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Happy New Year!

Arielle and Karissa catch up and talk about how they rang in 2024, then Arielle leads a conversation about the science behind Dry January. After, Karissa talks about a life-saving change on San Francisco’s iconic Golden Gate Bridge.

Trigger Warning

This episode involves discussions about suicide, which may be distressing for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is in crisis, please seek immediate support from a mental health professional or contact a crisis helpline.

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This article was originally published on January 12, 2024

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