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5 top tips for getting your kids ready for the new school yearÂ
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM The adjustment from carefree days of summer to the regulated atmosphere of school can be difficult for children. They may experience a mix of enthusiasm, worry, melancholy, and uncertainty when the new school year begins. Listen and validate: understanding Read More...
NHS 111 expands to provide 24-hour mental health crisis support
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM In a big step forward for mental health care, England has become one of the first countries to provide 24-hour help for people in crisis via a single phone line. Anyone experiencing a mental health emergency can now contact a trained expert by dialing NHS 111 Read More...
How to shake off a stranger's bad vibes
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM It happens to the best of us: you're out in the world, going about your business, and a stranger's rudeness rattles you. Whether it's a stinging remark about your outfit, an aggressive driver cutting you off, or someone coming at you dramatically Read More...
University students transform workouts into power with energy-generating gym equipment
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Imagine getting on the treadmill and knowing that every stride you take burns calories and helps keep the lights on. At Brown University, this is exactly what is happening. The Nelson Fitness Center has transformed exercise into a green energy initiative, Read More...
Australia grants employees the right to disconnect after hours
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM In a big step toward protecting workers' personal time, Australia has passed a new law granting employees the "right to disconnect" from work after hours. This policy, which went into effect for the majority of workers this past Monday, permits Australians Read More...
The ultimate guide to drying and storing fresh garden herbs for year-round homegrown flavor
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM There's nothing quite like wandering around your garden with scissors in hand, ready to cut fresh herbs to season your meals. The aromatic scents and flavors are unparalleled. However, as any gardener knows, the growing season is limited, and those lush Read More...
Big toe mobility: don’t overlook this humble joint’s big role in health and fitness
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM When thinking about the fundamentals of fitness and health, it's easy to ignore something as seemingly minor as your toes. However, these little joints, particularly your big toe joints, play an important role in your overall health and mobility. Christynne Read More...
'Queen of Salsa' Celia Cruz is first Afro-Latina to be honored on the US quarter
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Celia Cruz, the renowned "Queen of Salsa," has been the first Afro-Latina to appear on a US quarter, as part of the 2024 American Women Quarters Program. A dynamic tribute to a musical legend Cruz, known for her powerful voice, flamboyant style, and Read More...
Texas blends clean energy and sustainable farming with the help of 6,000 sheep
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM As the United States accelerates its shift to renewable energy, Texas is pioneering an unusual approach that combines solar power generation and sustainable agriculture. This method, known as agrivoltaics, combines solar panels with agricultural practices to Read More...
Celebrating life, love, and equality: penguins sing to mourn loss of colony member Sphen
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM In a moving display of grief, the penguins at Sydney's Sea Life Aquarium recently paid tribute to Sphen, a beloved member of their colony who died of natural causes. Sphen was more than just another gentoo penguin; he was one half of a famous same-sex couple Read More...