Lifestyle
Alongside taking care of other people and the planet, make sure you take good care of yourself. The Lifestyle section at the Optimist Daily has solutions for everyday wellbeing on topics like food, beauty, fashion, and the latest trends. Curious about caring for houseplants, eating plant-based, or parenting tips? It’s all in there.
5 small and practical ways to support a friend through depression
When a loved one is struggling with depression, it's easy to feel helpless. However, you do not need to be a therapist to make a significant difference. According to Boston-based therapist and depression specialist Alexandra Vlahakes, PsyD, "There are things you, as a friend, can do to support Read More...
Canada's landmark move toward free contraception
On Saturday, March 30th, in a historic step toward improving women's health, Canada unveiled a breakthrough effort to provide free contraception to all women of reproductive age. During a press conference in Toronto, Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland emphasized the government's commitment to Read More...
How to land your dream job (even if you don't have much experience)
So you've found your dream job, but the job description appears to be written for someone with a long list of skills and experience that you don't have. It's easy to become discouraged in such circumstances. However, don't let this dissuade you. As Jason Patel, founder of Transizion, emphasizes, Read More...
3 ways to use the solar eclipse to deepen your child’s love of science
As the complete solar eclipse of April 8, 2024 approaches, parents and educators have a one-of-a-kind opportunity to pique children's interest in astronomy. One captivating technique is to compare historical ideas about eclipses with present scientific answers. By comparing and contrasting various Read More...
A guide to self-kindness: transforming negative self-talk into positive affirmations
As we go through the motions of daily life, it's tempting to listen to our inner critic's constant commentary. Negative self-talk, or the constant stream of self-criticism, destroys our sense of value and robs us of happiness. This issue is brought to light by Jennifer Mulholland and Jeff Shuck in Read More...
The undeniable brain-boosting power of hands-on activities
The human hand is a natural masterpiece, capable of delicate movements and exquisite manipulation that no other species on Earth can match. However, modern life is increasingly focused on basic actions such as tapping screens and pushing buttons, which distances us from sophisticated hand Read More...
The brightest corners of the world: the 20 happiest countries in 2024
For the seventh consecutive year, Finland basks in the glow of happiness, topping the charts as the world's happiest country, according to the 2024 World Happiness Report. This annual testament to joy assesses over 140 nations, scrutinizing factors such as social support, income, health, freedom, Read More...
The post-pandemic resurgence of marriages and decline of divorces, explained
A dramatic change from the declining trend seen in previous years was marked by the unexpected increase in marriages that the COVID-19 lockdowns brought about. Marital records from 2022 show a significant increase, with the marriage rate reaching 6.2 per capita and over 2 million marriages in a Read More...
New study reveals the link between green streets and quality sleep
In a revolutionary study published in the journal Environmental Research, researchers discovered a substantial link between living on green streets and having better sleep quality. With sleep deficiency being a major public health concern, this study highlights the critical significance of natural Read More...
Tennessee's ELVIS Act: A pioneering legislation protects artists from AI misuse
Tennessee made history late last month by signing the Ensuring Likeness Voice and Image Security Act (ELVIS Act), which was the first piece of legislation specially designed to protect artists from unlawful AI mimicry. Governor Bill Lee lauded the historic event, underscoring Tennessee's dedication Read More...