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.
We’re halfway through dry January. Here's some tips to keep you going
If you’ve ambitiously decided to take on dry January during a global pandemic, first things first, we applaud you. Second, we know it’s not easy to do, so if you’re one of the 4 million people around the world committing to an alcohol-free month, we’ve got some great tips to keep you Read More...
Recycle those pandemic habits to keep them alive in the new year
When the pandemic first struck, we ambitiously sought out new pandemic habits and routines. As we gave up commuting, dining out, and going to the movies, we took up yoga, bread baking, and knitting. As we approach nearly a full year of living in a pandemic world, recycling your pandemic habits, Read More...
How to manage anxiety during uncertain times
At a time when it feels like there is no end to the potential sources of daily anxiety, finding strategies to mitigate anxiety becomes all the more important and your personal mindset is one of the strongest tools you have at your disposal. Today we share four tips on managing anxiety during Read More...
Retired mathematician repairs over 650 bikes in his town for free
Back in September, we wrote a story detailing how the pandemic led to a bike boom in cities all across America as people looked for safer ways to get around. Such was the case in Potomac, Maryland, home to avid cyclist and retired mathematician Ric Jackson. When Jackson’s neighbor was looking Read More...
How gazing at wide landscapes can help you get out of a creative rut
Sometimes we feel on top of the world. Our focus is sharp, our creativity is flowing, and nothing can stop us. But then there are times where we fall into a slump—where we can’t figure out how to climb back to that peak level of creativity. While we can’t just force ourselves out of a Read More...
4 Signs your houseplant needs a bigger pot
In the wintertime, your houseplants can offer a touch of freshness to the darker days. Although most houseplants grow more slowly in the winter months, some upkeep habits can help your plant continue to thrive and prepare it for faster growth in the spring. One of the best ways you can prepare your Read More...
How to care for your houseplants during the cool winter months
As the weather conditions change during the winter months so should your houseplant care routine. Changes in weather conditions such as colder temperatures, lower levels of light, drier air, and shorter days can all affect how your houseplants fare during the cold season. From Treehugger’s Read More...
Meet Jenny, the horse who takes a daily stroll alone through Frankfurt
The following story may not necessarily be a solution, but we hope it puts a smile on your face. In the city of Frankfurt, Germany, there’s a horse named Jenny that locals see walking the streets alone on a daily basis. No, Jenny isn’t lost. The beloved Arabian mare is simply following the Read More...
5 Ways to cultivate peace throughout your work day
While you may be more than capable of meeting the demands that your job and home life require of you during these challenging times, you must not compromise your sense of well-being to meet those demands. One way to keep stress from piling up and hindering your ability to feel good is by Read More...
Become more self-aware with these 5 tips
As children, we are constantly rethinking the world around us as we process new information and use our imaginations, but as adults, many of us become much more set in our ways and our interpretations of society. How often do you reflect on yourself and your role in the world? Becoming more Read More...