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.
Thinking like a Norwegian may help you cope with a winter lockdown
If you’re fearing another lockdown in the oncoming winter, then you might want to start thinking as Norwegians do in the northern city of Tromsø. Lying two hundred miles north of the Arctic Circle, the city does not see the sun from mid-November to mid-January, which spurred health psychologist Read More...
This air purifier filters the air in your home in an eco-conscious way
Most air purifiers improve the air quality in your home by removing dust, pollen, mold, and bacteria, using filters made from a combination of glass fibers and plastic. At the end of their lives, typically six to eight months, the nonrecyclable filters are tossed, eventually ending up in a Read More...
Experts give 7 life strategies to boost energy and focus
In a world where seemingly everything is trying to grab your attention, it’s not uncommon to feel tired and out of focus during the day. If this sounds relatable, we have seven lifestyle strategies that can help you regain your energy and mental clarity. These strategies come from two Read More...
Romeo and Juliet: Couple’s pandemic love story starts from their balconies
In true Shakespearean style, two Italians began a romantic story this year from their respective balconies during the coronavirus lockdown. And it all took place in Verona — the same city where “Romeo and Juliet” took place. But unlike Shakespeare’s classic tale, this pandemic love story Read More...
10 lifestyle habits that reduce the risk of cancer
Our understanding of cancer and the factors that contribute to it are constantly evolving, but there are some lifestyle choices that have been shown to reduce the risk of cancer by 50 percent. Here are ten habits you can consider and adopt to reduce your risk of cancer. Maintaining a healthy Read More...
Improve your gene expression with these key foods
Though we cannot change the genes we inherit at birth, we can influence the way those genes are expressed. That is the power of epigenetics, which refers to the biochemical regulators of our gene expression. As described in MindBodyGreen, these regulators consist of tiny molecular compounds Read More...
Viral dance challenge is lifting spirits across the world amid pandemic
A simple dance routine to a song from South Africa, which has gone viral over the last couple of months, is lifting global spirits during the pandemic as emotional clips featuring people dancing to the track have taken over the internet. The South African 2019 hit Jerusalema by Master KG and Read More...
10 ways to improve self-confidence
Confidence in ourselves helps boost our self-image, excel professionally, and tackle tough situations. As corny as it sounds, believing in yourself is the first step to achieving a goal. Here are 10 ways to boost your self-esteem. Have a positive attitude. Developing an optimistic outlook on Read More...
Try these yoga poses for deeper sleep
Yoga is a practice meant to boost mindfulness and physical wellness, so it’s no surprise that it can also improve sleep. If you’re one of the 25 percent of adults that struggle with insomnia or if you just want to boost your bedtime routine, try these yoga poses that promote better Read More...
Three bad posture habits and exercises to correct them
Looking at our phones, driving, and adjusting to new work from home set-ups can all take a toll on our posture. Most of us could do with improved posture, but changing the way you sit is no easy task. Here are three of the most common bad posture habits and exercises to correct these back-bending Read More...