The Optimist Living
Use art to create the life you want
Images act like triggers. They help create your vision, beliefs, expectations and the direction for desired behavior. Here’s an example of a “Culture Wall”. There’s a company that can help you create your own set of pictures that say more than 1,000 Read More...
You need all your senses for a great night’s sleep: here’s how
Most of us don’t get enough good sleep. And that’s a problem for our health. Good, restful sleep requires caring for all senses (ok, you can’t taste while you sleep). Here’s how to organize your bedroom for a great night’s Read More...
The natural health benefits of “forest bathing”
More than half of humanity lives in cities where the experience of nature is scarce. In that reality, we may forget that nature is our first source of healing. A new therapy is called “forest bathing”. Just being in a forest can help to reduce anxiety and boost the immune Read More...
Happiness is a practice: 6 secrets to a better life
The reason we are so hooked on getting things done is that we believe the payoff that comes from achievements, an award or a larger savings account will ultimately lead to the biggest payoff of all: happiness. But it doesn’t. We have the illusion that the success, fame, money, fill in the blank Read More...
This is how much you will save by cooking at home
We all know that cooking at home is less expensive than eating out, but just how much money do you actually save by cooking your own meals? Researchers were able to find the average cost per serving of cooking from scratch and compare it to the cost per serving of ordering from a restaurant, and Read More...
Forget coffee. These five yoga poses will give you all the energy you need
There’s a good case for doing a little yoga right when you wake up instead of reaching for a cup of coffee. With the right poses, you can challenge your muscles and give yourself long-lasting energy throughout the day. If you need a little boost in the morning, give these five poses a Read More...
Grounding is the perfect alternative to meditation
While some people benefit tremendously from meditation, not everyone is into the activity of sitting still with your eyes shut listening to yourself breathe. If you’re one of those people, the alternative practice of grounding may be for you. Grounding is simple; all you need to do is find a nice Read More...
Want to be more productive? You may want to delete your social media accounts
Will deleting social media make me more productive? By now, you’ve probably asked yourself this question, and for good reason considering that the average distraction delays your focus by 23 minutes. Deleting your social media may help you cut out on the distractions and help you harness your Read More...
It’s time to consider a new approach to tackling personal “problems”
Often times, many of the things we label as “problems” are just red flags that signal deep underlying issues. By uncovering their meaning, you can more effectively deal with the real issues you might want to take care of in life. Here are the most common types of “problems” and their Read More...
5 steps for changing your ways as you age
Despite common belief, it’s never too late to change your own ways. You can teach an old dog new tricks and improve yourself even as you go through the later stages of life. Looking to break out of a monotonous cycle? Here are the 5 steps you need to Read More...