The Optimist Living
Can money buy you happiness?
Researchers found that self-reported emotional well-being increased with a higher income—but only up to $75,000 per year. No further effects on happiness were found past the amount. Other studies suggest it isn’t the dollar amount that boosts happiness, but rather how the money is spent. Here Read More...
How to cultivate patience in your life
Religions and philosophers have long praised the virtue or patience; now researchers are starting to do so well. Recent studies have found that, sure enough, good things really do come to those who wait. Patient people tend to enjoy better physical and mental health, and it can help keep you on Read More...
6 happiness tips to boost your work life
One way to improve your work life is to be happier. Why? Because happiness has been shown to lower stress, increase well-being and boost daily energy. When you feel good, you work better. Cultivating happiness is not something you simply do, but there are ways to bring joy into your life. To help Read More...
7 health benefits of owning a pet
Pets are the most loyal friends. Whether you’re at your best or feeling your absolute worst, pets always remain right by your side. And besides just being a trusty companion, pets can provide owners with numerous health benefits, both psychological and physical. Here are 7 health benefits you can Read More...
Don't like some superfoods? Try these healthy alternatives
Are your taste buds not agreeing with the superfoods you’re feeding them? Don’t worry, you’re not the only one. Luckily, there are equally good-for-you alternatives that contain similar nutrients but differ in texture and flavor. So if you’re not enjoying superfoods like kale or quinoa, Read More...
Research shows that walking improves creativity
Taking a stroll can do wonders for creative thinking. Just look at the great Aristotle, who sauntered about as he lectured his followers or Charles Dickens, who routinely walked for 30 miles a day. Nowadays we sit more than we sleep and it effects our health as well as our minds. According to Read More...
The surprisingly easy way to reduce your anxiety
Acts of kindness help to curb anxiety. Psychologists at the University of British Columbia found that engaging in acts of kindness on a daily basis from washing a roommate’s dishes to donating to charity can improve symptoms of anxiety by strengthening social relationships, increasing social Read More...
Three breathing exercises to help you lessen stress and improve sleep
Sometimes a few seconds of intentional breathing is enough to get us out of a bad state of mind and into a more helpful one. Deep breathing activates our parasympathetic nervous system, something that can help to relax our emotions, reduce stress and help us fall asleep. Another fantastic thing Read More...
The #1 prescription for a happier, longer life
Of all the things that can help you lead a long, happy life, an overwhelming amount of scientific evidence points to one simple answer: Relationships. Studies suggest that relationships, not counting ones that are online only, are the ultimate antidote for increasing your odds of beating cancer, Read More...
6 tips to master your internal dialogue
Your internal dialogue is the conversation your ego is having with itself. It’s the sub-textual voice that applies logic, reasoning, and beliefs to situations, people, and events. The internal dialogue plays a vital role in deriving meaning from our life and reality. When your internal dialogue Read More...