The Optimist Living
8 ways to practice compassion for a healthier and stronger relationship
It has been argued that emotional intelligence is the key to a successful relationship. Having a level of emotional intelligence enables us to still be loving with our partner even when we aren't able to effectively communicate our needs. We all have the need for attention, affection, appreciation, Read More...
... Or no, wait, for a bright future, send your kids to art schools
More and more, robots are taking over our jobs. We're entering the post-work society. So in what kind of world will our children live when they are adults? If you want to prepare them, you will have to stimulate their creativity. "Send your kids to art school," artist Dustin Timbrook writes. Read More...
How to make yourself a priority in your life
If you have become too consumed with taking care of others and accustomed to putting their needs before yours, here are some smart self-care tips to avoid stress and bring some more joy in your life. First, wake up early and with intention. Make time for physical activity. (Walking or stretching Read More...
How to finally beat procrastination now
Procrastination can turn any potentially productive day into a setback. Sometimes the urge to do anything but the things you need to do is stronger than the will to do them. This is perfectly natural, it's actually the neocortex and the limbic system within your brain having a little competition. Read More...
The surprising health benefits of hot springs and mineral baths
For most of us, cleansing usually consists of a shower or maybe a dip in a hot tub. But for the Japanese, hot springs and mineral baths are an essential part of life where people take time to reflect, relax and heal. For centuries people have used bathing as a natural medicine and preventative Read More...
The 'world's happiest man' says the secret to being happy takes just 15 minutes per day
If you Google “Who is the happiest man in the world?”, Matthieu Ricard pops up. Ricard, 69, is a Tibetan Buddhist monk originally from France who participated in a 12-year brain study on meditation and compassion which showed that when Ricard was meditating on compassion, his mind was unusually Read More...
6 simple strategies for being happy alone
Whether you like it or not, there will be times where you are socially “alone”. Sometimes its for a short while like when a relationship ends, and other times it can be much longer like when you relocate to a new place. What’s important, though, is that you still get some enjoyment out of the Read More...
5 ways to develop your intuition
Intuition lies deep within all of us. It’s that little voice that tells us what feels right or warns us if something seems wrong. Being able to believe in your own intuition breeds confidence and can lead you to what you truly want. Yet, following it can be difficult, especially in a society that Read More...
Feeling down? Here are 7 ways to get over a winter slump
With a lack of sunshine and warmth, the first couple months of the year can drain you of your energy and put you in a winter slump. But even as winter roars on, it’s essential to keep yourself moving forward until the sun comes back to give you some vitamin D. To help rekindle your energy and Read More...
How to help you and your team manage stress, anxiety and burnout
Encourage the use of mindfulness apps. Discourage multitasking. Allow time to disconnect outside of work... These are just some of the many easy-to-implement approaches to help you and your team become more resilient and more productive. Read more from Harvard Business Read More...