Today’s Solutions: December 17, 2025
The Optimist Daily Update
The Optimist Daily Update
Coping with Travel Anxiety and Thriving in Uncertainty: Science-Backed Solutions
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In this episode of The Optimist Daily Weekly Roundup, Arielle and Karissa dive into some of the most anxiety-inducing headlines of the past week—from plane crashes to media overload—and explore how to manage travel anxiety when the news is anything but comforting. They share science-backed tips from experts like Dr. Rebecca Skolnick, Dr. Michael Halassa, and Dr. Aoife O’Donovan on how to build resilience in uncertain times. Plus, the hosts discuss the power of mindfulness, the surprising benefits of exercise for stress management, and why maintaining hope is more than just a feel-good mantra. Tune in for practical strategies to stay calm, optimistic, and ready to face the unknown.

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