Today’s Solutions: October 07, 2024

Health

Finding good health news amidst a pandemic can be quite daunting. That’s not the case with The Optimist Daily, where positive news is in high supply. Our Health section covers the latest good news from the health sector, featuring solutions ranging from mental and physical health to immunity, nutrition, and cutting edge medical research.

5 key questions to ask yoursel

5 key questions to ask yourself before dating after heartbreak

BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM It's reasonable to take some time to recover and reflect after a breakup before returning to the dating scene. Whether the breakup was mutual or one-sided, reentering the world of dating may be both exhilarating and intimidating. Logan Ury, the popular dating Read More...

Bored at the gym? Circuit trai

Bored at the gym? Circuit training offers a fun workout solution for getting fit fast

BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Circuit training has emerged as a popular workout routine among those looking for a dynamic and efficient approach to fitness. This adaptable training technique entails rotating through a series of exercises that target different muscle groups, with little Read More...

3 myths about self-help and pe

3 myths about self-help and personal growth we should all stop believing

BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM When you hear the term "self-help," you may envision a stack of books with catchy, motivational titles. However, self-help is more than just feel-good mantras or superficial optimism. In reality, Sasha Heinz, Ph.D., a developmental psychologist and positive Read More...

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Alaska Judge overturns law allowing only physicians to perform abortions

BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM A state Superior Court judge overturned an Alaska statute that required only licensed physicians to provide abortions, declaring that the limitation violated constitutional protections of equal protection and privacy. Superior Court Judge Josie Garton's Read More...

6 simple ways to rebuild your

6 simple ways to rebuild your routine following the summer break

BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Building a daily routine is about more than just getting things done; it's also about boosting your general health. Routines can help you manage stress, get better sleep, and live a healthier lifestyle. Or, as Lisa Jeffs, a life coach based in Miami says, Read More...

Belong is an intergenerational

Belong is an intergenerational housing solution to combat loneliness among older adults

BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM As society faces the challenges of an aging population, new housing concepts are emerging that promise to address one of the most important issues of older adults: loneliness. One such option is intergenerational housing, which combines senior living Read More...

The health benefits of coffee:

The health benefits of coffee: why your daily cup of joe is worth savoring

BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Coffee has long been a part of many people's daily routines, with many praising its ability to increase energy and focus. While some people are concerned about the consequences of too much caffeine, a large body of evidence demonstrates that moderate coffee Read More...

France will test a nationwide

France will test a nationwide mobile phone ban for students under the age of 15

BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM In an ambitious bid to reduce excessive screen time among young children, France plans to trial a mobile phone ban in over 200 secondary schools. This plan, which will compel students to relinquish their phones upon arriving at school, expands on the existing Read More...

5 top tips for getting your ki

5 top tips for getting your kids ready for the new school year 

BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM The adjustment from carefree days of summer to the regulated atmosphere of school can be difficult for children. They may experience a mix of enthusiasm, worry, melancholy, and uncertainty when the new school year begins.  Listen and validate: understanding Read More...

NHS 111 expands to provide 24

NHS 111 expands to provide 24-hour mental health crisis support

BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM In a big step forward for mental health care, England has become one of the first countries to provide 24-hour help for people in crisis via a single phone line. Anyone experiencing a mental health emergency can now contact a trained expert by dialing NHS 111 Read More...