Homelife
From creative interior design tricks that can improve your wellbeing to strategic plant arrangements that help you reap the most benefits from your leafy friends, this is the place to find everything you need to know to make your house feel like a home.
How to stop 'stresslaxing' and actually relax
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Have you ever tried to relax but then wound up feeling more stressed? You are not alone. This paradoxical phenomenon, commonly referred to as 'stresslaxing,' occurs when attempting to unwind creates anxiety. Understanding why this occurs and how to prevent it Read More...
Expert tips and tricks to stop your sunscreen from pilling
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Sunscreen is a vital component of any skincare regimen, but it can occasionally pill, resulting in tiny flakes or granules on the skin. This can be irritating and may discourage regular use. Understanding why sunscreen pills and how to avoid them might help Read More...
Relationship audit: 10 essential questions to strengthen your connection
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM In every relationship, communication is vital. However, dealing with major issues or daunting topics might sometimes be difficult. This is where a 'relationship audit' comes into play—a systematic yet open-ended check-up to ensure your partnership is Read More...
Bid farewell to musty basement smells for good
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Musty basement odors can be unpleasant and uninviting, but most worryingly, they often indicate underlying moisture problems. Fortunately, identifying and removing the sources of these odors can transform your basement into a clean, inviting area. Here's how Read More...
Lightning season safety: important tips for staying safe during thunderstorms
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL STAFF As the warm weather tempts people outside for barbecues, beach trips, and ballgames, it's important to remember that summer is also lightning season. Every year, lightning strikes the United States approximately 37 million times, taking an average of 21 Read More...
Bogotá's Care School for Men empowers fathers to embrace caregiving
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL STAFF A remarkable scene plays out at Bogotá's Sanitas University when a select group of young men congregate for an unusual class. They all grab a plastic doll, rash cream, and diapers. Felipe Contreras, their instructor, leads them through a routine that is Read More...
5 cold vegan soups to chill you out this summer
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL STAFF What better way to cool off from the extreme temperatures this summer than by treating yourself to a refreshingly cold vegan soup? Whenever you want to beat the heat while being conscious of what is contributing to the dramatic rise in temperatures (an Read More...
Easy steps for firm and smooth-looking legs
Summer is here and it is time to shed our outerwear layers! If you are looking to make your legs appear and feel firmer this summer, these few simple tips will help you glow even more than you already do. Here's how to implement a body care program that will keep your legs looking and feeling great Read More...
Attention gardeners! Here's how to prepare your garden for summer heat waves
With record-breaking heat waves forecast in the United States this summer, maintaining a healthy garden might be a problem. But don't worry—by taking a few simple steps, you can ensure your plants survive even when the temperatures rise. First and foremost, if you're just getting started with Read More...
There are 3 levels of gaslighting. Here's how to deal with each of them
Gaslighting, a type of emotional manipulation that distorts reality and weakens one's sense of self, gained more infamous attention in the last few years. As people become more aware of the harmful impacts of gaslighting, it becomes increasingly important to provide them with practical tools for Read More...