Lifestyle
Alongside taking care of other people and the planet, make sure you take good care of yourself. The Lifestyle section at the Optimist Daily has solutions for everyday wellbeing on topics like food, beauty, fashion, and the latest trends. Curious about caring for houseplants, eating plant-based, or parenting tips? It’s all in there.
Canine cancer research is helping both pets and people live longer, healthier lives
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM In the wake of a 2023 chemical train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, residents were exposed to cancer-linked toxins. But as doctors monitor the long-term effects on humans, researchers are also turning their attention to another group: the town's dogs. Read More...
How to keep pollinators buzzing into fall: 8 late-summer flowers your garden needs
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Few things match the joy of watching a butterfly flutter across your yard or a bee hover from blossom to blossom. These small visitors aren’t just delightful to see; they play a critical role in our ecosystems. But as summer winds down, the buffet of blooms Read More...
How subtracting stress can boost your mental health
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Modern life often feels like a high-speed juggling act. Between careers, parenting, caretaking, friendships, exercise, housework, and self-care, there’s barely time to breathe. And not the kind of breathing prescribed in mindfulness apps, but actual, Read More...
How to keep bananas fresh longer with 3 easy tricks
THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Bananas are a go-to snack for good reason. They’re tasty, affordable, and full of nutrients, especially potassium. But their one big flaw? They ripen fast. Too fast. One minute they’re bright yellow and perfect, and the next they’re spotted, mushy, and Read More...
How one Maine school is helping students heal in nature
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM At Morse High School in Bath, Maine, detention doesn’t always mean fluorescent lights and silent classrooms. Thanks to one school counselor's creative vision, it might mean lacing up your boots and heading into the forest. “We kind of take a side shoot Read More...
6 easy ways to stay healthy while flying, according to doctors
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Crowded cabins, dry air, and high-touch surfaces. Does this sound familiar? According to infectious disease specialist Dr. Anthony Ognjan, airplanes make excellent “carriers of the common cold.” And that’s not just alarmist talk. As Dr. Kathleen Mueller Read More...
Loose-leaf vs. tea bags: which brew is best for your routine?
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM If you ask a seasoned herbalist for a tea recommendation, chances are they won’t hand you a supermarket tea bag. While tea bags are convenient and widely available, many herbalists prefer loose-leaf tea. So the question remains: what is it truly better? Read More...
UK moves to ban NDAs that silence workplace harassment victims
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM The UK government is set to ban the use of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) that silence victims of workplace harassment and discrimination. This change marks a historic turning point in labor rights, aiming to give employees greater power to speak openly Read More...
6 sneaky everyday habits that are secretly hurting your back (and how to fix them)
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM It might not be the flashiest part of your body, but your spine deserves a standing ovation. It keeps you upright, helps you move, bend, and twist, and holds up everything from your head to your hips. Yet, for many of us, our back health ends up quietly Read More...
Love bees but need to relocate a hive? Here’s how to do it sustainably
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM If you are a longtime reader of The Optimist Daily, you’ll know that our team loves bees (and other pollinators). We've published many stories on why bees are critical to our world’s ecosystem and to our species' survival, as well as articles that Read More...