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.
How to cope with post-pandemic anxiety
The progression of vaccine distribution offers an optimistic outlook for a return to some aspects of normal life in the near future. While exciting, the idea of returning to public life does carry with it some uncertainty and distress for many people. The return to life, as usual, includes a huge Read More...
Hermès is the latest brand to offer mushroom-based leather products
Mushroom-derived leather holds real potential for revolutionizing the fashion industry and pushing it towards more sustainable practices. This potential has been particularly reflected in recent partnerships between major brands and biotechnology startups looking to replace animal-sourced leather Read More...
Which toilet paper is the most eco-friendly? Bamboo vs. Recycled
Here at The Optimist Daily, we have already discussed the negative environmental impact of destroying forests to produce single-use paper products like toilet paper. For years now, the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) has been urging consumers to switch to more sustainable alternatives to Read More...
Revitalize your garden this spring with companion planting
As noted in our spring solutions View from last weekend, the new season is upon us and it’s time to get planting! Each spring is an opportunity to refresh and expand your home garden and this year, we’re encouraging you to improve your space with companion planting. This technique uses Read More...
Root rot: How to treat and prevent this common houseplant killer
Most houseplant ailments are easy to recover from with the right balance of food, water, sunlight, and maybe a new pot, but unfortunately, root rot is tough to overcome for most plants. This condition is usually caused by a bacterial or fungal infection that develops when roots are oversaturated. Read More...
Navigate family conflict with these key strategies
After an entire year in close quarters with each other, many families have experienced at least one, if not several, blowouts and rifts with fellow dwellers. Disagreements with family members are common and natural, but they can be exacerbated by times of stress. Research has shown that even in Read More...
22 plant-based foods to boost energy production in your body
Caffeine isn’t the only way for your body to summon an extra boost of energy. According to integrative neurologist Ilene Ruhoy, there are a lot of plant-based foods you can eat that have a “high consumption of compounds that enhance energy production of cells.” Below, you’ll find a list Read More...
These biodegradable shoes are made from plant-based leather
Allbirds has made a name in the footwear industry for being both friendly to your feet and the planet. A while ago, the company introduced its bio-degradable Plant Shoe made out of a plant-based alternative to the plastic typically found in regular shoes. In a similarly environment-friendly Read More...
Canada Post wants every resident to send a postcard to a loved one
Back in November, we ran our “Thankful Thursdays” series to help people connect with each other and their community through letter writing. It seems the Canadian government is also on board with the power of letter writing as they have announced that Canada Post will send a free prepaid Read More...
Three strategies to build a progressive fitness routine that sticks
There is a lot of mixed messaging when it comes to the world of fitness, but one thing that most doctors and trainers can agree on is that a progressive approach to exercise with realistic and steady goals is the most effective way to make a fitness routine stick and avoid burnout. Here are three Read More...