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.
For less stressful travel, try doing these things before you leave home
Even though going on travels is supposed to be fun and exciting, often times it can also be stressful. Research shows that even small trips over relatively short distances are associated with higher levels of cortisol, the stress hormone. Fortunately, the more mindful we become of our anxiety Read More...
How self-compassion can boost your performance in many aspects of life
Being kind and understanding to yourself in the face of adversity is known as self-compassion, and it’s been the subject of a great deal of research over recent years. Why? Because psychologists are discovering that self-compassion is a useful tool for enhancing performance in a variety of Read More...
These five practices are the simplest way to live a long life
If your objective is to live a long, healthy life, leaping from one health fad to the other isn’t exactly a well-reasoned strategy for improving our health. Instead, all you really need to do is stick to these five low-risk lifestyle Read More...
Home Runs and Horticulture: Urban Gardens Hit the Big Leagues
Think Global, Eat Local Part II By Sadie Wilbur, Editorial Intern, August 2018 Gardening has a power that is political and even democratic. And it is a political power that can be applied constantly, whereas one can only vote or demonstrate occasionally.—Wendell BerryJust behind centerfield wall Read More...
New laws are helping employees recreate a boundary between work and home
In today’s ultra-connected world, many companies expect their employees to be reachable 24 hours a day. The mere expectation is enough to increase strain for employees and their families, according to a new study. That’s why it’s refreshing to see that a growing number of countries and Read More...
A few alternatives to escape the rigidity of the 9-to-5 workday
While most Americans report being satisfied by their jobs, complaints about the nine to five, afternoon slump, or Monday blues are all too common in the modern workplace. The traditional work week was devised by American labor unions in the 1800s and solidified by FDR's Fair Labor Standards Act in Read More...
Why slowing down can help you speed up in life
Did you know that studies have shown a 60% increase in creative output while walking? We have been conditioned to believe we must always be doing, accomplishing, and acquiring to achieve success. This "go, go, go" attitude is not only unsustainable, but slowing down and reflecting is actually far Read More...
The Compassion Instinct: How to become more compassionate
Research shows that a compassionate attitude towards others improves mental and physical health. The Dalai Lama has been telling us for years that compassion is the source of happiness, and recently he added that compassion is good for health too. “If you want others to be happy,” reads the Read More...
Love doesn’t cost a thing, right? 8 frugal date ideas
The price tag associated with entertaining and delighting a spouse can be astronomical, from elegant dinners and fancy shows to romantic getaway weekends. But it shouldn’t cost a fortune to keep the romantic spark alive. Instead, there are plenty of things you and your partner can do that is both Read More...
Try a nap in this great hammock that doesn’t need a tree
Hammocks can be very comfortable. But to enjoy the experience can be a nuisance. You need two trees and fix ropes… This multifunctional folding hammock solves these problems. It travels anywhere and can be easily set up. It can even serve as an overnight shelter, complete with mosquito mesh and Read More...