Teaching & Learning
Education propels change. Stay up to date on the latest educational developments near you and around the world from preschool to post-grad. Here, you'll find out why equitable quality education is essential for fostering healthy and resilient societies.
Preparing for a smokier future
Wildfire smoke is hazardous to our health, impacting not just our respiratory system but also potentially producing long-term health problems. Experts say that the frequency and intensity of wildfires are increasing as a result of climate change—which we’ve been reminded of yet again with the Read More...
Freedom, resilience, and empowerment on Juneteenth
Juneteenth is a wonderful monument to the African American community's indomitable spirit and its continuous quest for freedom. On this day in Galveston, Texas, in the year 1865, Major General Gordon Granger announced the historic news that slavery had ended and all enslaved Black people were now Read More...
A linguistic exploration of love and legacy: The origin story of “Father"
In celebration of Father's Day this Sunday, join us on an exciting journey through the realms of language as we investigate the origins and ongoing meaning of the term "father." The echoes of this cherished term ripple over time, building a tapestry that honors the strong link between dads and Read More...
Raising diverse voices and celebrating progress this Pride Month
With the arrival of June comes Pride Month, a time to gather together to celebrate the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and reflect on the progress achieved toward equality. Despite the ongoing challenges, such as anti-2SLGBTQIA+ laws, (according to the ACLU, there are currently almost 500 anti-2SLCBTQIA+ Read More...
4 health hazards hiding in your garden (and how to avoid them)
Here at The Optimist Daily, we are big fans of gardening. We’ve shared articles about how cultivating a garden is a wonderful practice for maintaining mental health and for supporting our environment. However, that doesn’t mean we want to gloss over the risks that go hand in hand with this Read More...
On the road to mental health: 3 tips for men who have no idea how to start therapy
When it comes to entering the world of therapy, guys are frequently lost, unsure of where to begin. They may have the desire to become persons who openly disclose their deepest ideas and begin investigating the complexities of human behavior, but they lack the tools and guidance to take the first Read More...
Tobacco use in the US continues to decline: Here's why
It’s no secret that cigarette smoking increases an individual’s risk for lung cancer, heart disease, and stroke; it has long been understood as the greatest cause of preventable death. That’s why we’re happy to share that, according to a recent report by the Centers for Disease Control Read More...
16 fun ways to celebrate Earth Day this year
Tomorrow, April 22nd, you can honor Earth Day by learning about your ecosystem and contributing to its health. Here are 16 great activities you can participate in to celebrate Earth Day! Get outside Make a bird feeder for your yard Birds are essential to ecosystems. Making a bird feeder is a Read More...
On the job hunt? Avoid using these 6 common phrases
Looking for a job? A simple Google search will yield a plethora of inspiration in the form of sample elevator pitches, résumés, cover letters, and interview responses. But be cautious! Some of these instances feature terminology that will hinder your ability to portray the confidence you'll Read More...
Tova Friedman survived Auschwitz—Now she’s sharing her story on TikTok
Visitors routinely overwhelm Tova Friedman's TikTok account with tough questions, such as: Why didn't she try to flee Auschwitz? Could she hear screams coming from the gas chambers? The 84-year-old strives to depict the brutal reality of Auschwitz, a World War II Nazi extermination camp in Read More...