Today’s Solutions: April 30, 2026

What an economist says young a

What an economist says young adults should know about modern dating 

BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM When Rebekka Grun von Jolk, an economist whose research sits at the intersection of love and behavioral science, spoke with students at Georgetown University recently, she expected a polite Q&A. Instead, when the formal session ended, many students stayed Read More...

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The science behind the top 2 personality traits people look for in romantic partners

In a world dominated by superficial characteristics, a recent study published in the Archives of Sexual Behavior offers a novel viewpoint on love preferences. Brazilian researchers undertook a comprehensive assessment of the characteristics that people emphasize when choosing a spouse. According to Read More...

10 confidence-boosting tips fo

10 confidence-boosting tips for navigating the world of dating apps

Navigating the world of dating apps can be both exciting and intimidating as you condense your entire personality and aspirations into a few brief lines for the judgment of total strangers. If just thinking about it makes you feel a bit queasy, then congratulations, you're human. According to a Read More...

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This dating app connects vegans and vegetarians

These days, the dating scene can be an overwhelming place to be. With all the potential connections that we quite literally have at our fingertips, we have way more people to vet than we did in the past.  Although the number of people embracing plant-based diets is growing, for vegans and Read More...

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Some sober advice for dating without drinking

BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Dating is a nerve-wracking and anxiety-driven activity. When exercising our dating muscle again, many of us may be tempted to rely on alcohol as a crutch to put those awkward and stressful feelings at bay. Although, what if you don’t want to drink? Dru Read More...