6 equinox rituals to welcome spring this year
This week, we observed the spring equinox (also called Ostara and the vernal equinox), which has historically been celebrated as a time of balance, rebirth, and new possibilities. For many regions, this is a time when the light and darkness of day and night even out, and we can feel that the world Read More...
How to prep your houseplants for spring
The days are getting longer and warmer, so if you’re a house plant fanatic like us at The Optimist Daily, then you’re probably noticing that your house plants are starting to perk up after a dark and cold winter. Outdoor plants are more in touch with the seasons, but indoor plants need a bit Read More...
How to care for your trees year-round
If you’re lucky enough to have trees in your backyard, you might be wondering, do I need to do anything to care for these plants? Just as you change your garden care from season to season, arborists recommend taking different steps to keep trees healthy throughout the year. Here are a few tips on Read More...
4 Ways to spruce up your houseplants for the new season
Spring has sprung and your closet and bathroom aren’t the only things in need of seasonal cleaning. After a long winter, spring is the perfect time to clean up our houseplants and prep them for the big growing season ahead. Here are four ways to spruce up your houseplants this spring. Read More...
Suffering from allergies? These foods can help ease the symptoms
Although Spring is known as the season of renewal, for those of us who suffer from allergies, it can feel like quite the opposite. Allergies, also known as hay fever, is the result of the immune system overreacting to allergens such as plant pollen, which leads to lots of congestion, sneezing, and Read More...
You have to see these images of Holland’s hypnotic tulip fields from high above
The Spring season is the time of the year where nature’s bright colors return after a long winter, and nowhere is that truer than in the Netherlands. Springtime in the Netherlands is synonymous with tulip season when fields of the famous Dutch bulb spring to life in vast arrays of dizzying color. Read More...
Try these 4 techniques to cleanse your body this Spring
Your body is an incredible organism that has a natural built-in filtration system to help you get rid of toxins, the harmful substances that have a negative impact on your health. The primary organ that helps to process excess toxins is your liver. Your liver is a powerful built-in filter for Read More...
16 breathtaking travel destination for your next spring trip
With the winter holidays in the rearview mirror and the summer vacation still far away, it’s time to start thinking about spring and where you’ll go celebrate the new season and revamp your mental desktop. With cheaper season rates and fewer crowds to the fields of blooming flowers and Read More...
Forget the pharmacy, these 7 natural remedies will help you avoid allergies
For some, the spring season is a glorious time of renewal. For others, spring is the season of itchy red eyes and frequent sneezing. In other words, springtime is allergy time. With the spring allergy season approaching, you might have already thought about heading to the pharmacy and stocking up Read More...