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The value of silence in a noisy world | The Optimist Daily
Noise exposure has been linked to heart disease, tinnitus, sleep loss, and high blood pressure. To mitigate excessive sound, intentionally seek out silence.
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Why venting makes anger worse – and what actually helps | The Optimist Daily
“When anger flares up, many of us turn to venting—whether it is ranting to a friend, punching a pillow, or even visiting a ‘rage room’ to smash objects. The idea is that expressing anger will help release it, much like letting steam escape from a pressure cooker. But according to new research, that metaphor is…
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5 phrases to teach kids that will serve them for life | The Optimist Daily
Experts say these five phrases help kids ask for help, set limits, and build the inner voice that carries them through life. Here’s how to teach them.
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How to build a life that feels good: 5 guiding principles to happiness | The Optimist Daily
Discover five research‑backed principles that help you protect your peace, strengthen connections, and build a life that feels meaningful and grounded.
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5 small habits that make every day feel more meaningful | The Optimist Daily
A loneliness researcher says the key to feeling less alone is closing the ‘mattering gap.’ Here are five everyday ways to do it.
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Turning Mud into Gold with Acacia Land
In this episode of People’s Solutions, host Ed Keller sits down with Acacia Land for a powerful conversation about trauma, healing, resilience, and the courage to create the world we want to live in. Acacia shares her deeply personal journey—from a childhood marked by both love and profound loss, through years of adversity, healing, and…
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3 science-backed ways to build more joy into everyday life | The Optimist Daily
Joy isn’t something you force. It’s something you build. Here are three practical, research-backed ways to expand your capacity for joy.
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How a short nap can supercharge your problem-solving skills | The Optimist Daily
A brief snooze may help your brain make connections you didn’t even realize existed.
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Simone Biles’ mental health victory: 5 practices we can all learn | The Optimist Daily
How America’s most renowned gymnasts’ mental health journey offers us invaluable lessons.
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3 habits of the happiest people | The Optimist Daily
Is there any way that you can “level up” in the happiness game? Here are three habits of exceptionally happy people that you can adopt, too.
