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#stress #management #friendship “seeking social connection during stressful times not isolating yourself or being aggressive.prioritize joy & appreciation in relationships, through praise, support, or being present. foster a deeper calm during times of stress.” www.optimistdaily.com/2025/04/effe...

Effective stress management: trade in the ‘fight or flight’ response for ‘tend and befriend’ | The Optimist Daily

Embrace the ‘tend and befriend’ stress response to manage stress more effectively, build supportive relationships, and boost your mental health.

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#reflux #eat #earlier Many benefits for early eating www.rd.com/article/righ... One study from Japan’s Osaka City University found that people whose dinner-to-bed gap was under three hours had nearly 7.5 times the odds of reflux disease compared with those who ate four or more hours before bedtime.

This Is the Right Time to Eat Dinner—And Chances Are, You’re *Way* Off. Here’s Why That’s a Big Problem

It turns out that having dinner whenever you feel like it isn't what the doctor ordered. We spoke with five experts to learn why.

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#Dog #empathy #cognition Have you noticed how your dog senses your moods? “Dogs can tell the difference between joy and a blank stare, & between happy & angry faces. My chihuahuas knew when I was in pain or exhausted. Read the Free article below. Tell me about your dog’s empathy wapo.st/4fMfKE0

Dogs can tell when you’re happy, sad or frustrated, study shows

Researchers took brain scans mostly of border collies because they are highly skilled at following social cues and particularly willing to interact with humans.

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#Pig for a #pet “90-lb miniature pig at Maryland animal shelter in June, he was different, behaved more like a dog than a pig.” “was house-trained,walked on a leash like a dog,could slip under a blanket to tuck himself in at night.He thrived on affection.” Finally found a home! wapo.st/45FgODz

Stray indoor pig who thinks he’s a dog finally finds a home

County shelter workers learned Wellington was housetrained, comfortable walking on a leash and could even slip under a blanket to tuck himself in at night.

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#Relationship #improvement #Strategies Free article-excellent steps for harmony. Pay attention to Timing,Intensity,talk about behavior,not character, take a timeout &resume at a specific time if things get too emotional, show empathetic active listening, validate, be direct!Try! wapo.st/4z6Hivw

Guest column | I’m a couples therapist. Here’s how to have a better relationship.

Based on my own experience as a couples therapist and the scientific research, here are some tips to help you navigate and improve your relationship over time.

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#birds #Hummingbirds Truly stunning and so uplifting to observe these gorgeous colors in the blink of an eye. Hummingbirds have the widest color range of all birds. People report their moods are enhanced by just watching these gorgeous stunning birds! www.optimistdaily.com/2022/07/humm...

#Happiness #habits #well-being Social connection! “Harvard Study Adult Development over 80 yrs finding relationship quality predicts happiness,physical health,cognitive resilience,& longevity.outperforms wealth,career success,& IQ as predictor of good life” www.optimistdaily.com/2026/07/5-ha...

5 habits that build lasting happiness, according to research | The Optimist Daily

Happiness isn’t just a feeling. It’s the output of how you live. Research now points to five habits that create lasting wellbeing, not the fleeting kind.

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#baby #Elephant #saving Please read this if you are a lover of animals. The true story of how these dedicated elephant caretakers in the zoo, nurtured & protected this baby elephant, will touch your heart & mind. Such care, perseverance,& empathy to make sure this baby survives. wapo.st/3RroDJN

I spent a day with a baby elephant. Here’s why her survival is extraordinary.

When Linh Mai’s mother rejected her at birth, caretaker Robbie Clark didn’t leave the National Zoo for nearly a month.

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#savoring #joy “Everyone deserves joy in their life,”So,allow yourself to slow down,breathe,enjoy the good times,no matter how small?” unlike toxic positivity, savoring doesn’t mean ignoring the difficult moments. www.optimistdaily.com/2024/09/savo... Finding joy in spite of challenging times.

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#stress #strategies #befriend “response, known as “tend and befriend,” can offer a more nurturing and effective way to handle stress in today’s world. involves calming those around you, forming connections, Enhancing Empathy and hope. prioritize moments of joy” www.optimistdaily.com/2025/04/effe...

Effective stress management: trade in the ‘fight or flight’ response for ‘tend and befriend’ | The Optimist Daily

Embrace the ‘tend and befriend’ stress response to manage stress more effectively, build supportive relationships, and boost your mental health.

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#health #ice#cream #moderation “Research from UC Davis shows people who report a higher sense of purpose in life are 28% less likely to develop cognitive impairment.”, "interact with people,exercise,eat more fermented foods, yogurt or cheese, kimchi or sauerkraut”ENJOY! www.npr.org/2026/07/13/n...

Eat your ice cream for a long, healthy life? This doctor says so

Dr. Zeke Emanuel, a renowned U.S. health policy physician, takes on the wellness industry with a back-to-basics approach to optimizing good health.

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#Friendship #dog #duck #heal Read this & be touched by this unlikely friendship,which becomes therapeutically healing for the dog who had seizures & was withdrawing.It is so inspiring seeing loving connection.If only more people would do the same & embrace diversity!Open your minds🎶 wapo.st/4ph2jPr

A duck and a dog formed an unlikely friendship. Now they’re inseparable.

Epilepsy medication helped the golden retriever, but it dulled her personality. The arrival of a 4-day-old duckling sparked new life in Barley.

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#obituary #kind #couple They were so generous in distributing essentials to many. They will be missed. Hopefully there will be more like them following in their footsteps🙏 Jayson Conner, 48, and Jeffrey Newman, 58, Die; Gave Thousands of Backpacks to Those in Need www.nytimes.com/2026/07/11/n...

Jayson Conner and Jeffrey Newman, Who Gave Backpacks to Those in Need, Die Days Apart (Gift Article)

The couple, who died within a few days of each other, provided needed supplies, like socks and wet wipes, to people living on New York City’s streets.

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#Stress reduction #rituals “Symbolic rituals have persisted across so many traditions partly because they help create closure when life doesn’t offer it on its own.”What tends to help is a reset: something slow and deliberate that gives your system peace.” www.optimistdaily.com/2026/07/7-si...

7 simple rituals that help you feel like yourself again | The Optimist Daily

Feeling off but can’t explain why? These seven simple rituals, from two minutes of stillness to clearing physical clutter, can help you reset and reconnect.

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#Happiness #Psychology “Be careful not to overestimate dating life,money,or one variable in assessing your happiness level. Focus:positive emotion. tends to come from rewarding activities,savoring,time with loved ones”Focus more on connection than materialism” studyhappiness.blog/p/best-of-da...

Best of Daniel Kahneman: 8 Happiness and Psychology Insights

Today I do a tribute to the late Daniel Kahneman and share some of his most interesting insights...

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#Sprains #Treatment “injured leg extended,gently tracing alphabet in midair with foot.repeated that routine multiple times “for healing.Newer research about microscopic environment inside sore,injured joints & tissues suggests moving & exercising in right ways is key to recovery.” wapo.st/4v9S6pw

Column | There’s a new way to treat sprains and strains. Hint: Ice is out.

If you think you need rest, ice and ibuprofen, think again.

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#eyes #Contact #lens #mistakes “Swimming pools,hot tubs, oceans,lakes -water of any kind,including tap water can lead to problems.Experts discourage showering in contact lenses due to risk.Sleeping in contacts increases person’s risk of infection by 6-8 times” Please be vigilante! wapo.st/4xS3uZL

3 contact lens mistakes that eye doctors wish you would stop making

Contact lenses are safe and effective, but wearing them during some activities can increase the risk of rare but serious complications.

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#Anti-aging #foods #health #longevity “easiest starting point is color:deep reds,purples,& oranges signal high antioxidant concentration. more variety on your plate” Broccoli,spinach, blueberries,watercress, fermented,papaya almonds, pistachios!please try these www.optimistdaily.com/2026/06/10-b...

10 best anti-aging foods for skin health and longevity | The Optimist Daily

These ten foods deliver the antioxidants, healthy fats, and vitamins your skin needs to stay firm, hydrated, and resilient as you get older.

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#protein #fiber #foods #health Many below protect body from inflammation,high blood pressure,cardiac disease,reducedcolorectal cancer,type 2diabetes. Beans,lentils, pulses, peanuts, almonds,seeds-chia& flax,whole grains- quinoa,brown rice,farro, oatmeal Add these now www.nytimes.com/2026/06/22/w...

5 Foods That Contain Both Protein and Fiber

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#healing “Community=surviving &thriving.invest in each other’s well-being,we are less fractured & more whole.” Collective healing is a powerful approach to mental well-being.It invites people to connect through shared experience,mutual support, & communal care” www.optimistdaily.com/2025/03/titl...

How collective healing helps us thrive in uncertain times | The Optimist Daily

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#Meaningful #habits 4 #life “The feeling of not mattering, of going through a day without anyone really seeing you”Strive to make a difference even if it’s just listening or making someone laugh.Validation is a 2way street Take time to reinforce someone’s value! www.optimistdaily.com/2026/06/5-sm...

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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#Panic #Attacks brainspotting fights attacks or being overwhelmed How? “Concentrate on object in front of you stationary or portable Gently move your sight away from object Return your attention to original object Continue to alternate between near & far look” www.optimistdaily.com/2024/01/how-...

How to deal with panic attacks: Understanding the calming effects of brainspotting | The Optimist Daily

Reducing stress, anxiety, and panic with eye movement therapy.

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#Pesticides #fruit If you love fruits & vegetables-some ways of reducing dangerous pesticides if you can’t afford to buy organic. Use a teaspoon of baking soda for each 2 cups of water soak most produce for 5-10 minutes.Berries, may only require soaking for 1-2 minutes www.cnn.com/2026/06/09/h...

Summer berries can be full of pesticides. Expert tips on what to do | CNN

Use these science-tested ways to reduce pesticides on fruits and vegetables, including tender berries.

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#nature #benefits #body #mind Promotes self compassion & image satisfaction cognitive quiet,”a calmer mental state,may quiet negative or distressing thoughts. boost your nature-connectedness practicing mindfulness, paying attention to surroundings.notice 3 good things about nature — wapo.st/4acp9Bs

The surprising science-backed reason being in nature makes you feel good

A new study suggests spending time in nature may boost body appreciation, self-compassion and overall life satisfaction.

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#Greatest #American#Songwriters More than 25,000 ballots cast.it doesn’t include some of your Canadian favorites.I humbly don’t agree with the order.Do you? It doesn’t include R&B or great broadway songwriters who I treasure. May music be a source of inspiration! www.nytimes.com/interactive/...

Times Readers Pick the 100 Greatest Living American Songwriters (Gift Article)

25,000 people responded to our poll. Here are their top picks.

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