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Women make up less than 5% of the trades, but Move Over Bob is on a mission to change that.
The media-lifestyle brand is part of a movement working to make trades visible, viable, and vibrant for girls and women. 🛠 www.optimistdaily.com/2025/11/move...
The media-lifestyle brand is part of a movement working to make trades visible, viable, and vibrant for girls and women. 🛠 www.optimistdaily.com/2025/11/move...
Move Over Bob: changing the trades so women don’t just join the workforce—they lead it | The Optimist Daily
Move Over Bob flips the script on trades: putting women at the center of construction, career access and culture change in skilled trades.
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November 14, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Women make up less than 5% of the trades, but Move Over Bob is on a mission to change that.
The media-lifestyle brand is part of a movement working to make trades visible, viable, and vibrant for girls and women. 🛠 www.optimistdaily.com/2025/11/move...
The media-lifestyle brand is part of a movement working to make trades visible, viable, and vibrant for girls and women. 🛠 www.optimistdaily.com/2025/11/move...
Parking lots might not seem like climate solutions, but South Korea is proving they can be. www.optimistdaily.com/2025/11/new-...
New uses for everyday spaces: South Korea turns parking lots into solar power hubs | The Optimist Daily
South Korea will require large parking lots to install solar canopies, expanding renewable energy while offering everyday benefits to drivers.
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November 13, 2025 at 6:09 PM
Parking lots might not seem like climate solutions, but South Korea is proving they can be. www.optimistdaily.com/2025/11/new-...
Beyond the memory challenges or difficulty completing daily tasks, dementia can feel especially painful because of something less visible: the gradual erosion of identity.
The good news is that everyday interactions can make a profound difference. www.optimistdaily.com/2025/11/keep...
The good news is that everyday interactions can make a profound difference. www.optimistdaily.com/2025/11/keep...
Keeping dignity at the center: how to support your loved one’s sense of self through dementia | The Optimist Daily
Meta description: A compassionate, practical guide to preserving identity and meaningful connection for loved ones living with dementia.
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November 12, 2025 at 6:38 PM
Beyond the memory challenges or difficulty completing daily tasks, dementia can feel especially painful because of something less visible: the gradual erosion of identity.
The good news is that everyday interactions can make a profound difference. www.optimistdaily.com/2025/11/keep...
The good news is that everyday interactions can make a profound difference. www.optimistdaily.com/2025/11/keep...
Public high schools in California are part of a century-old system that needs a shake-up.
A new approach to learning at one Fresno school, the Center for Advanced Research and Technology (CART), is leading the way.
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A new approach to learning at one Fresno school, the Center for Advanced Research and Technology (CART), is leading the way.
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California reimagines high school: how one innovative campus is shaping the future of learning | The Optimist Daily
A Fresno-area school is proving that hands-on, career-connected education can transform learning. Here's how California plans to follow its lead.
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November 11, 2025 at 7:17 PM
Public high schools in California are part of a century-old system that needs a shake-up.
A new approach to learning at one Fresno school, the Center for Advanced Research and Technology (CART), is leading the way.
www.optimistdaily.com/2025/11/cali...
A new approach to learning at one Fresno school, the Center for Advanced Research and Technology (CART), is leading the way.
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For years, headlines have warned that Earth is entering a sixth mass extinction. But new research suggests that this dire picture may be more nuanced, and even somewhat hopeful.
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Extinction rates are slowing—and conservation efforts may be paying off | The Optimist Daily
A new study finds global extinction rates have declined over the past century, challenging doomsday forecasts and highlighting conservation success.
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November 10, 2025 at 6:25 PM
For years, headlines have warned that Earth is entering a sixth mass extinction. But new research suggests that this dire picture may be more nuanced, and even somewhat hopeful.
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“I never thought I’d understand my child. Now we can talk every day.”
Hands United, founded by Celena Ponce, is making moments like this possible. Across 30 states, Deaf immigrant families are finally being seen, supported, and heard. 🫶
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Hands United, founded by Celena Ponce, is making moments like this possible. Across 30 states, Deaf immigrant families are finally being seen, supported, and heard. 🫶
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Hands United: Where language meets love for Deaf immigrant families | The Optimist Daily
Hands United brings ASL access and legal support to 300+ Deaf immigrant families, bridging language gaps with heart and hope.
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November 7, 2025 at 10:10 PM
“I never thought I’d understand my child. Now we can talk every day.”
Hands United, founded by Celena Ponce, is making moments like this possible. Across 30 states, Deaf immigrant families are finally being seen, supported, and heard. 🫶
www.optimistdaily.com/2025/11/hand...
Hands United, founded by Celena Ponce, is making moments like this possible. Across 30 states, Deaf immigrant families are finally being seen, supported, and heard. 🫶
www.optimistdaily.com/2025/11/hand...
Through Swim Sista Swim, changemaker Carol Burrell is building a community where fear gives way to flow, and where Black women are supported, seen, and celebrated in the water.
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How Swim Sista Swim Is Redefining Water Confidence for Black Women in the UK | The Optimist Daily
Swim Sista Swim empowers Black women in Nottingham to reclaim confidence and community through water, one swim stroke at a time.
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November 7, 2025 at 7:06 PM
Through Swim Sista Swim, changemaker Carol Burrell is building a community where fear gives way to flow, and where Black women are supported, seen, and celebrated in the water.
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Deforestation in Brazil’s Amazon rainforest has fallen to its lowest level in more than a decade, according to new government data. www.optimistdaily.com/2025/11/defo...
Deforestation in Brazil’s Amazon drops to 11-year low ahead of COP30 | The Optimist Daily
Brazil reports an 11-year low in Amazon deforestation as President Lula prepares to showcase environmental progress at COP30.
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November 6, 2025 at 6:18 PM
Deforestation in Brazil’s Amazon rainforest has fallen to its lowest level in more than a decade, according to new government data. www.optimistdaily.com/2025/11/defo...
Experience the benefits of chia seeds with these best ways to eat them. www.optimistdaily.com/2025/11/the-...
The absolute best way to eat chia seeds, according to nutritionists | The Optimist Daily
Chia seeds are packed with fiber, protein, and omega-3s—but are they healthier in water or yogurt? Nutritionists weigh in on the superior option.
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November 5, 2025 at 9:45 PM
Experience the benefits of chia seeds with these best ways to eat them. www.optimistdaily.com/2025/11/the-...
Bloomsbury Publishing launched a new collection of dyslexia-friendly editions of 11 bestselling adult titles, joining a growing movement of publishers transforming the reading experience for adults with dyslexia. www.optimistdaily.com/2025/11/bloo...
Bloomsbury expands dyslexia-friendly publishing as smaller presses lead the way | The Optimist Daily
Bloomsbury joins UK indie presses like Scorpius Books and Books on the Hill in making bestselling titles more accessible to dyslexic readers.
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November 5, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Bloomsbury Publishing launched a new collection of dyslexia-friendly editions of 11 bestselling adult titles, joining a growing movement of publishers transforming the reading experience for adults with dyslexia. www.optimistdaily.com/2025/11/bloo...
A delicious solution for sitting too long?
Researchers found that consuming flavanols, a compound found in cocoa, can help protect blood vessels from the effects of prolonged sitting. www.optimistdaily.com/2025/11/too-...
Researchers found that consuming flavanols, a compound found in cocoa, can help protect blood vessels from the effects of prolonged sitting. www.optimistdaily.com/2025/11/too-...
Too much sitting? Cocoa might be your sweetest health hack yet | The Optimist Daily
Sweet news for desk dwellers! A new UK study suggests that flavanols in cocoa may protect your arteries from the health risks of prolonged sitting.
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November 4, 2025 at 6:49 PM
A delicious solution for sitting too long?
Researchers found that consuming flavanols, a compound found in cocoa, can help protect blood vessels from the effects of prolonged sitting. www.optimistdaily.com/2025/11/too-...
Researchers found that consuming flavanols, a compound found in cocoa, can help protect blood vessels from the effects of prolonged sitting. www.optimistdaily.com/2025/11/too-...
A French civil court ruled that oil giant TotalEnergies misled consumers in a 2021 advertising campaign that promised it could reach carbon neutrality by 2050.
The judgment marks the first time France’s greenwashing law has been applied to an energy company.
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The judgment marks the first time France’s greenwashing law has been applied to an energy company.
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French court holds TotalEnergies accountable for greenwashing in landmark ruling | The Optimist Daily
France fines TotalEnergies for misleading carbon neutrality claims, marking the first major court win against corporate greenwashing.
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November 3, 2025 at 6:04 PM
A French civil court ruled that oil giant TotalEnergies misled consumers in a 2021 advertising campaign that promised it could reach carbon neutrality by 2050.
The judgment marks the first time France’s greenwashing law has been applied to an energy company.
www.optimistdaily.com/2025/11/fren...
The judgment marks the first time France’s greenwashing law has been applied to an energy company.
www.optimistdaily.com/2025/11/fren...
Senior dogs are often overlooked at the shelter, yet have so much love left to offer.
In Central Oregon, one Local Changemaker has built a haven for senior dogs in need of a home for their glorious golden years with Silver Linings Rescue Ranch.
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In Central Oregon, one Local Changemaker has built a haven for senior dogs in need of a home for their glorious golden years with Silver Linings Rescue Ranch.
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Silver Linings Rescue Ranch proves senior dogs deserve love, care, and a new leash on life | The Optimist Daily
Changemaker of the Week: an Oregon-based rescue is rewriting the story for senior dogs, offering medical care, foster support, and unconditional love.
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October 31, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Senior dogs are often overlooked at the shelter, yet have so much love left to offer.
In Central Oregon, one Local Changemaker has built a haven for senior dogs in need of a home for their glorious golden years with Silver Linings Rescue Ranch.
www.optimistdaily.com/2025/10/silv...
In Central Oregon, one Local Changemaker has built a haven for senior dogs in need of a home for their glorious golden years with Silver Linings Rescue Ranch.
www.optimistdaily.com/2025/10/silv...
Some solutions are brewing in the science of saving lives!
Hear more about developments in ADA-SCID treatment and peanut allergy prevention, along with more good news from the week, on the latest episode of The Optimist Daily's Weekly Roundup.
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Hear more about developments in ADA-SCID treatment and peanut allergy prevention, along with more good news from the week, on the latest episode of The Optimist Daily's Weekly Roundup.
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The science of saving lives: new breakthroughs in immunity and allergy prevention
Podcast Episode · The Optimist Daily's Weekly Roundup · 10/31/2025 · 18m
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October 31, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Some solutions are brewing in the science of saving lives!
Hear more about developments in ADA-SCID treatment and peanut allergy prevention, along with more good news from the week, on the latest episode of The Optimist Daily's Weekly Roundup.
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Hear more about developments in ADA-SCID treatment and peanut allergy prevention, along with more good news from the week, on the latest episode of The Optimist Daily's Weekly Roundup.
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A joy-filled operation is transforming plastic waste into dignity, employment, and beauty over in Port-au-Prince, Haiti.
PeaceCYCLE is one of our 2025 Local Changemakers recognitions. See how they are turning litter into livelihood!
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PeaceCYCLE is one of our 2025 Local Changemakers recognitions. See how they are turning litter into livelihood!
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How PeaceCYCLE transforms Haiti’s water sachets into sustainable jobs | The Optimist Daily
Changemaker of the week: PeaceCYCLE turns plastic waste into jobs, dignity, and beautiful upcycled goods, proving sustainability can be hope and human centered.
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October 31, 2025 at 4:02 PM
A joy-filled operation is transforming plastic waste into dignity, employment, and beauty over in Port-au-Prince, Haiti.
PeaceCYCLE is one of our 2025 Local Changemakers recognitions. See how they are turning litter into livelihood!
www.optimistdaily.com/2025/10/how-...
PeaceCYCLE is one of our 2025 Local Changemakers recognitions. See how they are turning litter into livelihood!
www.optimistdaily.com/2025/10/how-...
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An ocean reserve comparable to the size of the Amazon rainforest? That’s amazing! It being indigenous-led is fantastic. We need more sustainability and environmental initiatives based in indigenous knowledge and communities!
Yes! Feeling optimistic from seeing some awesome ocean conservation-related headlines over the past few weeks. Here's another recent one that we also really enjoyed sharing! www.optimistdaily.com/2025/10/worl...
World’s first Indigenous-led ocean reserve is one step closer to reality | The Optimist Daily
A visionary project blending Indigenous knowledge and science could create the first marine reserve led by Pacific Island nations.
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October 30, 2025 at 6:04 PM
An ocean reserve comparable to the size of the Amazon rainforest? That’s amazing! It being indigenous-led is fantastic. We need more sustainability and environmental initiatives based in indigenous knowledge and communities!
New recommendations on when to expose children to peanuts have now proven to reduce the risk of allergy development. www.optimistdaily.com/2025/10/pean...
Peanut allergies drop in kids thanks to new early feeding guidelines | The Optimist Daily
A shift in early peanut feeding advice is helping thousands of children avoid allergies. Here’s what new research and real-world outcomes reveal.
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October 30, 2025 at 5:48 PM
New recommendations on when to expose children to peanuts have now proven to reduce the risk of allergy development. www.optimistdaily.com/2025/10/pean...
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It’s been a good few weeks for ocean conservation! 🌊
#conservation #goodnews #hope #marinelife #oceanconservation #oceans #environment
#conservation #goodnews #hope #marinelife #oceanconservation #oceans #environment
In a move to bolster ocean conservation, Spain designated six new marine zones: five as marine protected areas (MPAs) and one as a seabird sanctuary, which adds an impressive 17,000 square kilometers of protected waters. www.optimistdaily.com/2025/10/spai...
Spain expands marine protections with six new biodiversity hotspots | The Optimist Daily
Spain designates six new marine areas for protection, advancing toward its 2025 conservation goals and safeguarding vital ocean habitats.
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October 28, 2025 at 7:58 PM
It’s been a good few weeks for ocean conservation! 🌊
#conservation #goodnews #hope #marinelife #oceanconservation #oceans #environment
#conservation #goodnews #hope #marinelife #oceanconservation #oceans #environment
In a major step forward for public health, the Maldives achieved what no other country has done before: it has eliminated mother-to-child transmission (EMTCT) of HIV, syphilis, and hepatitis B. www.optimistdaily.com/2025/10/mald...
Maldives sets a global milestone by ending mother-to-child transmission of HIV, syphilis, and hepatitis B | The Optimist Daily
The Maldives becomes the first country to eliminate mother-to-child transmission of HIV, syphilis, and hepatitis B, setting a new global health standard.
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October 29, 2025 at 5:13 PM
In a major step forward for public health, the Maldives achieved what no other country has done before: it has eliminated mother-to-child transmission (EMTCT) of HIV, syphilis, and hepatitis B. www.optimistdaily.com/2025/10/mald...
In a move to bolster ocean conservation, Spain designated six new marine zones: five as marine protected areas (MPAs) and one as a seabird sanctuary, which adds an impressive 17,000 square kilometers of protected waters. www.optimistdaily.com/2025/10/spai...
Spain expands marine protections with six new biodiversity hotspots | The Optimist Daily
Spain designates six new marine areas for protection, advancing toward its 2025 conservation goals and safeguarding vital ocean habitats.
www.optimistdaily.com
October 28, 2025 at 5:50 PM
In a move to bolster ocean conservation, Spain designated six new marine zones: five as marine protected areas (MPAs) and one as a seabird sanctuary, which adds an impressive 17,000 square kilometers of protected waters. www.optimistdaily.com/2025/10/spai...
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"Many people think hope is just wishful thinking or naive optimism. But the science tells a very different story," writes Clay Routledge.
"Hope is a cognitive and motivational resource essential to both individual and societal flourishing, and it can be cultivated and shared."
"Hope is a cognitive and motivational resource essential to both individual and societal flourishing, and it can be cultivated and shared."
Why Hope Matters and How to Broaden and Spread It
Last week, I had the honor of giving the keynote address at the Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity Key Awards event.
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October 28, 2025 at 4:41 PM
"Many people think hope is just wishful thinking or naive optimism. But the science tells a very different story," writes Clay Routledge.
"Hope is a cognitive and motivational resource essential to both individual and societal flourishing, and it can be cultivated and shared."
"Hope is a cognitive and motivational resource essential to both individual and societal flourishing, and it can be cultivated and shared."
For children born with ADA-SCID, a rare genetic disease that severely compromises the immune system, everyday germs can be fatal.
Patients often do not survive past the age of 2.
But hope has arrived in the form of an ingenious gene therapy.
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Patients often do not survive past the age of 2.
But hope has arrived in the form of an ingenious gene therapy.
www.optimistdaily.com/2025/10/a-on...
A one-time gene therapy is helping kids beat a deadly immune disease | The Optimist Daily
A new gene therapy for ADA-SCID shows 100 percent survival, offering hope for children with this rare immune disorder. Cost and access remain key hurdles.
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October 27, 2025 at 4:52 PM
For children born with ADA-SCID, a rare genetic disease that severely compromises the immune system, everyday germs can be fatal.
Patients often do not survive past the age of 2.
But hope has arrived in the form of an ingenious gene therapy.
www.optimistdaily.com/2025/10/a-on...
Patients often do not survive past the age of 2.
But hope has arrived in the form of an ingenious gene therapy.
www.optimistdaily.com/2025/10/a-on...
We are diving into some wins for compassion and creativity on the pod.
New York’s new law is making scalp cooling treatments more accessible for cancer patients, and a D.C. author is reimagining book access with her “LitBox” vending machine.
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New York’s new law is making scalp cooling treatments more accessible for cancer patients, and a D.C. author is reimagining book access with her “LitBox” vending machine.
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From chemo care to creative flair: two stories changing how we heal and create
Podcast Episode · The Optimist Daily's Weekly Roundup · 10/24/2025 · 19m
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October 24, 2025 at 10:27 PM
We are diving into some wins for compassion and creativity on the pod.
New York’s new law is making scalp cooling treatments more accessible for cancer patients, and a D.C. author is reimagining book access with her “LitBox” vending machine.
Tune in!
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New York’s new law is making scalp cooling treatments more accessible for cancer patients, and a D.C. author is reimagining book access with her “LitBox” vending machine.
Tune in!
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A brightly lit vending machine that dispenses books is turning heads in Washington, DC.
LitBox (@litbox.bsky.social) is offering local literature in a convenient location to promote a more inclusive publishing world. www.optimistdaily.com/2025/10/a-no...
LitBox (@litbox.bsky.social) is offering local literature in a convenient location to promote a more inclusive publishing world. www.optimistdaily.com/2025/10/a-no...
A novel idea: how one D.C. book vending machine is uplifting local authors | The Optimist Daily
D.C.’s LitBox book vending machine is shaking up publishing by spotlighting local authors left behind by big bookstores and shrinking arts funding.
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October 24, 2025 at 6:14 PM
A brightly lit vending machine that dispenses books is turning heads in Washington, DC.
LitBox (@litbox.bsky.social) is offering local literature in a convenient location to promote a more inclusive publishing world. www.optimistdaily.com/2025/10/a-no...
LitBox (@litbox.bsky.social) is offering local literature in a convenient location to promote a more inclusive publishing world. www.optimistdaily.com/2025/10/a-no...
Ireland will officially launch a permanent basic income program for artists, following a three-year trial that showed strong economic and social returns. www.optimistdaily.com/2025/10/irel...
Ireland makes basic income for artists permanent, signaling support for creative economy | The Optimist Daily
After a successful pilot, Ireland will permanently offer basic income to artists starting in 2026, boosting cultural output and economic stability.
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October 23, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Ireland will officially launch a permanent basic income program for artists, following a three-year trial that showed strong economic and social returns. www.optimistdaily.com/2025/10/irel...