Optimist Daily Weekly Roundup

Do you like the stories from around the world that recognize and celebrate the people and events making a positive change? Tune in to The Optimist Daily Weekly Roundup, where our solutions-focused stories continue, and hear behind-the-scenes discussions from the people bringing you the news.

From oysters to ice baths: what boosts your health and helps the planet 04/18/2025

Uncontacted tribes, wildfire-resilient homes, and hope in tough times 04/11/2025

How crafting and friendships foster healing, joy, and upward mobility 04/04/2025

Bloodless Bulls & Biodegradable Beads 03/28/2025

Why Calling Your Friends Matters + A Win for Accessibility in France 03/21/2025

Coping with Travel Anxiety and Thriving in Uncertainty: Science-Backed Solutions 03/07/2025

Mastering Eye Contact for Better Communication + Norway Bans Fur Farming 02/28/2025

Naps & Net Worth: How Sleep Boosts Problem-Solving + Discussing Female Invest 02/21/2025

Love, Climate Justice, and a Snuggly Sleep Hack 02/14/2025

The Rise of Ethical Social Media & Granting Nature Legal Rights 02/07/2025

From Climate Action to Better Sleep: Solutions for a Brighter Future 01/31/2025

Breakthroughs in Women’s Health and Quiet Construction 01/24/2025

California Wildfires: Solutions for Recovery, Resilience, and Support 01/17/2025

New Year, New Intentions: Strategies for a Fulfilled 2025 01/10/2025

Season's Greetings from the Optimist Daily! 12/20/2024

California's Southeast Asian Curriculum and The Power of Tiny Acts of Kindness 12/13/2024

The World's Largest Coral and Life-Changing Intergenerational Friendships 11/22/2024

Indigenous Voices at COP16 and Intellectual Humility 11/15/2024

Pop-Up Wetlands and Silicon Valley Jail's Store 11/08/2024

All About Handling Disagreements, Conflict, and Confrontation 11/01/2024

How Donating Food Boosts Supermarket Profits and LGBTQ+ Veterans Get the Honorable Discharge They Deserve 10/25/2024

Record Sea Turtle Nests in Greece and The Life-Changing Power of a No-Spend Month 10/11/2024

4 Ways You Can Help Hurricane Helene Victims Right Now 10/04/2024

The 7 Types of Rest We Need and Tetris for PTSD 09/27/2024

Bringing Back Wind-Powered Cargo Ships and Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month 09/20/2024

Why Senior Centers, College Campuses, and Day Cares Belong Together and Cool Constructions from the Ancient World 09/13/2024

How the Paralympics Helps Us Talk to Kids about Limb Differences and $100 Million for Our National Parks 09/06/2024

Farewell Sphen, One Half of Iconic Gay Penguin Couple and Secret Languages in Relationships 08/30/2024

Stay Social (Without Feeling Drained) and Do Arts and Crafts Have a Bigger Impact on Life Satisfaction than Employment? 08/23/2024

A Look Back at The Olympics: Lessons and Highlights 08/16/2024