Staring can be good for your health.
A recent study found that a single hour in an art museum improved a person’s attitude and demeanor. But rather than battle the crowds at MOMA, spending some time staring…
Category: Experiments
Feeling stuck? Here’s how to cut yourself loose.
Do you ever feel like you’re being held captive by societal norms? (You know, all the nonsense you’ve absorbed over the course of your life from well-meaning parents, teachers and…
The answer to America’s problems? Isn’t it obvious?
The following is a special wild-card weekend editorial. Ask any citizen of the United States and their answer will be the same: our country is in big trouble. Whether it’s…
Wear-a-Mask Wednesday: It’s Sensory Deprivation Time!
Not long ago in human history, it was easy to find peace and quiet just by wandering outside in the middle of the night and gazing up at the stars. …
Feeling cooped up? Feast your eyes on this.
Note: Over the next few weeks, The SuperOptimist will be providing a series of experiments one can conduct on themselves at home. They are designed for the curious, the seekers…
The news is better in French!
Note: Over the next few weeks, The SuperOptimist will be providing a series of experiments one can conduct on themselves at home. They are designed for the curious, the seekers…
Four simple words that will change your life for the better.
One SuperOptimist practice we never get tired of? Adding the phrase “And isn’t that great!” to any thoughts we may be having. A recent example can be illustrated by the…
The only competition worth winning.
It’s clear that humans like creating contests — and picking winners. There’s a huge number of competitions ranging from small local prizes to large international Grands Prix, judging what makes…
The weather is always nice!
We are raised to believe that there is “good weather” and “bad weather.” So we learn to say 80 degrees and balmy is good, and 33 degrees and rainy is…
Heads you win, tails you win: the SuperOptimist guide to taking risks.
Lots of people play it safe as they age, and for good reason. “Safe” seems to be a wiser choice than “sorry.” But could it be that we actually have…