"It replaces the time I would’ve gone out to work. You’ve got people around you. No one’s judging you. You can just be yourself.”
Male isolation is a growing among older men, but workshops known as Men’s Sheds are becoming places of friendship
#community
https://t.co/gahZZy3fqT
“I understand why you do it. You think it’s protection. But it won’t protect you, if something goes wrong, the consequences are real."
@aaamindset on the amazing work they are doing to protect young people from the dangers of #knifecrime.
#charity
https://t.co/vtp0KDECph
In the heart of North Sumatra, the coastal rice paddies of #Bali, Indonesia’s people – villagers, farmers, elders, and activists – are challenging powerful interests, defending fragile ecosystems, and, against all odds, winning.
#Indonesia#environment
https://t.co/bZ9CNVEYUe
“Volunteering for Shout provides a safe space for people to talk and work through their emotions. I volunteer for Shout as well because I want to help people in a crisis and de-escalate them to a calm space.”
#Sheffield#volunteering#mentalhealth
https://t.co/8H3lmOJvxx
“Some of the hardest parts of this entire ordeal was not knowing. There were entire days where there wasn’t any internet – where there was no communication.
Read the incredible story of students helping Said Zaneen out of war-torn Gaza.
#Palestine#Gaza
https://t.co/5Jjbpjfkph
“If I don’t save it, who will?”
Itakwu Innocent, a conservationist and teacher from #Nigeria, has a commitment to forest and wildlife protection - which has made him a symbol of resilience.
#wildlife#forestprotection#environment#nature#optimistic
https://t.co/jTO7FIDAfz
“The idea behind the charity is to support anyone who has a barrier in the way of getting out the house.”
Move the Masses CEO Libby Croft tells Optimist about their charity matching people with volunteers to go for a walk and chat.
#community#charity
https://t.co/gXZnciTIda
Happy #PrideMonth from all of us at The Optimist!
Here at the Optimist we are celebrating Pride Month this June, and want to spotlight some LGBTQIA+ creators that we think you should be following.
#Pride#LGBTQ#LoveIsLove
https://t.co/Nru8d4V9xx
“An incredible feel good moment, but bittersweet at the same time”
Read below about Alan Corcoran’s emotional journey and determination to turn his grief into a monumental challenge of swimming 500 kilometres along Ireland's coast in memory of his dad.
https://t.co/OtSaa4Q4qn
“Some of the hardest parts of this entire ordeal was not knowing. There were entire days where there wasn’t any internet – where there was no communication.
Read the incredible story of students helping Said Zaneen out of war-torn Gaza.
#Palestine#Gaza
https://t.co/5Jjbpjfkph
“Coming in in the morning and they are purring and excited to see you, it is honestly one of the biggest joys ever.”
@JournoAnnaleece visited @TabbyTeas to hear about how animals can help people's mental health.
#catcafe#cats#cafe#mentalhealth
https://t.co/jjOnOpJ63r
In this week's podcast, The Optimist team wrote letters to their future selves.💌
Episode 2 is out now on Spotify and YouTube (link in our bio)!
https://t.co/xpfV9MPRyX
#podcast#optimistunplugged#lettertofutureme#positivenews
“I know my work, however small or big, is making a difference to people’s lives.”✨
Emaan was inspired after watching Robin Hood help those in need, and wanted to help people too.💍
#community#handmadejewellery#homelessness#positivenews
https://t.co/IOyFFKm152
Have you listened to the latest episode of The Optimist: Unplugged with @eloisec0x and @jaseljourno?
If not, here is a sneak peak! You can find the whole episode on our Spotify and Youtube (link in bio)
“Anybody may need some help at some point and I want to help where I can. I don’t want anyone to go hungry"
Amber Smith spoke to a young entrepreneur who is raising money to feed the homeless.
Find out more here 👇
https://t.co/D6MJs31odo
Happy pride month from our team here at The Optimist Magazine!
@holly_robson259 highlights #LGBTQIA creators, artists, and charities that you should check out.
#PrideMonth#LoveIsLove
https://t.co/Nru8d4V9xx
“My favourite part is the company, the laughter, and the jokes."
@JournoAnnaleece spoke to @_bfriend about how the charity helps fight loneliness.
#charity#bfriend
https://t.co/3olc9wnIl6
"We have lots of refugees who come to us who are highly skilled professionals, but these qualifications don’t necessarily translate to the UK."
@eloisec0x speaks with Trampoline, a social enterprise that helps refugees and asylum seekers.
Read it here 👇
https://t.co/ExcVfmpcao