As an organization that constantly strives to engage with the community, we at Optimae LifeServices do our best to stay tuned to the goings on in our regions. For this week's Feel Good Friday, we'll discuss a valiant effort from a Jefferson county 4-H club to provide for their local animal … [Continue reading...] about Feel Good Friday 01/29/2021
Feel Good Friday 01/22/2021
Per the American Red Cross, "January is National Blood Donor Month, a time to celebrate the lifesaving impact of blood and platelet donors. It has been celebrated each January for nearly 50 years and coincides with one of the most difficult times to maintain a sufficient blood supply for patients … [Continue reading...] about Feel Good Friday 01/22/2021
Feel Good Friday 01/15/2021
No matter what side of the political aisle you're on, recent weeks have been very stressful politically. For this week's Feel Good Friday, we will discuss some tips on how to cope with Socio-Political stress. Boston University has a list of useful stress relievers that we feel you might be able to … [Continue reading...] about Feel Good Friday 01/15/2021
Feel Good Friday 07/08/2021
January is Hobby Month, and in regards to New Years Resolutions, one of the best ones you can make is to pick up a hobby! For this Week's Feel Good Friday, we discuss some hobbies and the benefit they can have. 1. Start reading books regularly - Per Business Insider, "Reading strengthens … [Continue reading...] about Feel Good Friday 07/08/2021
Feel Good Friday 01/01/2021
As the new year comes, so too does an annual tradition ... New Year's Resolutions! For this week's Feel Good Friday, we discuss goals, and how to achieve them! Although no one can predict exactly what 2021 has planned, you can make the most of this fresh start by setting goals for yourself! … [Continue reading...] about Feel Good Friday 01/01/2021
Feel Good Friday 12/25/2020
The Holidays By William O'Loughlin The snow has fallen, Winter is here, And here in Iowa, We feel great cheer. But then for some, This festive time, Can be a burden, For their tired mind. Enjoy the snow, Your family too, But just remember, To enjoy "you." Happy holidays from … [Continue reading...] about Feel Good Friday 12/25/2020
Feel Good Friday 12/18/2020
The holidays are practically here! Whatever holiday you celebrate, in the Midwest there's one universal factor across all of them ... snow! For this week's Feel Good Friday, we share some compilations of amazing snow sculptures that we hope raise your spirits! Check out this compilation from … [Continue reading...] about Feel Good Friday 12/18/2020
Feel Good Friday 12/11/2020
The winter season, and the festivities surrounding it, can be such a joyful time, but can also bring on a lot of additional stressors. Even without the additional challenges that the pandemic presents us with this year, the change of pace in the winter, and holidays for those who celebrate, can be … [Continue reading...] about Feel Good Friday 12/11/2020
Feel Good Friday 12/04/2020
As we enter December, many are facing a new stress ... the holidays. Per Mayo Clinic, "The holidays often present a dizzying array of demands — cooking meals, shopping, baking, cleaning and entertaining, to name just a few." If you are finding yourself anxious about spending a lot of money for … [Continue reading...] about Feel Good Friday 12/04/2020
Feel Good Friday 11/27/2020
For last week's Feel Good Friday, we discussed safe methods for celebrating Thanksgiving. This week, we will discuss the meaning of the holiday... gratitude. Gratitude can be defined as a celebration of the good in your life and relationships with others. Appreciation is a stepping stone leading … [Continue reading...] about Feel Good Friday 11/27/2020