International Women’s Day is celebrated annually on the 8th of March. It is a day that celebrates the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of the women in our lives and those around the world. The month of March is about women, female empowerment, and gender diversity.  Females are breaking barriers, building relationships, and more young women see a future filled with opportunities and possibilities. 

When we hear the words “female...

The month of February: Black History Month and Inclusivity (We see you and respect you )

The Optimal Living Summit proudly represents people - no matter their race, no matter how they identify, or no matter what their abilities. We are a fully inclusive family.

We believe that the month of February is a significant month to remember and celebrate marginalized voices that have struggled for equality and civil rights. The month of February reminds us that there is, unfortunately, still...

Like so many, we at Optimal Living Summit are so excited to say goodbye to 2020. It was a year filled with the unknown. We were all forced to re-evaluate ourselves, our lives, our goals and our commitments. We were able to pivot our community and provide even more support for our OLS Family virtually. We are so proud that you are part of our family and want to wish you a Happy New Year! 

With a New Year upon us and a new month, we're excited to start fresh. We're going to focus on new...

 The holiday season is upon us, and we don’t have to tell you that the holidays feel a little different this year. It’s been a long and challenging year, and we know we can expect some of the same in 2021. So, how do we find our joy this holiday season? This is weighing heavy on our minds and our hearts, as we know so many people are struggling this year, especially during the holidays. In an effort to bring wellness to our lives this holiday season, let’s celebrate the...

Yeah, we said it! We’re celebrating 2020. You might be thinking “WTF?!” and we certainly understand that reaction. But here’s the thing – 2020 has been unlike any other year, in so many ways. Sure, it’s been hard. Okay, REALLY hard. Many of us have struggled with increased stress and anxiety, significant losses, overwhelm, and loneliness. 2020 has challenged us and taken from us, but we’re stubborn and we refuse to let it defeat us. 

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It's our Birthday, but the gifts are for YOU!

Our mission is always to provide knowledge and education at Optimal Living Summit through the Optimal Living brand. In the words of our Founder and CEO Michael Challenger, "In a world full of distraction and constant chaos, we believe in making a difference within any organization or community. We must first start with the people." And you, if you're reading this – you are our people. Thank you for joining us on our journey to focus on...

October is here, and with it brings more changes as we head into the fall months. We don’t have to tell you that 2020 has been a challenging year. Stress and anxiety are at an all-time high due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Many people have made the transition to work remotely.

Working from home can have benefits, but not surprisingly, it also presents some challenges. These challenges arise in many areas such as: work-life balance, juggling the stress, responsibilities, mental health, and...

Using whole, healthy foods can act as medicine to protect and heal your body while providing fuel and boosting your immune system. Using food as medicine starts by changing your mindset and your approach to food from "restriction" to "introduction" of an abundance of the right foods. Here are five ways to use food as medicine:

1. Cultivate mindful eating habits.

In addition to simply paying attention to what you consume, it’s also important to note that how you eat also...