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Why Knitting (and Hobbies Like It) Can Make You Calmer, Sharper, and Happier

Less stress and a chunky knit blanket? Count us in!

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How to Deal If You Have a Chronic Illness and Your Friends Just Don't Get It

“Feel what you are feeling and accept it. Then pour into your own cup.”
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Does Applying Vitamin C at Night Do Anything for Your Skin?

The antioxidant is known for sun damage control, but a bunch of TikTokers swear by using it before bed.

Here’s What High Cortisol Actually Does to Your Body

If TikTok has you confused about the stress hormone, read this.

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