Summer is going to look and feel a whole lot different this year. That includes the activities we do, like hitting the beach or jumping in the pool. Will it be safe to go swimming? Does coronavirus spread in the water? We broke it down for you here.

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We also covered some useful and fascinating stories this week, including:

• The sneaky ways your coronavirus anxiety is coming out
• The psychology behind why people believe coronavirus conspiracy theories
• How being in quarantine affects your body and brain

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Hope everyone is having a safe and enjoyable long weekend. At the very least, I hope it feels like a weekend.

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❤️,

Lindsay

You Oughta Know

The coronavirus pandemic has canceled the plans and events we were excited about, from weddings to vacations to graduations. Reporter Kelsey Borresen examined how you can build positive anticipation when the future is so uncertain right now.

A Minute And Change

Got a spare minute? Use it to change your life. Our "A Minute And Change" series will help you become happier, healthier and more productive by doing one thing a little differently. This week's tip comes from registered dietician Christy Harrison on how to let go of toxic thoughts around your body and diet culture.

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Write down any food rules or thoughts that pop into your head during the day. It’s fascinating to see. Usually there are dozens of these thoughts throughout the day. You realize, "Anytime I start to think about food, these rules or these judgments pop up." Just becoming aware is the first step.

Crushing On This 'Gram

Words via @encouragingRD on Twitter

Before You Go...

Read this piece on a few things you can feel optimistic or positive about right now. We hear a lot of doom and gloom about the coronavirus (which is obviously warranted given how severe it is). But there's also a lot of good happening in the world, like advancements in medicine to create a vaccine, the air getting cleaner because of lockdowns and more.

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