So, about 2021 being better than 2020...

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Last week was *a lot.* I had trouble peeling my eyes away from screens. One night I was doomscrolling until 2:30 a.m. So I'm reupping this piece we published back in November by reporter Stephanie Barnes. It offers some really useful advice on how to manage your media intake right now.

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And while we were sidetracked by an attempted coup, the pandemic still raged on. There's now another strain of COVID-19 that was found in South Africa. Reporter Julia Ries investigated everything we need to know about the mutations, what they mean for the vaccine and more.

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Keep reading for more on COVID and some other extremely timely mental health advice. Here's hoping this week is more positive (or, at the very least, filled with more sleep).

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❤️,

Lindsay

You Oughta Know

A new study has found how much of COVID-19 is asymptomatic, and the prediction is pretty alarming. Those without symptoms are more likely to contribute to the spread of the virus. Senior reporter Catherine Pearson looked into the research and asked experts what needs to happen to lower the number of these cases.

HOW MUCH ASYMPTOMATIC PEOPLE SPREAD COVID-19

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 therapist Kathleen Dahlen deVos on how she's prioritizing self-care this year:

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I’ve found that making things with my hands is an incredibly effective tool for managing stress and anxiety. The focus required for the task at hand is a kind of mindfulness practice, and the dopamine released from finishing a beautiful project is great as an antidote to the stress hormone cortisol. Also, crafting is a great break from screens for the eyes. I love fiber arts, so I’m going to pick weaving or knitting back up, or even relearn embroidery, something I haven’t done in over 25 years.

Crushing On This 'Gram

Before You Go...

Read this piece on how memorial tattoos can help with the grieving process. Senior reporter Caroline Bologna spoke with mental health experts on the benefits behind honoring loved ones this way and got some really great advice for anyone struggling with loss right now.

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