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Self Care

Self-care isn’t selfish—it’s necessary! Whether it’s a five-minute breather, a beauty ritual, or setting boundaries, we’ve got the inspiration and tools to help you put yourself first.



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Navigating Life as an Empath During Turbulent Times
Do you feel like you absorb the emotions of others? Feel easily overwhelmed? These can be traits of empaths. Learn how to cope.
By Jada Jones
, September 11, 2020
4 Min Read
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Freedom to Run
How the global pandemic made me rethink the reasons I love running — and why it’s even more important right now.
By Shannon Shelton Miller
, August 21, 2020
4 Min Read
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Easy Ways to Help Boost Self-Care and Connection  
Connection and time to unwind are important. Learn more about how you can improve your mood right now, connect with other readers online and try out a new self-care offering via our sibling site, The Girlfriend.
By Sisters Newsletter
, August 21, 2020
2 Min Read
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A Self-Care Surprise For You
Our sibling site, The Girlfriend, is introducing a new Relax & Radiate Crate! Here's how to get curated home, beauty, and wellness items — and more
August 5, 2020
1 Min Read
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Party of One: How Coronavirus Made This Birthday My Best Ever
For years, I anticipated birthdays with a twinge of dread. It wasn’t the dread of aging; it was the dread of feeling forgotten and unloved. Here’s why that’s changed.
By Gerrie Summers
, July 31, 2020
4 Min Read
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Don’t Cancel Your 2020 Vision Board, Do These 3 Things Instead
During this turbulent year, these strategies can bring renewed hope for our goals.
By Renée Cherez
, July 24, 2020
4 Min Read
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Diary of an Angry Black Woman
While it’s not a title I relish, I no longer avoid speaking my mind. Because keeping a false peace is counterproductive. The stakes have become too high.
By Aabye-Gayle D. Francis-Favilla
, July 24, 2020
5 Min Read
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Caring for Plants Can Be a Form of Self-Care
How being a “plant lady” keeps me in touch with my roots — especially now.
By Amber Dorsey
, July 17, 2020
3 Min Read
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7 Simple Things That Will Turn Your Shower Into a Sanctuary
Can’t get to the spa right now? Serenity is just a few steps away with these affordable little luxuries and pampering products.
By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon
, July 2, 2020
4 Min Read
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