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Even before thecoronavirus pandemic, holidays were emotionally fraught for many people. The coronavirus pandemic has made things even more complicated. Scrolling through Instagram or talking to friends can make you feel like youre overreacting by sitting the season out. Towfiqu Barbhuiya / EyeEm/ Getty Images To be clear: Youre not overreacting. The United States recently surpassed11 million confirmed coronavirus cases. No matter what your family group chat says, the pandemic isnt taking a break for holiday gatherings....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. My search for ways to prevent hair dye from fading has been ongoing for years. Images courtesy of the brands Since then my hair has been almost any shade you could imagine. I usually dye my own hair at home and try a new color every few weeks....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Historically, road trips have seemed to be thesafest wayto avoidCOVID-19while traveling. Abbey Lossing Of course, this may not be possible for everyone, which then increases the coronavirus risk involved. That said, even a negative COVID-19 test does not fully ensure that youdont have the virus....

When you feel overwhelmedafter all,things area lotright nowyou might feel daunted by the prospect of cooking. A stockpile of freezer meals can make a satisfying dinner more within your reach. Then, on rough days, youve already laid a smooth pathway toward eating easy,budget-friendly food. Dana and John Shultz viaMinimalist Baker Plus, it helps to know that at least one thing in life is predictable these days. These types of foods work well when frozen and thawed properly, especially those that have liquid....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. This article is byEsther Choo, M.D., M.P.H. PeopleImages ;Andrea Ciaranello, M.D., M.P.H. ;Jesper Ke; andMai Tuyet Pho, M.D., M.P.H. Here, weve consolidated our most common advice on having socially distanced celebrations and making safer travel choices. But this doesnt mean we cant still connect meaningfully with loved ones....

Its solid adviceoften meant to keep children from sharing something unintentionally cruel in most contexts. Butpost-election, Ive noticed so many of us (myself included) have taken that platitude to an extreme. In the aftermath of a chaotic four years, were scrambling to find something nice to say. iLee/Adobe Stock Sometimes the nice thing isnt worth saying. Theres a lot to be said in the aftermath of an election where the incumbent will not concede....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Lilly Singh started out as a YouTube comedy sensation, amassing a platform with over 36 million followers. Getty / George Pimentel / Contributor The second season of her NBC show,A Little Late With Lilly Singh, airs in 2021. Singh lives in Los Angeles with her dog, Scarbro....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Although volunteering is rooted in helping others, the act may benefit you too. Amrita Marino Want to do your part but not sure where to start? Pick produce at a local farm. She helped pick tomatoes and clip herbs. Farms are burdened with rising operating costs during theCOVID-19pandemic andneed assistance....

Your cores primary job is to protect your spine, so its extra important to train those muscles. What better way to accomplish that than with this quick 8-minute abs workout? Your core is working all day long, whether you know it or not. Katie Thompson It helps in everyday tasks likecleaning, carrying something up the stairs, and even justwalking. But strong core muscles can protect your spine. And you dont have to spend a ton of time working them, either....

One lesson Ive learned in 2020 is that Im not great at dealing with uncertainty. Dont get me wrong; Ive always hated uncertainty. And Im not alone. Ded Pixto/Adobe Stock Humans in general dont do great with the feeling of helplessness that often comes with uncertainty. But when uncertainty is as unavoidable as it is right now, how do you deal? The short answer: You focus on what you might control....

Youre happy for them, genuinely, but theres a little sourness draped over your excitement. And when these emotions crop up in ourfriendships, its hard to know exactly what to do. Well, to begin, lets clear up a misconception: You may not be experiencing jealousy at all. Guillermo de la Torre/Adobe Stock Jealousy almost always involves three people, theAmerican Psychological Association explainsin its definition of the emotion. Typically, jealousy pops up if you resent someone else for seemingly taking away your beloveds attention or affection....

There may be bumps in the road as you treat psoriatic arthritis, he tells SELF. However, there are several promising medications that may reduce symptoms and protect your body from long-term damage. Keep in mind you may need to take a combination of treatments to alleviate your symptoms. Peter Dazeley Over time, your plan may evolve. Also, your treatment options may change over time based on new research and newly available therapies....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. With the right prep, you might toss them in everything from breakfast to dinner to dessert. nikolaydonetsk/Adobe Stock Sweet potatoes add warm flavors, tender textures, and lively colors to all kinds of dishes. Thats important, since the nutrient helps support your eye, hair, and skin health, Rizzo says....