I've pretty much abandoned my morning routine in this pandemic. (Alarms? Psh. Early exercise? Never heard of it.)

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This piece by senior reporter Catherine Pearson reminded me just how important it is to set yourself up for success when you wake up. Here are 5 bad habits you should avoid doing first thing in the morning.

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Keep reading for more COVID info, including what we know about antibodies created from the vaccine vs. a natural infection. Hope you're all staying warm and, most importantly, healthy. And for those of you lucky enough to have a day off today, I hope you're able to find a few moments of calm for yourself. It's well deserved.

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❤️,

Lindsay

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Defeating COVID-19 requires built up immunity against the virus, which typically happens through a vaccine or natural infection. So why are people who had the coronavirus being told to get the vaccine?

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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 psychologist Ryan Howes on how to incrementally improve your mental health when you're feeling overwhelmed by tasks.

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Make a "done" list. Include all the tasks, large and small, that you’ve successfully completed, from grocery shopping to folding clothes to getting kids through a day of school. Pat yourself on the back for producing anything at all in a time when any task can feel Herculean.

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Before You Go...

Read this piece on why sitting all day isn't as bad for your health as you think. Many experts like to say "sitting is the new smoking," but our work-from-home jobs aren't exactly killing us. This story will show you what really matters when it comes to your physical well-being.

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