| Headlines for a healthier you | | | Anisa Arsenault, Associate Editorial Director | | | | How to Put Yourself First in 2023 |  | From all of us at Verywell, happy new year! It's no small task to support people on their health journeys, and we're thankful for your trust and readership this year.
As the holiday season winds down, remember to take some time for yourself. It's not selfish—it's healthy. In fact, recent research emphasizes not only the importance of "me time," but also the importance of spending it in a way that's actually restorative.
So grab a book and brew some tea, if that's your thing. Or carve out some time on the Peleton if that's more your speed. Productive me time looks different for everyone. Here's how to make it work for you. | | |  | What Else Should You Know | | | New to Journaling? Try These Options for Beginners | | If self-reflection is one of your New Year's resolutions, might we suggest journaling? Journaling is a practice that many mental health professionals recommend to patients, thanks to its wide variety of benefits. While it may seem simple, it can help with stress, anxiety, and depression. We've rounded up the best journals for newbies. | | | | | | The Jury's Still Out on LED Face Masks | | New year, new trend. LED face masks are flooding social channels like TikTok and even making appearances in popular television shows like HBO's The Sex Lives of College Girls. But just because a product is trending doesn't necessarily guarantee it offers any benefit to the user's health. We talked to experts and conducted thorough research to find out if LED face masks are worth the hype and actually work. | | | | |  | In Other News | | - The Year in Apps I Gave Up On. The New Yorker
- What Happens to Your Body During a Polar Plunge. Health
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