10 Health Habits That Changed Our Lives in 2023

As health reporters and editors, we know what’s good for us. But that doesn’t mean we always do it. This year, each of us took at least one thing we’ve learned covering health and applied it to our own lives. Here’s what stuck. Collecting houseplants Last year at this time, I had a modest couple of shelves of houseplants. Now, I live in a jungle. I started collecting rare aroids—a family of plants that includes philodendrons, monsteras, and alocasias—and my new hobby transformed the trajectory of my year. Tending to my plants keeps me busy, so I have less time to scroll social media or get lost in my thoughts, and being surrounded by lush green is calming. I’ve traveled to new cities to attend plant events, and I’m constantly researching and learning how to be a better plant parent. Plus, the joy of discovering new growth, like an emerging leaf, lifts my mood and ensures I always have something to look forward to. —Angela Haupt [time-brightcove not-tgx=”true”] Massaging my face During the depths of the pandemic, when I spent most of my time frowning at screens, I started looking for ways to get rid of headaches and facial tension. My searches led me to self-guided facial massage, a practice to which I have become very dedicated over the past year. My favorite YouTube facial masseuse talks a lot about lymphatic drainage, which is apparently supposed to reduce puffiness, make your skin look bett...
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