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Skimm’d while setting intentions for the new year

"I would do it once a week if I could" — Gal Gadot, on giving birth. Ok, Wonder Woman.

Show of hands: How many times have you resolved to start your day with meditation but began with social media scrolling instead? Us too. Make it more manageable by committing to one 10-minute meditation today (like this one). Because you can do anything for 10 minutes — especially something good for you. Closed eyes, full hearts, can’t lose.

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In not-so-fun news, it turns out that even if you love a kale salad and always get your five a day, you still might not be getting enough of certain nutrients the body needs. In fact, the CDC says vitamin B6, iron, and vitamin D shortfalls are pretty common.

Enter: Ritual’s clinical-backed, obsessively researched multivitamin for women. It has key nutrients most of us don’t get enough of from food alone. Plus it’s clean, vegan-friendly, and free of shady additives. Oh, and Skimm’rs get 35% off their first order. Yes, you read that right. Talk about a vita-win.

New year, new episode. Follow and listen to “Pop Cultured with theSkimm,” every Tuesday, as we unravel the trending stories you and your group chat can’t stop talking about. Like the #FreeBritney movement and why you should avoid the fast fashion trap. Oh, and other buzzy moments that topped headlines (think: Travis Scott, Nicki Minaj, Dave Chappelle, and Colin Kaepernick). No matter what, we’ve got you covered. Check out “Pop Cultured with theSkimm” each week here.

Here are today’s recs to help you live a smarter life…

1. Something new to try this year. That’s not a recipe. We’re talking Noom. Aka a digital platform designed to help you live a healthier life. It’s all about showing you the 'why' behind your decisions. Give it a go.*

2. A card that can help you make big purchases. Without facing big fees. The Ascent says this one’s got the longest 0% intro APR period they’ve seen. If you qualify, you won’t pay any interest ‘til mid-2023. And you’ll never pay an annual fee. Cha-ching.*

3. Something to take the ‘run’ out of ‘running errands.’ So you can spend more time doing…literally anything else. With a Walmart+ membership, you can get fresh groceries, cleaning supplies, toothpaste, batteries, and more delivered to your door for free.† Seriously. Start your free trial.*

4. The luxe sleepwear you keep seeing on Insta. And keep meaning to try. Now’s a great time to order this brand’s temp-regulating, eco-friendly pajamas. Because Skimm’rs get 15% off ‘til Jan 11 with code SKIMM15. Pro tip: Grab the slipper socks while you’re at it.*

5. Handy items to keep at your desk. You're back from the holiday break and determined to make 2022 the best year yet. Get back into the groove of things with this screen cleaner, a llama-shaped stress toy, and cable clips that'll keep your charging wires organized.

*PS: This is a sponsored post.

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We like to celebrate the wins, big and small. Let us know how your friends, neighbors, coworkers (and yes, even you) are making career moves, checking off goals, or making an impact in the community.

On a roll…Brittney S (MI). Despite a heavy workload, she completed her personal challenges to write and publish 12 books and record and share 12 YouTube videos.

Rooting for…Jessica M (WA). She’s checking off her goals, including finishing her MPA during a pandemic, moving to Washington, and starting a new job. All of this while dealing with losses due to COVID-19.

(Some) Birthdays…theSkimm's Diana Rodriguez (NY), theSkimm's Margo Ghertner (NY), Lauren Castleman (PA), Sara Diedrich (CO), Sarah Lang (TX), Laura Snyder (IN), Hannah Robinson (NC), Holly B Prather (GA), Kelsey Bard (NE), Sarah Schopfer (CA), Hilary Graham (WI), Virginia Isaad (CA), Allie Thomason (IL), Lauren Berryhill (TX), Kristine Zerkowski (CT)

*Paging all members of theSkimm. Reach out here for a chance to be featured.

Move over metaverse, we’re still in the Matrix. We sat down with Keanu Reeves and Carrie-Anne Moss as they Skimm’d “The Matrix Resurrections” and spilled which superlatives best describe their fellow cast members. Check it out. 

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