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You Don't Actually Have to Finish That Book or Show You're Not Enjoying
The case for not wasting your precious free time on meh entertainment.
By Josh Gondelman
What to Watch on Netflix Next Time You’re Feeling Stressed
Our picks span a range of reality, drama, and even throwbacks from your childhood.
By Hannah Dylan Pasternak
Love
These 23 Netflix Shows Are Horny as Hell
From the steamy to the downright dirty.
By Samantha Vincenty and Hannah Dylan Pasternak
Health
Adele Got Real About What Happened to Her After Regularly Wearing Sweaty Spanx
A perpetually steamy crotch led to an uncomfortable skin condition.
By Kayla Blanton
‘‘Love Is Blind’ Is a Very Important American Establishment:’ Kesha on Her Wellness Essentials
The singer also said she is “passionate” about Real Housewives as a form of self-care.
By Grace McCarty
Kesha Talks About How ‘Severe Exhaustion’ Led to Her CVID Diagnosis
For the first time, SELF’s June cover star shares details about her immune system disorder.
By Kayla Blanton
Cover story
Kesha Is Setting Herself Free
A decade of litigation. A recent health scare that nearly killed her. Our June cover star is done pretending she’s invincible.
By Amy Rose Spiegel
Photography by Jason Kim
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Sia Feels ‘Fully’ Herself After Learning She’s on the Autism Spectrum
The singer explained how receiving her diagnosis helped her become more at ease in the world.
By Kayla Blanton
‘Keep Him Emotional’: Jane Fonda Has Some Advice for People Raising Sons
She discussed contending with mom guilt—and what she’s learned about being there for boys.
By Maggie O'Neill
Health
Ed Sheeran Says He Used Unhealthy Coping Mechanisms to Avoid His Grief
In his new docuseries, the singer reveals that he tried to distract himself from painful feelings.
By Jenna Ryu
‘I Didn’t Fit the Profile of a Victim’: Megan Thee Stallion on Surviving Gun Violence
“The physical and mental scars from this entire ordeal will always sting, but I’m taking the appropriate steps to resume my life.”
By Maggie O'Neill
Jane Fonda, 85, Has Lots of Thoughts About Why Being Young Is ‘Really, Really Hard’
She also shared advice for anyone in their 20s going through it right now.
By Maggie O'Neill
For duck’s sake
I Didn't Think Birding Was for Me. Now It's My Favorite Self-Care Hobby.
I’m young, I live in a city, I’m not outdoorsy…but I love it anyway.
By Rachel Wilkerson Miller
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9 Feel-Good Books That Celebrate Non-Romantic Love
Partners aren’t the only objects worthy of our affection.
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By Christine Pride
Jane Fonda’s Tip for Making Real Friends as You Get Older Makes So Much Sense
She even offered a script for what to say to potential besties.
By Maggie O'Neill
Culture
The Founder of the Nap Ministry on the Ways Rest Can Be a Form of Resistance
Grind culture is exhausting and separates us from who we really are.
By Hannah Dylan Pasternak
Screen savers
The Best Movies and Shows to Watch When You’re Sitting Around With Your Family
From crowd-pleasing series to feel-good films for all ages.
By Samantha Vincenty
Culture
29 of the Best Romantic Movies on Netflix to Fall in Love With Right Now
Whether you want to laugh, cry, or yearn.
By Samantha Vincenty
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Bored games
15 Actually Fun Games to Play When You’re Sitting Around With Family
It’s certainly better than answering questions about your relationship status.
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By Sarah Madaus
Health
If You’re Having a Hard Time During the Holidays, Might I Suggest a Horror Movie?
It’s the most wonderful time of the year to watch Megan Fox eat a guy’s face off.
By Lindsay Lee Wallace
Culture
14 LGBTQ-Affirming Movies to Stream While You Recover From the Holidays
From the funny and sweet to the heist-y and apocalyptic.
By Lindsay Lee Wallace
Culture
Karamo Brown and His Son on Compassionate Parenting and Sharing Feelings
The coauthors want kids to know that all emotions are valid.
By Candace Bond-Theriault
Culture
With ‘Wakanda Forever,’ Danai Gurira Is Owning Her Power
The Black Panther actor reflects on playing “warrior chicks” and processing grief on set.
By Michael Cuby