Embracing the Joy: The Healing Power of Hugs

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Embracing the Joy: The Healing Power of Hugs

Ah, the holiday season—the time for friends, family, and togetherness. This time of year is my absolute favorite, and one thing that makes these moments extra special for me is all of the hugs I get from people I love. I used to wonder why these embraces made me so good, and then I decided to look into the science behind hugs.

It turns out—hugging is really good for you! Whether it's a bear hug or a group squeeze, wrapping yourself in a good ol' hug has amazing benefits for your body and mind. So in honor of this holiday season, I’m sharing with you all of the reasons you should give and receive hugs.

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The PJW Holiday Gift Guide

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The PJW Holiday Gift Guide

The holidays are upon us! I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving and are looking forward to the December holidays. With Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa around the corner, I wanted to help those of you who aren’t fans of gift giving.

I know that picking out gifts isn’t everyone’s favorite activity, so to help you, I’ve built out a healthy gift guide that is bound to have something for everyone on your list!

I hope it makes your shopping experience a little easier. I’ve used all of these products and I can’t recommend them enough.

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Pure Joy Wellness Approved - Reusable Silicone Sheet Mask Set for Face + Eyes

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Pure Joy Wellness Approved - Reusable Silicone Sheet Mask Set for Face + Eyes

As a skincare obsessee, I’m always on the lookout for the latest skincare innovations—like red light therapy, antioxidant products, and microbiome skin tests. Recently, I came across an incredible product, and after using it for several months,

I can say without hesitation that it’s #PureJoyWellnessApproved. Allow me to introduce you to a more effective, less wasteful replacement for your favorite face masks… the Reusable Silicone Sheet Mask Set for Face + Eyes from Province Apothecary!

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3 Tips For Dealing With Stress Around The Holidays

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3 Tips For Dealing With Stress Around The Holidays

While the holiday season can come with a lot of joy, it’s not always the most pleasant time for everyone. Spending time with family and friends can be overwhelming, emotionally draining, and downright stressful for many people. This isn’t to say that you don’t love your family and friends—these feelings aren’t mutually exclusive—but it could mean that you’re heading into the holidays feeling tense and apprehensive. If you are, don’t worry, I’m here to help you!

The goal of this week’s blog post is to help you get ahead of these feelings and give you a few tips that will allow you to make the holidays as happy and stress-free as possible.

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