For the first time in history, the Oxford English Dictionary's word of the year was selected by the public, and an overwhelming majority voted for the term "goblin mode."
Headlines for a healthier you | | Goblin Mode Is Oxford's Word of the Year | | For the first time in history, the Oxford English Dictionary's word of the year was selected by the public, and an overwhelming majority voted for the term "goblin mode." The dictionary defines the term as "a type of behavior which is unapologetically self-indulgent, lazy, slovenly, or greedy, typically in a way that rejects social norms or expectations." But what does that look like in practice? | Know More | Going "goblin mode" almost seems like you don't care about any societal expectations. You can indulge in your vices, like maintaining a bad posture, eating junk food nonstop, or staying in bed all day. | Feel Better | Experts say goblin mode is not necessarily negative—it's a kind of self preservation. The pandemic has brought about so much distress that some people feel fed up with putting on a show. As long as the self indulgence is within reason, embracing our inner goblin can help establish healthy boundaries. | | | | What Else Should You Know | | How to Plan a Holiday Gathering With Immunocompromised Guests | If you're hosting a guest who's considered high risk for COVID-19, make sure to ask all your visitors to take COVID-19 precautions ahead of the gathering. This includes getting the updated booster, as well as testing and masking in public spaces before the event. | | | | | Celine Dion Is Diagnosed With Stiff Person Syndrome | The singer Celine Dion announced that she is diagnosed with stiff person syndrome (SPS), a rare neurological disorder that causes muscle spasms and rigidity. Dion said she hasn't been able to use her vocal cords to sing the way she used to. But she's currently taking a break from performing and working with a sports medicine specialist to rebuild strength. | | | | | | In Other News | | | | |
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