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As 2019 comes to a close, the country superstar reflects on what just may have been her happiest year yet—and opens up about her cute (younger!) husband and brand-new album.
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What every woman needs to know, according to legal experts.
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It sends more than 20,000 people to the emergency room each year.
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"Wellness" trends have officially gone too far.Ā 

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At 22, Ashley Ringstaff went to aĀ doctor complaining of constant facial numbness and tingling. She was given a prescription for antidepressants and sent on her way.Ā 
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You definitely don't need a gym membership for this one.Ā 
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Join us as we prove that #WomenRunTheWorld.
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The secret to writer Olivia Muenter's happinessĀ was changing why she works out.

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ā€œMy bathroom is filled with tinctures, tonics, creams, lotions, potions, and oils.ā€
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Maybe don't stock up on steaks and hot dogs quite yet.Ā 
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Janira Obregon is smashing beauty standards.
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I was neverĀ feminine, so BarbieĀ made me feel like an outcast.Ā 
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"I wish I saw more bodies like mine when I was younger."

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ā€œPeople say, ā€˜Oh you’re young, you can’t be that stressed,’ but that’s not true.ā€
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Her life’s mantra can be applied to so many different situations.Ā Ā 
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I felt like I was holding onto our memories all by myself.
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The best part: You can get them at any drugstore.
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"It’s about allowing other people to see me and be encouraged."

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