Why Ruthie Lindsey Believes We Are ALL Capable of Healing + Finding Our Purpose

Sep 15, 2020

Why Ruthie Lindsey Believes We Are ALL Capable of Healing + Finding Our Purpose

You know when you meet someone and just feel tremendous amounts of joy and support emanating from them, even through a screen? That's what it was like when I sat down to interview writer, designer, all-around creative human Ruthie Lindsey.

In this edition of Creative Crushin', I'm deeply honored to share more about Ruthie's creative process, what motivates her, how she is handling pandemic life, and what inspired her to share her story of healing with the world.

Anjelika Temple here, co-founder of Brit + Co, human who has lived with chronic physical pain for most of my life, and someone who feels so grateful to have received Ruthie's book There I Am right at the beginning of the pandemic.

Before we get to the interview, a little more about Ruthie's journey.

At seventeen years old, Ruthie Lindsey was hit by an ambulance outside of a gas station in rural Louisiana. She broke her neck, punctured her lungs, and ruptured her spleen. Doctors performed a spinal cord fusion using wire and miraculously, she walked out of the hospital within a month.

Only a few years later, newly married and settling into adulthood, a simple turn of her head left her body riddled with chronic pain. Her case confounded medical professionals and in the months that followed, she became addicted to narcotic painkillers, depressed, and bedridden. After dozens of visits to specialists and surgeons, a doctor discovered that the wire holding her neck together was piercing her brain stem. Without another surgery, she would be paralyzed.

As she prepared for the procedure, her father passed away suddenly, her marriage began to collapse, and she surrendered her spirit to dependency and suffering. The surgery repaired her spine but she still felt broken, inside and out, until she chose to change her narrative.

Ruthie went home to the same town where she almost lost her life. She decided to learn joy again, to retrain her spirit to soothe her physical pain, to salvage strength from her suffering. She traded fentanyl for sunsets and morphine for picking wildflowers on the side of the road. Ruthie stopped using her body as a hiding place and started using it as her bridge to connect with the world.

Read on to learn more about Ruthie, her story, and why she wants everyone to know that they are worthy, deserving and capable of healing.

Anjelika Temple: Your journey is beyond inspiring. Overcoming unexpected challenges, unbearable physical pain, heartbreak and loss — talk to me a little bit more about how all these things came together to help you find your voice and your mission.

Ruthie Lindsey: Yeah. I mean, a lot did happen. A beautiful thing about perspective, you know, is being able to look back. It was interesting writing my book, because you have to re-traumatize yourself and go back in so viscerally. And because our brains don't know time, you don't know that you're not going through those things. Your body doesn't know that you're not back in those experiences, I had to relive going through my car accident, and relive living in my bed for seven years, and relive finding out about the wire in my brainstem, and relive burying my daddy, and going through this divorce.

At the time, I felt very abandoned. I felt very left behind. There was a lot of entitlement in my pain. I would think, this can't be my life. I felt very sorry for myself and just couldn't see outside of my pain. But all of those things, all of those traumatic, painful things all became the invitations and entry points for me to ultimately come home to myself and do this healing work that I think we're all so deserving of.

If my life had turned out the way that I planned and thought, I never would have woken up. I would have never come into my own consciousness. I never would have gone so deep into this healing journey. I know that I am getting to be a more wholehearted version of why I came here to do this work, not despite my pain, but because of it. Again, I don't know why the universe is set up in that way, but I think it's designed to allow our souls to expand, and ultimately to come home to ourselves. And now, all of it, it was like, that all had to happen for me to wake up. I wouldn't change any of it. It was so painful and so hard, and now my life is really beautiful and really full. And it can be a "both and", you know?

Anj: What advice do you have for creatives who are searching for their voice, for their purpose?

Ruthie: I think we all have something to say, and we all have a voice. That might just be in your home, it doesn't have to be on this big grand stage. But you are meant to be here. And you are worthy, and you're deserving. Your words, your voice matter. I think it all comes back to beginning with radical acceptance and self love, and understanding that you have something of value to bring to this world. You have something that is so needed and so worthy and so deserving. That's been so much of my journey of unlearning and remembering. I grew up in a church that said I was a depraved broken wretch, and I sang hymns singing those words, you know? I held onto that and believed it.

So much of it is self love and just radical tender self acceptance. I do so many practices to come home to myself and to love on myself, and give myself tenderness and kindness and compassion. The more I do that, the more I realize it's empowering, right? Because then when you're standing in that place of knowing, connecting to source energy and that light, that divine light that's within all of us, then you step into your power. And not the patriarchal way, but in the loving way. Like, oh, I have something to give here.

Anj: What do you love most about writing and sharing your vision and story with the world?

Ruthie: I don't love anything about writing. It's my actual f*cking nightmare. I hate it. It's so painful and so hard. And the most loving thing I've done for myself. Because it gives me space to feel my feelings that I want to avoid at all costs. It's painful. It's super painful, but it also, it's what brings things up to be healed.

It's the deepest healing journey that I've ever been on so far. My book changed so drastically in writing it. I sold a book to Simon and Schuster called Salvaged, Building a Beautiful Life with Broken Parts, because I thought I was broken. I started doing this work and it was so miserable, and I was so not okay that I dove in. Because I was so not okay. I dove in out of desperation, honestly, into the deepest healing work that I've ever done in my whole entire life. It's that remembering of what is so right with us and not what's wrong with us.

Anj: As someone who really does put forth your authentic voice, you're an artist, writer, human, you're trying new things. How do you strike the balance between your own mental health and the pressure to be productive?

Ruthie: That is such a great question. I think it's always this both, and. There have been times where I've had to check in with myself and push myself to be productive and do things that I didn't feel like doing.

I delete Instagram. I delete it all the time and that feels like love to me. It feels like I give away so much of myself. I wrote this book. I share a lot of myself. I used to feel the pressure of, I need to post this often, I need to do this and I need to do that. And I'm like, says who? That's no one's law. That's not a rule. You need to take care of yourself. I've taken a lot of me time. I spend a lot of time in the woods alone. I delete social media. I delete it often. And that feels like self care.

Now in a pandemic, we're in this freaking pressure cooker and it's bringing a lot of stuff up. I hadn't been home this long in, I don't know. I think my body wanted to rest, wanted to sleep. I don't have to be pushing out material all the time. One of my spiritual coaches was saying, we have to think about different seasons of life, like seasons of weather. You might be in a fall season right now where it's literally just letting things go and then things will regenerate and produce. Give yourself a break. You don't have to jump back into a new project to be producing just to be productive. I've had to fight that nagging question, "am I being lazy?" Just get over it and give yourself compassion and love and tenderness.

Anj: How do you reset? What does that even look like for you now in the pandemic and normally?

Ruthie: Yeah, for me always being in nature. I feel so much flow for me that happens when I just walk in nature. And also meditation. When I get still. Like right now I'm doing a 120 day meditation where if you skip a day, you have to start over. I gave myself that practice because I was avoiding it. I was avoiding going inside, you know? And it's always so loving. It's so loving to connect with that light and that divinity and that stillness, and getting in the present. It's so easy to stay disassociated or future tripping about what's coming up. Or regretting and mulling over what happened instead of just being here. When I allow myself to be in the present and connect within, that's where I'm connecting to source energy.

Anj: People need people, especially those of us in the creative field. It can be easy to hole up in the work. Tell me more what your support system and creative community looks like, now, and then also in "normal" life.

Ruthie: I am so fortunate. I really am. I think my one truest spiritual gift is collecting amazing souls. I was so blessed from the get go. In school I had such severe learning disabilities, sitting in the classroom was such a nightmare. Nailed the playground, that was just my zone, you know? And so I think that's part of just my makeup, but I also really do believe in the law of attraction. I believe we get back what we get out. If you want amazing friends, you have to be an amazing friend. I think energetically the state that you're in is how you draw in people that are doing and thinking through similar things. My friends are on the journey, and we might be in different stages of it, but everyone's on the journey of self awakening, and coming home, and healing, and doing this really enlightening work.

I glean so much from them and they get to glean from me too. It's a very beautiful, enriching experience. My friends really do make me better. They make you want to be better. We hold each other at a higher vibration and I think my best friend Jed said it so well, different friends hold different keys to you, and to your heart.

I want to be around friends that are expansive, not constricting. There are people where you feel like, that just drained me. That didn't feel good. And I want to be a life giving friend. I want to be an expansive friend. And I think my friends long to do the same thing too. My friendships are foundation for me.

Anj: If you could give your younger self a pep talk, what would it sound like?

Ruthie: So much of my journey has been going back in. Some of it's been re-parenting and showing up for myself in those times and saying to myself... I wouldn't try to go change anything, ever. Ever. I just go back in and tell myself, you are so loved. You are so good. And you are so worthy. And you are so deserving. And you're exactly where you're supposed to be.

We can literally go back in and give ourselves love. I think I've so fallen in love with that girl that I was, that was on every drug under the sun and ruined a marriage and made so many mistakes. I had to go through that. It's so unbelievably hard, like earth school's so fucking hard. But it's also beautiful. It's both and. I would not change one thing. I just lavish her with so much love and promise her that I'll never leave her.

For more soul-filling inspiration, read Ruthie's book, There I Am: The Journey from Hopelessness to Healing and follow her on Instagram @ruthielindsey.

The Theragun Is The Best At-Home Treatment For Back Pain I’ve Ever Tried

I’ve done everything in my power to try to alleviate my back pain — stretching, self-massaging, hot baths, self-cracking my bones (don’t come for me), yoga — but nothing has truly given me the relief I've been looking for more than the Theragun.

And it’s not just my back pain that irks me. It's symptoms of tech neck from working long days at my desk (or, more often than not, my couch), muscle soreness from indoor bouldering 3-4 times a week, and honestly, the movement everyday life requires, like walking my dog and taking care of household chores that mandate multiple trips up and down three flights of stairs in my old sans-elevator apartment building.

What Does The Theragun Do?

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The Theragun (more specifically, the Prime model) claims to provide a multitude of benefits. According to Therabody, the Theragun Prime can:

Relieve pain and soreness
Reduce tightness and tension
Accelerate recovery
Improve circulation and flexibility

All great stuff, right? After seeing and reading lots of rave reviews about this beloved percussive therapy tool, I just had to put it to the test.

Can The Theragun Help With Back Pain?

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More than anything, I was concerned with two major problems – back pain and muscle soreness – I hoped the Theragun would help with. I attribute a majority of my back pain to a slight bout of scoliosis along with an unfortunate compression fracture I experienced a couple of years ago. These two reasons are likely to have exacerbated my tech neck aches, too. I’m talkin’ stiffness around my entire neck and some chronically achy traps.

Piling on my passion for indoor bouldering only adds to the discomfort: sore forearms, lats, and calves and sharp knots along my shoulder blades. The sport requires that I put my body in all sorts of odd positions, use my muscles to sustain those unnatural stances, and brace for 6-foot falls (albeit safely, on well-padded floors). Needless to say, it all takes a physical toll.

After just a week of use and 5- to 10-minute-long sessions a day, the Theragun Prime has significantly lessened that burden and provided my back and upper body muscles with some super satisfying relief.

Here’s my full review, including what I loved and everything I didn’t.

Day 1

Meredith Holser

My trial began with lots of sharp pain between my shoulder blades, which I was worried about not being able to reach with the Theragun on my own without someone else to help me. My worries instantly melted away after giving it a go, though – the patented triangular handle design (which claims to help you reach “80% of your body with multiple hand positions”) helped me quickly locate the most painful points in between my shoulder blades. Not only was I able to accurately pinpoint my discomfort, even the lowest of the 5 available speed settings delivered immediate relaxation. I was shocked at just how powerful this tool was!

I felt like a crazy woman in my apartment, groaning alone out of relief, but it felt so good. I also noticed that my back felt warmed after use, which I observed as the improved circulation the Theragun claims to encourage.

Days 2-4

Meredith Holser

My shoulder blade pain carried on into day 2, along with some insane forearm soreness from bouldering. I took the Theragun to my arms at the lowest speed and found the same instant relief I did with my shoulder blades.

I repeated a routine of running the tool along my shoulder blades, entire back, and arms for days 3 and 4, too. By day 4, I could tell that the most painful points weren’t as sore as they were before I started my Theragun trial.

Day 5

Meredith Holser

Day 5 was quite the opposite, though. I had attended a concert the night prior, and I think standing hours on hard floors reawakened every stiffness, soreness, and sharp pain I had been experiencing before. I woke up feeling geriatric as ever (I’m freakin’ 25, for crying out loud!) and knew I’d have to try out the Theragun on my screaming lower back and sore calves.

My neck felt extremely tweaked, too, likely from sleeping on it in a less-than-ideal position (tummy sleepers, unite). I went at all of these areas with the Theragun’s wide-set dampener attachment as I had the 4 days before, but turned the tool up to a higher speed. Oh, it felt like heaven! Again, I was surprised by how powerful of a punch the tool provided. It felt like a luxe massage technique, all possible by my hands.

Targeting my body more globally felt really nice at the faster setting, up until I was hitting my neck. The tool had a very heavy vibration that viciously rattled my teeth, ears, and eyes, which honestly distracted me from the relief I was looking for in the neck and traps area.

Days. 6-7

Meredith Holser

I was met with sore legs from a long bike ride and even more bouldering-induced stiffness on days 6 and 7. I found similar relief to what I experienced the week prior and was able to relax really well after a long, activity-filled weekend. I also tested out the multiple attachments the Theragun Prime came with on my neck and traps, like the thumb and cone toppers, which are sharper-shaped to hit more specific trigger points. I found these more-targeted attachments way more effective than the rounder dampener and ball, which didn't do as great a job at getting into the deep-set knots I deal with.

Theragun Review: The Results!

Meredith Holser

While I can’t claim my back pain and sore muscles are entirely gone with the help of the Theragun Prime, I can say that they’re noticeably lessened after 7 days of consistent use. I think it’s a very effective way to relieve any pains and aches you may be dealing with, especially if you have tried all other avenues of pain reduction.

It was easy and intuitive to use myself, and I really enjoyed the range of relief I got from the tool, thanks to the customizable attachments and varying speed settings. The only quirk I didn’t quite like was the intensely distracting vibration that occurred in my head when I brought it up to my upper neck and traps.

Therabody

Theragun Prime

At an original price point of $299 (it’s also HSA and FSA-friendly!), I certainly understand it can be a steep investment for some, but given that the average cost of a massage or chiropractic visit hits around $100 (sometimes more), I believe the Theragun offers comparable relief to those methods.

Plus, you can use it anytime you like, as opposed to having to wait weeks for an appointment. It definitely is not a dependable replacement for more serious structural or muscular issues (which experts can better address), but it’s certainly appropriate for tackling everyday tightness, soreness, knots, and more.

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Your Solar Eclipse In Aries Horoscope Is Here — & Brings "Bold" New Beginnings For These Signs

Get ready, starlights! It’s time to turn over a new leaf. Cosmically, the past few weeks have been a whirlwind, but we're finally stepping off March’s cosmic rollercoaster — hang in there!

The Solar Eclipse in Aries on March 29 at 6:57 am EST marks the beginning of a new era filled with ambition and optimism. As land-locked as you may have felt these last few weeks, this lunation will stir up your confidence, fueling your drive to push forward. It is best to analyze and not go through your goals just yet. April 2025 is the month to begin setting intentions — wait for it. Any new ideas that surface now are worth noting — this eclipse initiates a new cycle worth considering these next six months. To learn more about what the cosmos has in store for you during this last solar eclipse in Aries, read on for your sun, moon, and rising sign's horoscope!

Scroll to see your zodiac sign's horoscope for the Solar Eclipse in Aries...

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Solar Eclipses generally send out chaotic, unpredictable energy, making it an unstable time for setting intentions or calling things in. Instead, focus on reflection and evaluating your current processes. The best way to work with this energy is by observing what needs to shift, releasing attachments to outdated ambitions, and allowing space for what is to come.

To honor this eclipse, try a candle meditation, but remember that this is not for manifesting. Light a red or gold candle as a symbolic act of making peace with the past while igniting the inner fire that will propel you forward. As you focus on the flame, visualize shedding the weight of old cycles, embracing personal growth, and building clarity on what lies ahead. This practice will align you with the upcoming wave of ambition without the risk of rushing into impulsive decisions.

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This eclipse also signals a revelation period. Over the next six months, new information regarding your goals, ambitions, and direction will surface. Keep a journal or document what percolates your consciousness, and revisit it in late September 2025. What emerges now is worth holding onto, as it will embed in your subconscious, subtly guiding your success.

The most notable moment during this eclipse is its supportive sextile with Pluto, which provides an extra boost for transformation and openness to change. However, with Mercury retrograde in play, careful planning is essential. While this energy calls for forward movement, the retrograde influence urges you to be mindful of old habits or outdated goals that could resurface. Conscious awareness, focused determination, and attention to detail will ensure success.

Which signs will experience growth and opportunity during the Solar Eclipse?

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The signs most impacted are Aries, Libra, Capricorn, and Cancer, as well as those with placements between 4-14 degrees in any sign.

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How The Solar Eclipse Will Impact Each Sign:

Aries (March 21 – April 19)

This solar eclipse marks a profound personal reset. A fresh start in your identity, goals, and self-expression is unfolding, guiding you toward newfound confidence. You are stepping into a bolder version of yourself—ready to take charge and embrace new beginnings. Over the next six months, expect a transformation in presenting yourself to the world and pursuing your dreams.

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Taurus (April 20 – May 20)

This eclipse activates your inner world, signaling a rebirth in your spiritual journey. Pay attention to intuitive nudges and hidden insights that surface now. A deep sense of renewal is emerging, but before leaping into action, allow yourself space to rest, reflect, and integrate new wisdom.

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Gemini (May 21 – June 20)

New beginnings in your social life and aspirations take center stage. A shift in friendships, networking opportunities, or collaborations could set the stage for long-term success. Whether stepping into a new community or powering up your future goals, trust the process and let things unfold organically.

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Cancer (June 22 – July 22)

Your career and public life are under the spotlight. This eclipse could bring a fresh opportunity, a shift in professional direction, or a newfound sense of purpose. However, with Mercury retrograde in motion, be patient when signing contracts or making long-term commitments — clarity will come soon.

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Leo (July 23 – August 22)

A fresh start in education, travel, or personal beliefs is within reach. You may feel the pull toward expanding your horizons, whether through a new study, an international opportunity, or a personal philosophy shift. This is an exciting time, but let ideas marinate before launching something new.

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Virgo (August 23 – September 22)

Shared resources, emotional depth, and financial matters are in focus. This eclipse encourages transformation in navigating intimacy, investments, or joint ventures. Be mindful of financial decisions or contracts during Mercury retrograde, ensuring everything aligns with your long-term security.

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Libra (September 23 – October 22)

A significant relationship cycle is beginning. Whether in love or business, new connections are forming, and existing relationships are evolving. However, with Mercury still retrograde, give things time to unfold before making long-term commitments—what you truly desire will become clearer in the coming months.

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Scorpio (October 23 - November 21)

A fresh start in work, wellness, and daily habits is on the horizon. Whether it's a new job, a refined health routine, or a shift in priorities, this eclipse invites you to take charge of your daily life. Allow space for adjustments, as the retrograde influence suggests fine-tuning before fully committing.

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Sagittarius (November 21 – December 21)

Creativity, romance, and self-expression are taking center stage. This eclipse signals the beginning of an exciting new chapter in love or personal projects. Since Mercury retrograde is in motion, avoid rushing into new endeavors—let inspiration flow naturally before making major leaps.

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Capricorn (December 21 – January 19)

A fresh start in home life, emotional well-being, or family matters is emerging. Whether it’s a relocation, a new family dynamic, or a deeper emotional reset, this eclipse brings clarity to your personal foundations. Take your time before making major household decisions, as Mercury retrograde asks for careful planning.

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Aquarius (January 20 – February 19)

Your confidence in communication is growing, and this eclipse opens new doors for sharing your voice. A new project, writing endeavor, or community connection may emerge, but with Mercury retrograde still in motion, be mindful of timing. Gather your thoughts and refine your message before making big announcements.

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Pisces (February 20 – March 21)

This eclipse elevates your self-worth, finances, and overall security. A fresh start in money matters and personal value systems is in the works. However, with Mercury retrograde in the mix, avoid impulsive investments or major purchases—wait for more clarity before making financial commitments.

Approach This Solar Eclipse With Awareness

This Solar Eclipse marks a cosmic reset, offering the chance to understand your core priorities, ambition, transformation, and new possibilities. Instead of manifesting, focus on reflection, releasing the past, and preparing for what’s next.

New insights will emerge in the coming months, shedding light on your goals' direction. Check in with your journal or reflect on what has been stirring in your consciousness now, then revisit it in late September 2025. By then, the pieces of the puzzle will be clearer, and your subconscious will have already laid the foundation for success.

Want to unlock your Celestial Self? The Solar Eclipse is a time of transformation—discover how your Moon sign shapes your emotions, intuition, and self-love with Lumi's latest guide!

For more astrology advice, be sure to Ask Lumi here and follow the convo on Facebook!

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Is Butter Bad For You? Here's The Number 1 Way It's Impacting Your Health

There's nothing more tasty than a fresh slice of buttered sourdough in the morning. But new research suggests you might want to pass on this delicacy to extend your longevity. So isbutter bad for you? Here's what recent studies found!

Scroll to see how your bread & butter intake may be impacting your health!

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A recent study conducted by Harvard University and Mass General Brigham found that people who consumed more butter had a 15% higher risk of early death compared to those who used it in moderation. On the flip side, people who preferred plant oils had a 16% lower risk of mortality.

The results shed light on the ongoing question of whether butter or plant-based oils are the better choice for your health. Sadly for butter lovers, the findings suggest that replacing even two teaspoons of butter with the same amount of plant oil could lower the risk of early death by approximately 17%.

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For the study, the research team examined dietary data from three major studies: the Nurses' Health Study, Nurses' Health Study II, and the Health Professionals Follow-Up Study. They tracked over 220,000 Americans' butter consumption, including for both cooking and spreading, as well as their intake of various plant oils, like olive, soybean, canola, corn, and safflower oils.

Over the course of 33 years, the researchers gathered this information via food surveys every four years. Then, they used the data to calculate averages and gain a clearer picture of eating habits.

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A total of 50,932 deaths occurred throughout the study, with 12,241 from cancer and 11,240 from heart disease. The team adjusted for variables such as age, physical activity, weight, alcohol consumption, and smoking, which revealed a distinct trend.

Higher butter intake was associated with increased death rates; meanwhile, higher consumption of plant oils was tied to lower death rates. However, not all plant oils had the same effect, as corn and safflower oils showed no significant benefits.

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Still, increasing plant oil intake by roughly two tablespoons a day was linked to an 11% reduction in cancer death risk and a 6% decrease in the risk of dying from heart disease.

"Replacing three small pats of butter (approximately 15 grams) with one tablespoon of plant-based oil (approximately 15 grams) in the daily diet could contribute to lowering the risk of premature mortality," the team wrote.

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Now, this doesn't mean you need to cut out butter entirely. In fact, the study actually found that butter used for baking or frying wasn't strongly linked to mortality risk. This may be because it's used in smaller quantities or less often.

Butter being spread directly on foods, like bread, showed the strongest connection. So, the researchers suggest making small switches, like swapping out butter for olive oil or canola oil, to maintain taste and enhance your health.

"Even cutting back butter a little and incorporating more plant-based oils into your daily diet can have meaningful long-term health benefits," concluded Dr. Daniel Wang of Harvard's Department of Nutrition.

To read the study's complete findings published in JAMA Internal Medicine, visit the link here.

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The Top 10 Most-Watched Netflix Shows To Watch This Weekend

Netflix's March shows brought us ton of incredible titles like The Residence and With Love, Meghan, but those are only two of the buzzy series you can watch right now. Audiences can't get enough of these top Netflix shows — and they make for the perfect weekend watch. Stop scrolling and start enjoying!

Here are the top Netflix shows on March 28, including Adolescence and The Residence.

1. Adolescence

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In this Netflix show, 13-year-old Jamie Miller is arrested when a girl at his school winds up dead. But the most shocking part for a lot of viewers? Each episode is done in one shot.

Adolescence stars Owen Cooper, Stephen Graham, Ashley Walters, and Erin Doherty.

2. The Residence

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Coming in at number 2 is The Residence, which is a wacky whodunnit that takes place during a White House state dinner. Viewers are saying it gave them the same thrill as Knives Out, which is a VERY high recommendation in my book.

The Residence stars Uzo Aduba, Randall Park, Giancarlo Esposito, Edwina Findley, Molly Griggs, Jason Lee, Ken Marino, Al Mitchell, Dan Perrault, Bronson Pinchot, Julieth Restrepo, Mel Rodriguez, Susan Kelechi Watson, Isiah Whitlock Jr., and Mary Wiseman.

3. Million Dollar Secret

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Top Netflix show Million Dollar Secret is a reality competition that brings 12 strangers to a lakeside estate. One of the 12 will receive $1 million upon arrival, and they get to keep it as long as no one discovers who's got the cash.

Million Dollar Secret is hosted by Peter Serafinowicz.

4. Harlan Coben's Caught

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Harlan Coben's Caught follows Ema Garay, an Argentinian journalist that exposes criminals who get away with their crimes. And her newfound friendship with Leo Mercer gets upended when he becomes the prime suspect in her latest investigation.

Harlan Coben's Caught stars Soledad Villamil, Juan Minujín, and Alberto Ammann.

5. Gold & Greed: The Hunt For Fenn's Treasure

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This docuseries revolves around a treasure supposedly hidden in the mountains outside of Santa Fe — and the poem that holds the key to their location. And one community of treasure hunters are determined to find the truth.

Gold & Greed: The Hunt For Fenn's Treasure is a top Netflix show right now.

6. Survival of the Thickest season 2

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Survival of the Thickest season 2 is finally here — and it's already a top Netflix show! Mavis is juggling her life, her styling business, and her new singleness, and she's doing it with the people she loves.

Survival of the Thickest stars Michelle Buteau, Tone Bell, and Christine Horn.

7. Chelsea Handler: The Feeling

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Chelsea Handler is exploring it all in this Netflix comedy special: unusual encounters, her first adventures in business, and even her own birth.

Chelsea Handler: The Feeling is hosted by Chelsea Handler.

8. Temptation Island

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Four couples are walking onto an island in this top Netflix show, and a group of singles awaits them. How many couples are going to walk back out? You'll have to watch and see.

The original Temptation Island couples include Alexa and Lino, Shanté and Brion, Tyler and Tayler, and Ashley and Grant.

9. Weak Hero

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Intelligent Yeon Shi-eun is much more than just a student. And thanks to his mind and his tools, he's able to fight against the violence closing in around him.

Weak Hero stars Park Ji-hoon, Choi Hyun-wook, and Hong Kyung.

10. Running Point

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It's not too late to watch this Netflix show, which follows Isla on her journey as the new President of the Los Angeles Waves basketball team. It's funny! It's heartfelt! It's worth a watch!

Running Point stars Kate Hudson, Brenda Song, Drew Tarver, Scott MacArthur, Fabrizio Guido, Toby Sandeman, Chet Hanks, Max Greenfield, Keyla Monterroso Mejia, Roberto Sanchez, Uche Agada, and Dane DiLiegro.

Check out The 9 Best TV Shows To Watch On Netflix This Month for more!

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Our Favorite Home Finds Are in Amazon's Big Spring Sale

Amazon's Big Spring Sale is finally here, and there's no better time to upgrade your space. Whether you're looking for quirky vinyl coasters that look like mini records or chic and compact storage solutions, we've got you covered. Read on to discover some of our favorite home finds in this year's sale.

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These Vinyl Coasters Are Perfect For The Music Fan

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These six coasters are sure to bring a smile to anyone's face but the vintage vinyl design is just perfect for music lovers. They come in a cute record player holder and reviewers say they're really well made and absorbent.

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