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The holidays are over, the credit card bill just hit, and the sun sets at 4:47 p.m. If you’re feeling more drained than motivated right now, there’s a biological reason: Research shows that mood-regulating serotonin activity drops during darker months, while melatonin production increases. In other words, your body is telling you to slow down just when society tells you to hustle harder.

That tension is exactly why January is one of the hardest times to overhaul your life. You’re running on fumes, adjusting to less light, and the “New Year, New You” pressure isn’t helping. The last thing you need is another list of generic advice you’ve heard a thousand times.

Thriveworks asked 15 mental health professionals what they actually tell clients (and do themselves) to get through this month. Whether you’re craving rest or desperately need stimulation, there’s something here for you.

1. Your brain is wired to slow down in winter. It’s not laziness.

Feelings of low energy, mood shifts, and wanting more alone time during darker, colder months are completely normal reactions to changes in daylight. Serotonin production drops, melatonin increases, and your circadian rhythm shifts. Instead of fighting it, practice self-compassion: These seasonal fluctuations are common, predictable, and not signs you’re doing something wrong.

– Monica Cwynar, licensed clinical social worker at Thriveworks

2. Skip the resolutions. Try reflection instead.

January is an ideal time for reflection, not forced action. Instead of jumping into change, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) encourages using mindful awareness to understand what your feelings might be telling you about your values. Try asking yourself:

• When did I feel most alive, present, or fulfilled this past year?
• Where do I feel sadness, guilt, comparison, or judgment?
• What might these emotions reveal about what matters most to me?

This isn’t about creating resolutions. It’s about identifying what genuinely matters to you before deciding whether (or how) to act.

– Carissa Gustafson, Ph.D., clinical psychologist and author of “Reclaim Your Life: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy in 7 Weeks”

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3. Treat January like a season of intentional softness.

January is basically the Monday of the year. My advice? Stop trying to “power through” like it’s a moral achievement. Instead, treat winter like a season of intentional softness. Light the candles. Wear the fleece. Say no more often.

I tell my clients

The Golden Globes are eagerly anticipated every year by stars and fans alike as the world waits to see who will take home the coveted awards. Established in 1944 by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, the awards were created to recognize achievements in entertainment for both foreign and domestic films and television. It started as a more casual affair, taking place at 20th Century Fox Studios as an informal lunch, but has evolved into a prestigious and significant event.

In addition to the Golden Globe awards, the HFPA also created the Cecil B. DeMille Award, first presented to the director and producer in 1952 and honoring outstanding contributions to the entertainment industry. Winners of Cecil B. DeMille awards include Hollywood legends Judy Garland, Alfred Hitchcock, and Walt Disney.

The Globes also had a special Henrietta Award, created in 1951 for the Foreign Press Association of Hollywood’s World Film Favorite Festival, that became part of the Globes in 1954 until it was retired in 1980. Winners have included Sophia Loren, Jane Fonda, and John Travolta. More recently, the Globes created the Carol Burnett Award, which honors excellence in television. It was presented to Burnett at the 2019 awards ceremony, and 2023’s honoree will be actor and comedian Eddie Murphy.

Actors, writers, and directors all vie to be recognized, and a Golden Globe nomination or win is considered a high achievement. As we await the results of this year’s award show, which takes place on Jan. 11, Stacker looked at who has won the most Golden Globes in Hollywood history. Using 2025 data collected from the Golden Globes website, we compiled wins and nominations for the most decorated actors of all time, ranking them by wins, with ties broken by nominations. Lifetime achievement awards or similar honors were not included.

#22. Robin Williams

– Wins: 4
– Nominations: 10

Beloved funnyman Robin Williams got his start on the television series “Mork and Mindy.” Williams’ portrayal of a quirky alien from another galaxy netted him his first win. He went on to enjoy a long career in film, with multiple nominations and awards for his performances in movies such as 1987’s “Good Morning, Vietnam” and the 1993 comedy “Mrs. Doubtfire.”

#21. Peter O’Toole

– Wins: 4
– Nominations: 11

British-born actor Peter O’Toole was dashing in the classic 1962 film “Lawrence of Arabia,” for which he won his first Golden Globe as New Star of the Year. O’Toole received awards for his roles in other iconic films, such as 1965’s “Beckett” and 1968’s “The Lion in Winter.” 

#20. James Garner

– Wins: 4
– Nominations: 12

James Garner’s long history of Golden Globe wins and nominations started in 1958 when he won New Star of the Year for his role in the movie “Sayonara,” in which he starred with Marlon Brando and Red Buttons. Garner eventually moved to the small screen, where he became well known for his roles in the series “The Rockford Files” and “Maverick.” He was nominated multiple times for Best Actor awards for both series, but didn’t win another Golden Globe until his 1986 performance in the limited series “Promise.”

#19. Michael J. Fox

– Wins: 4
– Nominations: 13

Michael J. Fox became a household name during his tenure on the hit television series 

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When you’re updating or renovating your home, it’s easy to get lost in endless interior choices as you search for what will suit your new style decisions. But while it’s important to have a clear plan in place for redoing your house, overlooking the exterior needs of your home is a common mistake.

Considering new modern garage door designs when upgrading your home can offer many potential benefits. A stylish new garage door can make your home stand out to potential buyers or completely redefine its look. Whether it’s a natural wood look or a new twist on a timeless classic style, the right choice will improve curb appeal, stop people in their tracks and even help you highlight the garage space in the best possible way.

Deciding on the best garage door style for modern home decor is a crucial decision. Not only does it set the tone for how others perceive your home, but it also defines the feel, comfort and enjoyment of your entire garage space.

For many people, understanding what matters most to them when buying a new garage door can be difficult. While many garage door companies work hard to ensure clients find the perfect option for their specific needs, it’s important to know what those actual needs are before making a final choice.

How do you know which option will turn heads and exude that new style you’ve been daydreaming about? This guide by Marvin’s Garage Doors explores some of the best garage door styles for modern homes that need an upgrade.

What to Consider When Choosing the Right Style of Garage Door

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Choosing the right kind of garage door to suit a modern home depends on several things. Whether it’s to complement a new design idea or style change, or to increase curb appeal as you prepare to sell a home, it’s important to consider what’s important before making the final choice.

Below are some of the most critical things to think about before choosing a new style of garage door:

• Current home aesthetics: The style of any modern home will need to be considered. While you may have a specific door in mind already, it’s important to match the style of your garage door with the overall look of your home’s exterior.
• The direction of your home: It’s easy to forget this when choosing a new garage door, but consider which direction your doors will face. A house with doors facing east, west or south will likely encounter more sun exposure.
• Materials used: A durable material is important, but the right material for your

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When a driver is required to file an SR-22 insurance certificate, maintaining continuous coverage is essential. An SR-22 is a certificate of financial responsibility that proves a driver carries the minimum liability insurance required by the state. States vary in how they respond when that coverage lapses, creating meaningful differences in enforcement and consequences across the country.

A lapse can occur when an insurance policy expires, is canceled for nonpayment, or is not renewed in time. Because the SR-22 filing ties directly to the underlying policy, any interruption signals to the state that the driver no longer meets minimum financial responsibility requirements. Many states treat this as grounds for immediate action. Cheap Insurance reviews the essential steps to stay protected and keep costs low.

Zero Tolerance for Coverage Gaps

In some states, a lapse in SR-22 coverage carries strict consequences. Regulators and departments of motor vehicles treat any gap as a failure to maintain required liability coverage. This often results in automatic driver license suspension, vehicle registration suspension, additional reinstatement or administrative fees, or a requirement to restart the SR-22 filing period from the beginning.

States that generally follow a zero-tolerance enforcement approach include: 

California
Florida
Texas
Ohio
Illinois
Arizona
Nevada
New York
North Carolina
South Carolina
Michigan
Indiana
Missouri
Alabama
Louisiana

These states prioritize strict compliance and aim to ensure high-risk drivers remain continuously insured without interruption.

Administrative Penalties and Process-Based Enforcement

Other states impose penalties for SR-22 coverage lapses but do not always require drivers

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Los Angeles schools have lost thousands of immigrant students for years because of the city’s rising prices and falling birth rates — and now that trend has intensified after the “chilling effect” of this year’s federal immigration raids, district officials said.

This school year, the Los Angeles school district has lost more than 13,000 immigrant students, mostly Hispanic, school officials said, with students fleeing in the months since U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement stepped up activity in Los Angeles in March.

The nation’s second-largest district now enrolls about 62,000 English learners, according to new figures obtained by The 74, down from more than 75,000 immigrant students in the 2024-25 academic year.

The 74, source: Los Angeles Unified School District

“Some children are just choosing not to go back to school, especially those who are immigrants,” said Evelyn Aleman, founder of Our Voice, a parents’ group that advocates for L.A.’s Spanish-speaking and low-income families. “That’s because they know that immigrant children have been arrested or detained by ICE.”

In the 2018-19 academic year, the district enrolled more than 157,000 English learners. The downward trend of these students represents a stunning turnaround for a district that in 2003 was nearly half immigrant kids. It comes amid a districtwide decline in enrollment.

L.A. is not the only city seeing declines in immigrant enrollment since ICE cracked down. Denver, Miami and San Diego have also reported such losses.

Since January, school officials, municipal leaders and state lawmakers have sought to present a brave face against the immigration crackdowns promised by President Donald Trump. Even before the ICE raids began, they issued guidance, rolled out tools and policies and propos