Whether it’s TikTok or Instagram Shorts or the upcoming Vine reboot, modern social media seems ever-more intent on shredding whatever is left of your attention span. Making the most of your free time and protecting your mental health is absolutely vital, and the key might be the age-old hobby of jigsaw puzzles.
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My wife, Amanda, and I have both turned to jigsaw puzzles as a sort of digital detox and meditation-in-motion at the end of long, stressful days. It’s also a perfect activity for the holidays. Imagine cosying up at your table with a mug of something warm, free from work or school obligations, as the colder days turn to dusk outside.
Puzzles exist for every taste and age, as we found in our review of 80 different kinds. We narrowed it down to just six that we feel confident you’ll enjoy – from 1,000-piece Christmas scenes to wonderful wooden sets and a charming dinosaur puzzle for kids – and would also make excellent gifts.
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