Passion Project

Let's renovate your relationship. [For the best experience, read in browser.]( February 10, 2024 Good morning — and happy Lunar New Year! We have [the perfect dessert]( to help you celebrate. And if your weekend's all about the Super Bowl, we've also got [crowd-pleasing snacks for the game]( and a ranking of [the greatest halftime shows ever](. (If you're football-avoidant, you'll find something else to watch or read among [my latest recommendations](.) All that, plus [heartwarming advice for grandparents](, coming right up!   Passion Project [Hands tearing apart a paper heart]( KCM/Getty Images We're celebrating relationships in the lead-up to Valentine's Day, but as anyone who's in one knows, the happy stuff is only half of the story. Join us for an honest look at the challenging parts of finding your perfect match: - No one likes bickering with their partner, but conflict isn't all bad. Renowned relationship experts John and Julie Gottman explain [how fighting can be good for your relationship](. - But when things do get tense, it's important to play fair. Here are [5 things you should never say while arguing](. - We often think of infidelity as a death sentence for a couple — but is it? We asked therapists [whether there are any benefits to cheating](... and the answers will surprise you.   More Stories [Shopping bag from Saks Fifth Avenue]( Getty Images Puzzling packages: What if you ordered a $400 bottle of perfume and received a box of batteries instead? We're breaking down [the strange mix-ups happening at Saks Fifth Avenue]( (and the alleged theft behind them), plus four other stories that went viral this week. Let's get loose: Ryan Cooper is back with [a simple and effective stretching routine]( — and he's teaching it to none other than our very own John Molner! The real deal: In celebration of her birthday tomorrow, we fact-checked [five myths about Jennifer Aniston]( that have circulated in the tabloids for years. A closer look: Each year, approximately 177,000 adults aged 65 and older are hospitalized in the U.S. due to respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). [This patient's personal story]( is an important reminder of what a difference getting vaccinated can make.   The Grand Adventure [Illustration of an older woman speaking through a megaphone with flowers coming out of it]( KCM/Getty Images These clever and creative tips for being a fantastic grandparent — including [the one way you should never start a sentence]( — make for a sweet and informative read. They’re perfect for someone who’s about to welcome a grandchild (like me!), but they’ll definitely resonate if you’ve been “grand” for a while, too. [READ MORE](   Katie's Corner [The sunset in El Calafate, Argentina]( El Calafate, Argentina, Friday morning at 6:20 a.m. (KCM) Notes from Argentina: Molner and I are headed back to NYC after an incredible 10 days in this beautiful setting! I'll tell you all about it soon, but in the meantime, I couldn't wait to share [the fantastic books and TV]( that kept us entertained along the way. [READ MORE](   Year of the Dragon [Lunar New Year cake]( Peter Som We're celebrating Lunar New Year in style with [this delicious cake]( from culinary creator Peter Som. And here's a little secret: You could have gotten this recipe days early if you'd subscribed to [Good Taste, our brand-new cooking newsletter](. It hits inboxes every Thursday, so don't miss the next one! [SIGN UP FOR FREE](   Ask Katie Anything This week, I'm answering a letter from a Wake-Up Call reader with a very specific problem: "Now that my husband is retired (and home all the time), how can I reduce the stress I feel when he’s home with me (all the time)?" I feel like this is a common complaint. A friend of mine says, “I promised to love him for better or for worse, but not for lunch!” I'm sharing [advice for managing a slightly-too-present spouse](, plus a few ways to nurture a productive hobby after retirement. [READ MORE](   Before the Big Game [Buffalo chicken dip]( Super Bowls Fans of the Chiefs and the 49ers may be at odds this weekend, but everyone at your watch party will love these 7 simple snacks. [Read More »]( [Diana Ross, Bruce Springsteen, Lady Gaga]( Best of the Best While we wait to see what Usher has in store this year, check out our ranking of the 10 greatest halftime show performances of all time. [Read More »]( [Hand holding a remote in front of a TV]( Don't Change the Channel The commercials are almost as exciting as the game, and we've got a behind-the-scenes look at how these iconic ads are made. [Read More »](   On the Field This Sunday, 49ers safety Logan Ryan is hoping to score a third Super Bowl ring. But when he's not on the turf, he's tackling the mission of finding loving homes for pets through the Ryan Animal Rescue Foundation. Check out [my visit with the NFL star and his family]( (and their dogs Leo and Nala!) to learn more about this meaningful work. [WATCH HERE]( [Sponsored by Mars](   Just Trust Us Struggling to get a solid night's sleep? Allow us to suggest [this highly rated white noise machine](, which also includes 29 nature sounds that can be set to a timer. There's no app or subscription required (as is the case for some other brands), and it'll have you snoozing in no time. [TRY IT FOR YOURSELF](   It's Not Too Late [A speaker, a lip mask, a pair of headphones]( KCM Procrastinators, pay attention: Our carefully curated list of [last-minute Valentine's Day gifts]( is so good, the recipient will never know how long you waited to buy them. We've got plenty of finds you can score with quick shipping or pick up locally, or you could always try [a digital class taught by Jay Shetty]( that'll keep them learning all year long. [SHOP HERE](   [Know it all, and help your friends catch up, too. Share Wake-Up Call and you'll earn some superb swag.](   Thank you for reading Wake-Up Call and being part of our community! If you have questions or comments, drop us a line at info@katiecouric.com. See you next week! [Alternate text] Update your preferences or [unsubscribe]( If you buy something through this email, KCM may earn a commission. Katie Couric Media, 75 Varick St, Ste 12, New York, NY - 10013-1917 Copyright © 2023 Katie Couric Media, All rights reserved.