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Story summary
- The first author, an overthinker, finds jigsaw puzzles calming and screen-free, reducing anxiety.
- The focused attention required by puzzles provides a mindful escape from daily stressors.
- The second author had not completed puzzles for 20 years and rediscovered them during a stressful period.
- Completing a 1,000-piece puzzle gave the second author a sense of achievement and satisfaction, contrasting with social media's instant gratification.
