Science says watching this TV show makes you a worse person

The more you know! No Images? Click here       I’ve been using hand sanitizer all wrong. How? Apparently, I’ve been applying it too much. As experts told us this week, there is such a thing as overdoing it when it comes to hand cleanliness — and it could be harmful to your health if you do. Another habit that might be doing a little damage? Watching a specific kind of TV show. While some programs may be super entertaining, there are some psychological effects that could make you a worse person. Yikes. Learn more on that below. Hey, the more you know, right? —Lindsay Turn up the Wellness Jams Wellness Jams is a curated playlist from celebrities, influencers and readers that will help you work out or chill out. This week, reader Tripp Jones shares a positive playlist meant to remind you there’s still good in the world. Check it out below: HIT PLAY ON TRIPP'S PLAYLIST Got a few tunes that push you through a hard gym session? Have some songs that perk you up on a bad day? Share your playlist by filling out this form. It may get featured in an upcoming newsletter. A Minute And Change Got a spare minute? Use it to change your life. Our "A Minute And Change" project will help you become happier, healthier and more productive by doing one thing a little differently. This week’s tip comes from American pro tennis player Madison Keys, who is currently competing in the US Open. Here’s how Keys motivates herself to get her to-do list done: When I’m feeling lazy or unproductive, it’s usually not in a workout way, since I don’t have an option of not showing up for practice. For me, feeling lazy means not being productive around the house. I like to get up and organize my space. If I need to do something … I make sure my space is clean and then I can start. You oughta know Who isn’t a sucker for a mindless reality TV show? (Shout out to all my fellow “Vanderpump Rules” and “Bachelor in Paradise” fans.) However, you might want to watch some reality programs ― like “Keeping Up With The Kardashians,” for example ― at your own risk. This week, reporter Brittany Wong looked into new research on shows that make you a worse person. Here’s what you need to know: Watching shows like “KUWTK” can make you less sympathetic to the plight of the poor. Researchers discovered even 60 seconds of exposure to materialistic media, which is content that glamorizes fame and luxury, was enough to significantly increase anti-welfare beliefs. Watching shows that detail wealth bring out our more selfish side. Yikes, right? Experts noted that these shows can be escapist, but keep this in mind as you watch. At the very least, as Brittany writes, “Keep up with the Kardashians all you want, but keep it altruistic, too.” WHAT YOUR WATCHING HABITS ALSO SAY ABOUT YOU   Crushing on this 'gram Want more Wellness? How To Tell If You Have Celiac Disease Or A Gluten Intolerance Going gluten-free starts with getting the right diagnosis. 8 Comics You'll Relate To If You're A Shy Kid At Heart Quiet kids, unite! Is The Nonstop News Cycle Affecting Your Weight? You're Not Alone Experts weigh in on how stress can affect your physical health.    .     HuffPost is now a part of Oath and a part of Verizon. On May 25, 2018 we introduced a new Oath Privacy Policy which explains how your data is used and shared. Learn More. No moon dust. No B.S. Just a completely essential daily guide to achieving the good life. Subscribe here. Like what you see? Share it. Can't get enough? You'll also love HuffPost's Entertainment newsletter. ©2018 HuffPost | 770 Broadway, New York, NY 10003 You are receiving this email because you signed up for updates from HuffPost Feedback | Privacy Policy | Unsubscribe        . - - Preferences  |  Unsubscribe