Some people do it to pass the time. Others have turned this otherwise solitary
activity into a multi-player competition. There’s no right or wrong reason to
do crossword puzzles; it’s one of the most popular sections of The New York
Times, boasting millions of loyal followers who spend hours ruminating over the tricky clues. In its simplest form, the crossword
puzzle is a brain-stimulating activity, one that encourages outside-the-box
thinking and critical problem solving. Go ahead, immerse yourself in the deep
process of figuring out that seven-letter word that’s a synonym of
“potsticker." It's good for your noggin!