Instead of making self-deprecation your morning ritual, stand in front of the mirror and list three things you love about yourself. Later, write them down, preferably on sticky notes. Then pick the one or two that make you feel the way you want to feel every single day and leave these love notes on your bedroom mirror, in your wallet, on the TV remote, or anywhere you can read them every day....
As it turns out, decluttering can actually be as important to our well-being as practices like exercise, healthy eating, and meditation. In fact, organization can help other aspects of our lives to function more optimally1. That’s why The Container Store has become our happy place. With a vast array of sustainable organizing solutions and in-home services, it’s a one-stop shop for all things clean and tidy. But let’s dive into the benefits of organization a little further… Pro tip: Try keeping your desktop as clear as possible, filing any important paperwork in a neatly labeled compartment....
We asked a relationship therapist for common relationship red flags that crop up around the holidays. Here’s what to watch out for: “If your partner is really not wanting to entertain your family events but, further, take you away from your family events and isolate you, that’s a huge red flag,” she tells mbg. Why? Isolation is often a subtle form of control seen in abusive relationships, she explains. “Often when people are trying to keep you away from those close to you, they want to be your only emotional support and outlet, and that’s emotional abuse and a huge red flag....
With the help of Meredith Broderick, M.D., sleep medicine doctor and neurologist, and Catherine Darley, N.D., of The Institute of Naturopathic Sleep Medicine, we’re arming you with everything you need to know about picking out the right mattress for your RV. Below, find our favorite RV mattresses to help you bump your sleep score while you’re on the road. While some RVs can fit the standard twin, full, queen, or king sizes, many mattress companies also offer RV twin, RV full, RV queen, and RV king sizes....
But for all my minimalists out there—or those who simply prefer to stand out among the glittery crowd—a sparkly shade isn’t your only option for a festive New Year’s mani. Below, experts offer their favorite (and beautifully unexpected) polish choices for the holiday. ORLY Rearview Pear Nova Intershellactic Olive & June WKF ella + mila Bon Voyage J.Hannah Fauna Côte No. 57 Dandelion Yellow Nail Polish Manicurist Paris Green Armeria...
No, a dry scalp is no small annoyance. And while the face and body tend to get most of our skin care attention, the scalp’s skin woes should be attended to with the same diligence. So now you may also be wondering how best to deal with it. So what’s someone enduring a dry scalp to do? You have options, several, in fact. Here, the best tips to relieve dry scalps: You have body oils, which tend to be a bit thicker and able to cover a larger surface area....
In my experience, this is not the case. ‘Fearlessness’ boils down to a simple understanding of the emotion that is fear and learning how to live with it. The good news is that it doesn’t matter what you fear, because there are a few basic ways for dealing with all fears, regardless of how silly they may sound to you. The first thing you need to understand is this: Fear is only in the mind....
The top things you can do to create a healthy gut flora for yourself: I recommend 400 mcg to 1 mg of the active form, called methylfolate, for optimum protection. Also, while you’re at it, hop on the fish oil train and add in some vitamin D3 (1,000 to 2,000 units daily), both of which can prepare you for an optimal pregnancy and which are great for your health even now....
If you tune in to your feelings, you’ll probably find that you feel hurt, angry, victimized and unloved. You might believe that these feelings are caused by the way the other person treated you, but they’re actually coming from your own self-abandonment. How you treat yourself, in the face of how others treat you, has far more impact on how you feel than how they are treating you. So what can you do instead?...
Beyond polishing the skin, the actual use of these texture mitts further stimulates circulation through the massaging motions, which helps reduce fine lines and helps aid in lymph flow to reduce buildup and bloating. Body Exfoliator, Face Halo ($22) Mitt Trio, Fur ($16) Detoxifying Charcoal Exfoliating Body Gloves, Cleanlogic ($10) Exfoliating Hydro Gloves, Earth Therapeutics ($5) Exfoliating Mitt, Come Clean ($40) 100% Silk Exfoliating Body Glove, No1Illune ($15) Bath & Shower Gloves, EcoTools ($3....
However, this doesn’t mean that online dating is strictly a young person’s game. Far from it! People in their 40s, 50s, and above happily find connection and commitment via good dating apps and websites all the time. As couples’ therapist Kyle Zrenchik, Ph.D., LMFT, ACS, puts it, “Dating online is successful for many people, and it can be for you as well.” In case you need some proof, we rounded up a whole bunch of online dating success stories featuring people over 40 who found love on dating apps: The site we were on doesn’t allow you to look at photos unless you’ve also uploaded a photo....
Jam-packed with practical spiritual life hacks from crystals to astrology to aromatherapy, it’s sure to satisfy the most curious of souls this full moon.
Everyone has their own unique set of emotional needs, which might be the product of your upbringing, your genetic predisposition, your identity, and other individual factors. But for the most basic human emotional needs, many people refer to Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, a theory in psychology developed by Abraham Maslow in 1943. Displayed as a pyramid structure, Maslow’s hierarchy shows the progression of human needs from basic needs like food and water at the bottom of the pyramid to self-actualization at its apex....
I’ve put together some of my favorite Pilates movements that I teach to students in my obé fitness classes. Each exercise is fantastic for building muscle tone and stability—especially in your core—and it works wonders when you put them all together. Try this Pilates workout at home to engage your entire body and get stronger through and through. Extra challenge: Spice it up by doing it with no hands. Extra challenge: Spice it up with tiny pulses at the top after completing all your reps....
But, alas, increased screen time is a reality for many. However, staring at a screen for hours on end can actually contribute to eye strain over time if you’re not careful. So what can you do? Luckily, board-certified optometrist Bryce Appelbaum, O.D., FCOVD, recently shared an easy hack on a recent episode of the mindbodygreen podcast—here’s what he suggests. When those teeny muscles are hard at work, that’s when they’re most likely to run into straining issues....
And as for the neck? You may not realize it, but there several factors that may contribute to or worsen acne in the area. So if you consistently find yourself stumbling upon a pimple, here are the reasons why. Neck acne, in particular, may have several contributing factors. First, it’s similar to the face in that it does have a higher concentration of pores. “Much like the face, the neck is at risk for developing breakouts because of a high concentration of oil glands,” says Zeichner....
“The plant’s notability comes from its ability to survive in lower light and drought-tolerant conditions. It also has a natural resistance to many pests and diseases,” Pangborn tells mbg. Native to the temperate conditions of Japan and China, the Aspidistra elatior has been a popular houseplant around the world for ages. “The nickname for the cast iron plant emerged alongside its rise in popularity during the Regency era,” Pangborn explains....
For succulent fans out there, you’ll be happy to know that this is one type of plant that can be easily propagated in a number of different ways. There are two parts of the succulent that can be used for propagation: leaves and stems. And you can either replant them directly in soil or transfer them to a water bath first. Here’s everything to know about how to propagate using the method of your choosing—because, after all, you can never have too many succulents....
I was shocked, but I guess I shouldn’t be. In a modern world inundated by digital screens and the constant “ping” and/or vibration of notifications, it’s no surprise that our attention spans are dwindling down to nothing. Scientists hypothesize that shorter attention spans gave early humans the evolutionary advantage of being able to monitor their surroundings for danger. Today, we face far fewer threats than our ancestors; instead, digital devices specifically designed to steal our attention have infiltrated our everyday lives....
