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Doctors and wellness gurus have long encouraged me to try meditation. And as a yoga teacher, I know that meditation is incredibly helpful for so many people—but I’ve never been able to get into it. When I sit down to meditate, my thoughts always begin to wander to my to-do list, recent situations that I could have handled differently, or what I’m going to eat for dinner. Call it coincidence, but I soon started to notice that people were talking about breathwork outside of class too: My younger brother said he was practicing it as an athlete at the University of Oregon as a way to cope with the high-pressure environment....

The point is, I’ve dealt with my fair share of attention issues, and they’ve haunted my life at times. Deadlines can make my body feel like it’s being chased by a tiger. Sometimes, a deadline glues me to a task; other times, I become stressed out, my eyes shut down, and my mind wanders with a burning desire to do literally anything besides the task at hand. You might be asking yourself what is wrong with me?...

Like you, your significant other is bound to have a few quirks. Maybe you overlooked the way he has to tuck his napkin into his shirt and slurp spaghetti like a 5-year-old (in public), or the way she leaves unfolded laundry in the basket for days after it’s been washed. But sometimes minor habits can become major annoyances, to the point where these tiny, everyday behaviors are the big reasons couples almost call it quits....

But there’s one surprising keto side effect that no one’s really talking about yet, and it primarily affects women: hair loss. According to Miller, the reason some people may experience hair loss on a ketogenic diet is two-fold: stress and/or malnourishment. First, keto may be an added stressor that your body just can’t handle right now—unless you make some tweaks to your lifestyle. “While keto can be a powerfully healthy diet, it’s also a stressor on your body,” says Miller....

Now I want you to take a long, hard look in the mirror, followed by a long, hard look at your fitness regimen: Is your weekly routine achieving any of the above results? If you spend five days a week sitting at a desk and five nights a week on a spin bike, I’m willing to guess your answer: “No.” You will NOT see an increase in lean muscle mass....

Of course, there’s nothing wrong with choosing to take medication for anxiety and depression. But if you’re eager to take a more holistic approach to managing your depression, and you want to use diet and lifestyle rather than pharmaceuticals, there are a number supplements I’d recommend. Just make sure to always consult your doctor before making any changes to your treatment or medications. The best way to get the benefit of turmeric is to cook with it....

Here are 10 signs that insecurity is getting in the way of your life, and ideas about how to turn it into acceptance. This advice is not a replacement for therapy or other mental health services: If negative feelings persist or you are considering self-harm, seek outside support. Work on healing your heart and building up your self-worth. Find activities that help you feel good about yourself. Take part in sports or other activities that build up your self-image....

But chronic inflammation is a whole different story. Chronic inflammation occurs when your immune system gets set permanently to “on.” As a result, it constantly releases a flood of damaging chemicals that could sicken your cells. It’s like a forest fire that never goes out. Begin by cutting out highly inflammatory foods like sugar and grains out of your diet and eating more lean protein, vegetables, and healthy fats. I recommend drinking gut-healing bone broth every day for a huge dose of anti-inflammatory power....

As host of a talk show that focuses on a holistic approach to beauty from the inside out, Chopra has always empowered women to use beauty as a tangible access point to self-love. Known for her straight-forwarded tone and intense vulnerability, Chopra recently took everything she had learned from suffering with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis for the past 27 years and created a conversation about self-love in the chronic illness community....

Don’t despair; there are opportunities, even in these times, to help children learn social skills at home (that don’t require much from you; parental burnout is real!). Children of all ages learn social skills through play. Unstructured, imaginative play, such as making mud pies for younger kids or creating videos and writing songs for teens, builds skills that help children self-manage, self-advocate, and cope with disappointment and complex emotions. During sibling squabbles, when children make unkind comments, point out the hot emotions....

The bottom line? You’ll want to be gentle with your lash curler, but you also don’t want to clamp them through any ol’ metal trap. Some have more bells and whistles for maximum lift; others are simple and to the point, but they all offer a far gentler experience—no pinching, no crimping, just the doll-like, spidery lashes you came for. Lazy Perfection Eyelash Curler, Jenny Patinkin ($24) Picture Perfect Duo, tarte ($18) Curl & Lift Lash Curler, Plume Science ($21) Every Lash Curler, Tweezerman ($19) Relevee Lash Curler, Surratt ($36) Spectacular Eyelash Curler, Ere Perez ($20) Lash Separator, Ulta ($9) S Curler, Shu Uemura ($19....

Infidelity was like a trigger to a bottomless well of insecurity and feelings of inadequacy, which separated me from what I always felt was my true, carefree and joyful nature. Nothing is ever personal (even when it is). People cheat for a number of reasons, and it has nothing to do with you or the qualities you think you might be lacking. Cheaters, and liars in general, are often lost within their own kingdom of pain and we have to recognize that....

For the past year or more, the yoga community has come together to lead a pivotal crusade, helping to reshape the false image of what a yogi is supposed to look like. At the forefront of this movement is a broad spectrum of yogis — eclectic, inspiring, dedicated and fearless — transcending what it means to be healthy and empowered. There are many strong voices behind this rising acceptance of diversity in yoga studios....

Because serums are results-driven, really think about your skin care goals before making a purchase: not only because this will likely mean you’re happier with your product, but serums tend to cost more as they contain higher concentrations of more expensive ingredients. (You don’t want to spend a pretty penny on something only to come to the realization that your main concern is dark spots, not texture.) Vitamin C+E+Ferulic, Marie Veronique ($90) Triple Active Reclaiming Serum, January Labs ($86) Radiant Rani Brightening Facial Serum, Ranavant Botanicals ($90) Instant Smoothing Serum, Grown Alchemist ($95) Squalane 10% Lactic Acid Resurfacing Night Serum, Biossance ($62) The Serum Stick, Tatcha ($48) Pure Argan Milk Intensive Hydrating Treatment, Josie Maran ($56) Mega Mushroom Relief Resilience Advanced Face Serum, Dr....

Here’s everything you need to know about demisexuality and what it means to identify as demisexual. The term demisexual first popped up on the Asexuality Visibility and Education Network, Queen explains, after a user shared their experience of “not being sexually attracted to people without first forming an emotional connection.” Your answers to these questions might give you a better understanding of your place on the sexuality spectrum. Demisexual people do experience sexual desire, but they don’t tend to spontaneously want to have sex with people they don’t really know or aren’t that close with yet....

We know that when you have kids, spontaneity is rarely an option. So we did the planning for you by putting together a few of our favorite outdoor activities, as well as the prep work needed to keep kids busy and parents happy. Just make sure to lather everyone up with plenty of sunscreen before diving into your summer itinerary. And for a family-favorite sunscreen that’s thoughtfully formulated, environmentally conscious, and doesn’t leave you with that greasy, cakey feeling, make sure you’re stocked up on Bare Republic....

See, the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for adult protein needs set forth by the National Academies is 0.8 gram of protein per kilogram of body weight per day, or around 46 grams per day for women and 56 grams per day for men1. But that’s the minimum amount of protein that you need to eat in order to avoid nitrogen imbalance and muscle loss. As protein and amino acid requirements researcher Don Layman, Ph....

In addition to a supportive yoga practice, how else can you avoid getting sick? Get plenty of rest. Sleep supports the immune system, provides a host of benefits, including improved memory performance, cellular regeneration and better mood. Stress has been shown to weaken the body, but can be managed by a regular yoga and meditation practice. If your hamstrings are tight, bend your knees and bring your seat away from the wall to allow your body to relax into this pose....

Much of the hype centers on avocado oil—we’re certainly not the first to sing its praises—but here’s why you should scoop out the meat, too, for a kitchen-friendly avocado face mask. Avo also has tons of chlorophyll (that’s what gives the tissue and oil their light-green hue), which research has shown can help improve mild to moderate acne when applied topically2. And, finally, the oils expressed from avocado have been shown to promote collagen production: “Although more studies need to be done to explore whether avocado oil increases collagen production or not, 3research has shown an increase in soluble collagen production3 as well as inhibition of the enzyme lysyl oxidase that breaks down collagen,” says board-certified dermatologist Keira Barr, M....