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One part of the body that is especially prone to discomfort and pain? The knees! Luckily, I’ve found that energy healing work around the knee chakra can be really beneficial for achy joints—but of course you should visit your doctor if you’re experiencing any chronic knee pain. Here are five ways to unblock the lesser-known knee chakra. The knee chakra is a minor chakra that corresponds to the root chakra—one of the body’s seven main chakras that’s responsible for helping us feel grounded and secure....

As an essential part of overall well-being, sleep is something we’d all benefit from prioritizing this year. Unfortunately, fixtures of daily life—from phone screens to overhead lighting—don’t make it easy to do. Here are six habits you may have slipped into that are impacting your sleep and how to move beyond them in 2023 for the sake of shut-eye: Since we hold cellphones so close to our faces, they can be even more stimulating than other devices....

It was a few months before our wedding was going to take place, and he called and asked me to come over. I knew by the sound of his voice that something was terribly wrong. I jumped in the car and headed straight for his place in a panic, my mind spinning profusely out of control. When I arrived he sat me down on the bed and told me there was something he had to be honest about if I was going to take his hand in marriage....

Here, we dive into the seven types of acne, the causes, and how to best treat each spot. “Non-inflammatory” acne, on the other hand, results in subtler mounds—these are your whiteheads, blackheads, and subclinical breakouts. Also known as comedonal acne, the bumps tend to be flesh-toned (aside from blackheads, which are darker in color). It’s typically caused by clogged hair follicles and found where the skin is more oily, like the chest, back, and T-zone area of the face....

Initially, it was difficult for me to reconcile my love of the art form with beliefs I held about exotic dancing. However, during my five years as a pole dancer, I’ve learned that some of my preconceived notions about both pole dancing and stripping were very wrong. Pole dancing makes being strong cool. Pole dancing helps women gain physical strength through intense resistance training. It’s an incredible feeling when you learn how to hold and control your own body weight in the air....

If you’re already in touch with your mom, but you’ve been avoiding the subject that leads to tension, consider setting up a time to talk. “Don’t get pressured into disclosing the subject before you are prepared and ready,” Hallett says. Showing compassion doesn’t mean you have to completely dismiss past hurts or difficulties, she explains. It does mean, however, that you recognize not everyone has the same inner resources to make decisions you think are best....

Below are several types of chemistry—or feelings we associated with relationship chemistry—along with suggestions for ways to take a closer look at what’s driving these feelings. Early on, the literal chemistry—hormones released in our bodies—set off “in love” fantasies that have little basis in reality. Later, sexual chemistry keeps some couples involved long after they need to split. Yet, sexual chemistry also plays a vital role in sustaining healthy relationships....

Here are the best asanas for regaining chakra balance, each of which corresponds to the seven main chakras.

When you’re exposed to artificial blue light throughout the day, it can trick your internal clock into thinking it’s time for activity at night, not rest—which is part of why experts believe blue light can negatively affect your sleep quality. Blue light glasses aim to mitigate these effects by filtering out a percentage of the potentially harmful light. But with so many options to choose from, it can be difficult to decide which is the best pair for you....

Even if you live an active lifestyle outside of work, meeting your fitness goals and moving your body often, sitting for prolonged periods can have significant effects on your physical and mental well-being. Research shows that too much sitting can compromise your metabolic health and increase your risk of premature mortality1. And if you’re sitting in the wrong chair, it can lead to acute or chronic back pain. To better understand what to look for in a comfortable and supportive office chair, we spoke with physical therapists and evaluated a ton of options....

And as we thought about what this means in practice—how we carry and hold our purpose every day—we started seeing our north stars more clearly. And we thought it was time to share those guiding lights with you. A reminder: Your hair, skin, and body are not afterthoughts. They are you. And you are part of your community. And your community is part of this planet. Beauty, you see, is all around us....

Have you ever noticed that sometimes you randomly have a little more in your tank than usual? The energy to take on a new project or try something new? Well, if you’re someone with a menstrual cycle, you may want to take note. Certain stages of your cycle mean a bonus energy boost—such as your ovulatory phase—which you’ll definitely want to capitalize on when it comes to your fitness regimen....

We shed past patterning, old karmic cycles, fears, and traumas. We begin to see the value of intentional growth through anything that might arise in our life. The more we begin to trust the present moment (and it can take some time), the more we can be available for service on the planet, and for the treasures of a soul-filled life. Not bad for a deck of 78 cards! State your intention to receive wisdom and clarity on whatever is best for you in this moment, what you most need to know right now....

But today? Forgione is just like the rest of us, diving into his pantry and fridge to see what he can make with what he has. While the COVID-19 outbreak has closed his restaurant and led to social distancing measures around the world, he continues to find joy in cooking. This time of year is also one that, normally, would see people (including Forgione) gathering their families for celebrations. With Easter today, we were curious how a celebrity chef is making do with limited resources for a celebratory dinner....

These empaths sometimes feel called to act as the healer in their romantic relationships. While not necessarily a bad thing, this tendency can lead to unfulfilling romantic pairings if left unchecked. It may cause empaths to unwittingly attract unsuitable potential partners, simply because they sense that they need healing. Or it can lead empaths to feel drained and like they constantly need to help, improve, or “rescue” their mate. It’s also worth noting that you should not date someone for their potential....

Porosity, you might know, refers to how susceptible your hair is to water: Essentially, to what degree the outer layer of the strand takes in or keeps out water. Each of us has different levels of porosity. Here, let’s talk specifically about low porosity hair. In contrast, you can have high porosity hair. This happens when your cuticles aren’t as dense, and thus moisture flows through the hair with ease....

If you wore something under your sweater, for example, that will extend the life of your sweater by reducing the number of times it needs to be washed, she says. Material-wise, things like cotton, cashmere, and silk should be washed after two to three wears, while more durable materials like wool or hardy synthetic blends can be worn up to five times. In short, you definitely don’t need to wash your sweaters every time you wear them, and if you want to spread out the time between washes, your best bet is to wear an undershirt....

However, the mind and brain are actually two very different, but interconnected, entities. As a neuroscientist, this reality is the foundation of my life’s research and work: The mind works through the brain but is separate from the brain. The mind uses the brain, and the brain responds to the mind. The mind also changes the brain. People choose their actions—their brains do not force them to do anything. Yes, there would be no conscious experience without the brain, but experience cannot be reduced to the brain’s actions....

I had two babies in the past three years and indulged in croissants and treats while I was pregnant (both times). I’d like to get back to my pre-pregnancy weight because that feels best, physically and mentally. Also, I also don’t want to wear maternity clothes forever! I’m planning on success and using these simple tools.

As tarot reader and author of The Big Book of Tarot Readings Sam Magdaleno explains, pulling the Ace of Cups, then, can mean that you’re in for new beginnings in any of those areas. “In the Rider-Waite-Smith illustration, the Ace of Cups is overflowing,” she adds, “so you can think of it as an overflowing of love, creativity, and inspiration headed your way.” And since the Ace of Cups suggests a new beginning regarding feelings, emotions, and personal connections, tarot reader Maisy Bristol adds, “It could mean that you meet someone special, you make a new friend, or you revamp a long-term relationship so it feels new again....