Proselytizing would be mistake number one. When you get into something like mindfulness, you may suddenly feel that those closest to you should also practice, but this is very delicate and dangerous territory. It’s always better to practice yourself and embody mindfulness in your life, and let that speak to those around you. In this case, his “annoying habits” may be much more than that. They may in fact signal serious addictions, in which case, sooner or later they inevitably lead to habitual patterns of behavior that are not healthy for anybody involved....

Have you seen this super sweet video that chronicles an entire relationship on gum wrappers?! I’m seriously swooning over how sentimental and beautiful it is! I am always looking for a fun way to chronicle all the memories that I make with my spouse! This year for an anniversary gift, I created a super fun accordion-style memory book that is filled with all sorts of nooks and crannies to place pictures, loves notes and more!...

. While this hairstyle is typically renowned for its big, voluminous aesthetic, there are tons of variations that explore the gamut, from teeny weeny short afro looks to even dyed versions. If you’re still on the fence about going natural and growing out your hair, we’ve got a collection right on below that might just change your mind and inspire your new look. 25 Afro Hairstyles We Love Next, find the perfect afro style for you....

GUYS!!! Easter is almost here!! GAH! This year is just flying by! The divas and I were chatting about what would be the perfect combo for this holiday and we are sold on it being a mix of celebrating the TRUE meaning of Easter… and finding the perfect items for the kiddos’ Easter baskets! Ahem… not candy! #NoHyperChildrenPlease LOL We went on a “hunt” to find the perfect items for ourselves, and we’re loving them so much… we decided to share them with all of you!...

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. To learn more about ’em, click here. Every time I look at these printables my stomach flutters with Christmas joy! Karyn, from If Actually, truly created the cutest Christmas printables that I have ever seen! Your friends will LOVE receiving this fun Christmas surprise gift! To pull off this amazing doorstep Christmas surprise, start by downloading and printing the printables—be sure to grab a great quality paper cutter and nice cardstock....

Heat protectants come in liquid or cream forms, so sometimes it’s quite hard to decide which one is best for us and how they can really benefit our particular hair type. They each have a different benefit, but all in all, they work efficiently at guarding hair against the negative effects of our heat styling tools. Here, we’ve laid out some of the best heat protectant spray products that can help you choose which one works best in your heat styling arsenal:...

Washing hair in sections, twists or even braids are methods a lot of natural haired girls have gotten down to a science. Ahead, we break down how you can easily try these routines at home. Try them out and stick to the hair washing method that works best for you: Natural Hair Washing Methods We Swear By 1. Wash Hair in Sections Before beginning the wash routine, use a detangling product like Suave Cream Detangler Spray....

Although any hair type can benefit from some of the best flat irons, it’s important to learn about how each type works so you know if you’re using the right one for your specific hair type. Keep reading to get in the know about what to look for and what to avoid when it’s time to find the best straightener out there for you: The Best Hair Straighteners for Your Hair Type Easily the most important thing to consider when selecting your new hair tool is the type of material it’s made out of....

This accessory can be highly versatile, whether you go for a blinged out head band or something more simplistic. To get inspired, here are some of our favorite ways to accessorize your cropped tops (as in your short pixie) with a headband. Read on: Accessorize Pixie Cuts: 3 Easy Styling Tricks to Try Now 1. Formal Headband For a formal touch, jazz up your pixie haircut with an embellished headband that looks like a tiara....

Read on to learn more about some of the best hair treatments for bleached hair and insider hair tips that will ensure that your newly lightened hair stays healthy and damage-free: Taking Care of Bleach-Damaged Hair 1. Avoid Chemical Treatments for Bleach-Damaged Hair Getting bleached hair is already a huge chemical process in and of itself where you essentially removed the natural pigments in your hair. This can cause your hair to become seriously damaged and dry....

A family physician and a professor at the University of Rochester School of Medicine, Ron Epstein has been working to improve how doctors treat others for decades. Together with colleague Mick Krasner, he has encouraged caregivers to pay attention to what’s happening in their own minds and bodies as they interact with patients—with particular attention to how they communicate and the quality of the time: Are they really “attending” or are they not quite all there?...

But the University of Washington researcher adds that we’re often unaware of this tendency. We might reach for our cell phone to escape boredom or for food to escape stress, without knowing that these are coping strategies. According to Bowen, substance abuse is another example of that too-human automatic drive to move toward pleasure and away from pain—one that affects an estimated 24 million Americans, according to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health....

That truth-seeking is similar to what happens in science. We pursue objectivity and learn. Flip a light switch, energy flows for a reason. It’s not mysterious. We can determine under what conditions that will occur or not. Doctors wash their hands now because evidence showed it to decrease the spread of germs. There are, as a matter of fact, facts to discover about ourselves and the world. More than ever, skillful living requires an examination of what we accept as true....

Faculty instructors for the program will include Diana Winston, Marv Belzer, PhD, Susan Smalley, Ph.D., Daniel Siegel, MD, Susan Kaiser Greenland, JD, and others. For more information or to register, click here. 09/15/11

Christmas Gifts for Husband and Wife The adorable print pack was designed by the amazing Courtney of Paperelli. She really makes it a cohesive pack so it all looks beautiful together! What I Love About The Naughty or Nice Kit What You’ll find in the Naughty or Nice Gift Kit This gift really hit all the boxes for my husband because it spoke to his love languages. You can speak to those love languages too with all of the elements of this adorable gift pack....

It is time to FIESTA!! I LOVE Mexican food and celebrations. Every time we go out for supper I always want Mexican food… somehow I just can’t seem to get enough of the flavors!! Maybe it’s because where I grew up, the closest thing we had to authentic Mexican food was ‘Taco Time’ and somehow I don’t think tater tots are considered Mexican food even if you label them ‘Mexi-Fries....

Sacred Rivers has donated the space for these lessons. Fees are 100 dollars for six weekly sessions and all proceeds go directly to the organization. The 30-minute lessons are taught by Founder and Director Deborah McCarthy, MS, OTR/L. Visit their website to register or to learn more: www.youcanbemindful.org