Rather than letting terminal illness take control of your marriage, read on to learn how to be a team with your spouse despite the challenges that come when one partner is terminally ill. Effects of Terminal Illness in a Relationship Terminal illness brings a whole slew of unwanted changes with it. When your spouse is terminally ill, the stress can be constant. Not only are you worried about what the next day or even the next hour will bring health-wise, but life somehow goes on and brings additional worry with it....

2) GROWING UP MINDFUL Essential Practices to Help Children, Teens, and Families Find Balance, Calm, and Resilience Christopher Willard (Sounds True) According to Chris Willard, in a kid’s world there are three main elements: studying, social life, and sleeping. The problem is that, because of limited time and other constraints, you only get to pick two of those. As a result, kids are more stressed than ever, and their parents are in a very similar boat....

Walking is a movement we do every day, and like breathing, is usually something we do without much thought. Getting outside to walk deliberately in nature can open our eyes, offering new perspectives different from those we encounter indoors or inside our digital devices. Author Richard Louv, among others, writes about “nature-deficit disorder” and how it affects our physical and emotional well-being, suggesting even just a little exposure to green spaces boosts happiness and attention....

Appreciation is about deepening the connection you feel for what you are grateful for. One of my favorite examples is being grateful for having food to eat. If you’re grateful for the food, you can then be appreciative of what you’re eating, if you consciously pay attention and take the time to notice the flavors, odors, and textures of the food and how it feels to nourish yourself. You can be grateful for things or people in your life without really appreciating them, but it’s difficult to appreciate them and not be grateful....

Journaling Prompts: Let Go of Your Limiting Habits In your journal, with gentleness and over time, explore these writing prompts: Where in your life does “power over” versus “power with” manifest? What is the cost?What survival strategies were you indoctrinated into within your family of origin?What survival strategies can you name that operate on the level of the collective? Examples of places to look: “We must win at all costs.” “We should follow the rules and play the game....

Thanks to the rapidly growing science of mindfulness, we are now understanding the seamless interconnectedness of brain, mind, body, experience, and well-being — to say nothing of the contributions to health and well-being that stem from social interconnectedness and environmental/planetary concerns. Our scientific understanding of mindfulness has the potential to inform the development of increasingly effective and targeted clinical programs under the umbrella of a far more participatory model of medicine and health care, in which our patients learn to engage in mindfulness practices shown to beneficially affect health and well-being as a complement to their medical treatments....

As we enter this season of holidays, it is easy to be carried away with trappings and commercialization and, in the process, lose the deep historical, religious or heart-centered meaning of this time of year. Our already busy calendars just get busier as our ‘to-do’ lists grow longer and longer. There is food to prepare, presents to buy, and parties to attend. Or perhaps this is a season where our thoughts are dominated by ‘what used to be’ or ‘what we hoped would be different this year....

When I close my eyes and imagine living my life with contentment, it is liberating. My mind feels relaxed, receptive, serene, and tender. While these feelings are positive, I also feel a sense of vulnerability. Who would I be without that habitual comparing mind? It feels permissible to let go of an envious mind while on my meditation cushion, but what about when I’m off the cushion? The “comparing mind” is universal....

“I noticed,” I thought to myself. Carolyn was in my office for an evaluation of possible ADHD, and it was a struggle to keep her focused. Many of my questions were met with long descriptions and too many details. Other times, she veered to another topic. She seemed to be insightful, and her answers were often interesting or humorous—but they didn’t always address the question. Along with a restless body, a busy or restless mind is common with ADHD....

This is a series of 12 dates, giving you tons of fun ways to take your movie night to the next level. Choose from romantic and funny activities, sexy ideas, a few treats and a big list of movie titles to help make the movie-picking easier. Each of these 12 date night movie ideas are based on a specific genre, so throughout the year, you’ll make sure to see a variety of films to appease BOTH of your tastes....

I would be remiss, as an elder of the planet, to remain silent at this point about some of the ways to deal with this period of emotional, psychological, ideological, and financial instability. For I have by now lived relatively long, compared to some of you who are mere children, though you might be in your twenties and thirties. I am definitely at a plateau that makes the teenage years seem doable....

Getting perfectly imperfect beachy waves, especially for you straight texture gals, has its technique. Though it’s not complicated, choosing the right styling products and curling iron is essential as well as doing a neat prep work beforehand. While we can’t promise you a trip to the beach, this trendy ‘do will take you a step closer, even if it’s just mentally! So, keep reading and learn how to get beachy waves in minutes....

It doesn’t matter how blonde you are, or are not you can be platinum blonde, or have blonde highlights. In fact, no one with colored-treated hair is exempt from using the right products to keep their locks healthy and their hair color vibrant. It’s just one of those things you have to promise yourself and your hair that you will provide the nurturing it needs at all times. Below we’re highlighting which blonde hair shampoo products we’re obsessed with and how your hair can benefit from it as well:...

Why bangs? This hairstyle option allows you to keep your length while also adding some dimension and texture change to your overall look. What’s more: There are tons of blonde hairstyles with bangs options to choose from, whether you want a parted fringe, side fringe, or even long bangs. 10 Blonde Hairstyles with Bangs Ready to try out this new look? Read on to check out our top 10 favorite blonde hairstyles with bangs that are sure to inspire your latest chop:...

15 Bobby Pin Hairstyles 1. Half-Up Circular Bobby Pin Style While we adore the half-up look, we are always seeking ways to mix up that classic look. Using long bobby pins, you can create a similar look. After you brush your hair, gather hair from both sides of your face, bringing these sections towards the back of your head. Smooth out the sides with some serum. Then, using one hand, clip the style in place in a circular and even design....

Building Mindful Brands from Mindful Direct. Innovation has become the watchword for success in today’s economy and one young, dynamic American is helping to reimagine commerce. Matthew Stinchcomb is vice president of values and impact at Etsy.com, an online retail platform based in Brooklyn, New York, that enables people to connect to buy and sell unique handmade crafts and vintage goods. More than 40 million people from around the world visit the Etsy site each month....

Buying Extensions: What to Look for? All Things Hair: What should a person look for when they are buying extensions? Latched and Hooked: A woman should see high quality hair extensions. Does the hair easily shed, frizz and or tangle. Just because it’s expensive doesn’t mean it’s quality and because it’s priced cheap doesn’t mean it’s competitive. Do your homework and read the reviews of customers who have used the hair extensions you are seeking to purchase....

When you react in ways that aren’t mindful, they can gradually grow into habits that are detrimental to your health and well-being. Consequently, these patterns of reactivity further your suffering or distress. This is why it’s so important to discern clearly the difference between reacting with unawareness and responding with mindfulness. When you become aware of the present moment, you gain access to resources you may not have had before....

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Does castor oil really help restore your hairline? I’ve tried it and it worked for me. However, not everyone’s experience will be the same but it is worth the try. Read on: Castor Oil for Edges As a woman who was brought up by Caribbean parents, a lot of the beauty tips and tricks I was taught came from the islands. Castor oil was a staple in my hair care regimen ever since I was a young girl....