“A small yet growing body of research,” reports HealthBeat, the school’s blog, “suggests that a slower, more thoughtful way of eating could help with weight problems and maybe steer some people away from unhealthy choices.” One example: Duke University gave mindfulness training to 150 binge eaters. Not only did the practice reduce their binge eating and depression, it actually led to an increase in their enjoyment of food. Read the full HealthBeat post here....

I left the above card out to surprise my sweetheart before he left for work. I scooped up these green note-cards at a local craft store but you can also find them online in an assortment pack by Doodlebug Designs: Paisley Create-A-Card. I added some sparkly sticker letters and a heart to the front and… voilà! ….a semi-homemade card in a matter of minutes! Inside, the message reads: Our “baby-themed” date started with munching on the following “baby sized” appetizers: baby carrots, baby zucchini, mini crackers, and mini pretzels....

Have something with an ingredient that is beneficial to hair, even if it’s a drop or two? Send it our way, as we are all about trying something new. Green Tea Shampoo: Why We’re Obsessed Our current obsession is green tea shampoo, and we’re giving you the lowdown about it below. Read on: When we say green tea shampoo, we don’t necessarily mean using green tea as a shampoo for hair....

Hair Clippers 101 The truth is, while there is a range of hair clippers available on the market, you can make even an inexpensive option work almost just as well. Hair clippers are built to last and you can achieve the style you want with an inexpensive online purchase. Once you purchase your clippers, here is how you can DIY your hair clippers cut: 1: Get to know the numbers....

Hairstyles for Women in their 30s Those seeking inspiration in the form of new looks are in luck. There are tons of hairstyles and haircuts out there that can help you go for something really dramatic or super subtle. Check out our gallery of hairstyles for women to try when you’re in your 30s and thriving! 1. Pixie Haircut If you have been on the fence about a pixie, but are equally intrigued by it, the 30s may just be the perfect time to try it out....

Ready to come across some of the best Halloween looks for this season? We’ve rounded up three easy hair ideas below that can be worn as Halloween styles and beyond: Halloween Style Ideas from Street Style Mavens 1. Old Zombie Chic We’re so used to seeing zombie-inspired costumes with hair that isn’t well groomed. It’s time to change the game a bit with a sleek style. Take cues from the trendy wet hair look and try this style above....

The current study expands on that pilot, and is one of just a few rigorous studies on the connection between meditation and addiction. For instance in 2009, the University of Washington published the results of a study involving a group of 168 recovering addicts (various substances). These were randomized into two groups: a mindfulness-based relapse prevention (MBRP) program that met weekly for eight weeks, and a “treatment as usual” (TAU) program, including a 12-step program and weekly group support sessions....

You’ll require precision when it comes to building your curly frohawk, but we promise the technique itself is quite easy. What do we love about it? This is your best bet for a Friday do’ or if you are trying to stretch it out until your next wash day. Read on to learn how to create a beautiful, fun frohawk at home and enjoy the showstopper of your dreams! This classic frohawk is a match made in heaven for Naturalistas....

We are learning to see what’s often obscured by distraction. By coming back repeatedly to the various aspects of tea-drinking, we are cultivating the capacity to focus. And because we’re practicing this with gentleness, without judging ourselves or striving to reach some goal (even the goal of becoming better at paying attention), we are simultaneously training in acceptance and compassion. Mindfulness means paying attention with the senses, in the body—feeling, touching, seeing, hearing, and tasting....

Before eating, bring awareness to your body and your breathing. Let your belly be soft and full. Take three full deep breaths. Let the breath relax you and help you settle into the present moment. Start by checking in to see how hungry you are. Explore what hunger feels like in the belly, noticing its pleasant and unpleasant qualities. Notice the sensations in the mouth and in the belly that occur with the mere thought of eating....

There are quite a few things to love about this style. Not only is this a look that’s on-trend at the moment (everyone is wearing the half-up hairstyle), it’s also so easy, quick-to-create on busy mornings and ideal for the office as well as after work drinks. Sound like something you’d like to try for a change? Read on as we demonstrate how you can recreate this half-up braided hairstyle in no time....

When he sees it on her, he smiles and gives a little, surprised shake of his head. “You look…different,” he says. Sarah feels crushed, but she doesn’t say anything. Instead, she feels self-conscious all night and swears to herself that she’ll never wear it again. That night, when they’re in bed together, and Bill leans in to kiss her, she gives him a quick peck on the cheek, rolls over, and pretends to fall asleep....

Those days when you need a boost of confidence, but don’t want to look like you’re trying too hard. That’s where learning this technique for how to style short hair for men comes into play. This tutorial is ideal for those days when you want a little more polish and a touch of added confidence. Read on to find out how to get a quick and easy put-together style:...

Paced breathing involves consciously inhaling and exhaling according to a set rhythm. For example, you might inhale for 4 counts, exhale for 6, and repeat. Prior research shows that paced breathing exercises can both focus attention and regulate the nervous system. To date, however, we have known little about how this affects brain function in humans. These findings represent a breakthrough because, for years, we’ve considered the brain stem to be responsible for the process of breathing....

You can start to un-gloop the doors of sticky-stuckness by remembering that the payoff for taking a sidelong glance at your preferences might be suddenly being available for a life of freshness and surprise. Letting go of what you think you prefer might allow you to apply for jobs you didn’t imagine you’d ever choose, or bring you the courage to move to a bigger or smaller town even if you’re not entirely sure yet what you prefer....

Not long after, friends and fans started re-enacting the pose and publishing photos, and soon, ‘Dufnering’ was born. (You can check out some photos here.) “What can I say?” Dufner later wrote on Twitter. “I was tired, my back hurt from sitting on the floor, and we were talking about relaxation and focusing.”

Some years ago, I was invited to give a keynote at a conference with the largest audience I’d ever faced. It was a big step up for me. Legendary psychologists were giving the other talks, and I feared I wouldn’t measure up. I was nervous. Real nervous. I sat in the back waiting my turn, worrying about how people would see me. I thought about how to look impressive and get approval....

What is a keratin treatment? Keep reading to learn all the keratin hair treatment after care tips so you can have the smoothest strands possible! Breaking Down the Keratin Hair Treatment A keratin treatment is a type of hair treatment you can get that will make your hair smoother, softer, and shinier. There are many keratin products on the market, like keratin treatment shampoo, keratin protein treatment, keratin deep conditioner, and many more....

The bowl cut is back for Fall. We spotted a sexy, almost pixie-like version of the look with sophisticated layers and shearing on the side. This take on the bowl cut has us ready to go short for fall! Read on to for two ways to sport the layered bowl cut look: 2 Ways to Style the Layered Bowl Cut 1. Hint of Layers We love the small dose of layers involved in this cut: There’s just enough to enhance body and movement within the look....

Now we must give a huge thank you to the amazing Courtney from Paparelli designs for designing these adorable printables! Because here is what we have for you in these free printable download: This pack includes: Printable Box Flap Covers Birthday Box Gift Tags Birthday Card Happy Birthday Banner Long-Distance Presents Let your sweetheart know they are your favorite notification! Surprise them with this adorable Long-Distance themed birthday package to show how much you love and appreciate them!...