But am I using food (or, in this case, drink) to soothe my emotions? And is it okay to do that? Is it mindful? The answer is “yes” to all these questions. I brought awareness with kindness and curiosity to exploring what I wanted, why I was doing it, and how much of it I needed. I didn’t have the expectation that a cup of cocoa would take all the COVID blues or the winter away, but it would be a temporarily balm on a cold winter day So many people these days, from an increasingly young age, carry around a sense of shame and unworthiness about eating emotionally....

My husband loves India cuisine, so in planning this date I really wanted to make it a night all about India. Since I love to do things on a grand scale, I included 3 other couples and conveniently they all love India cuisine as well. You can do this as a couple or a group date. The plus side to doing it as a group is you’ll have a wider variety of food and it will help cut the cost all around....

On a day like this you might see red, yellow, or green traffic lights reflected on wet pavement. You might see raindrops running down a window pane or hanging from a railing or overhead wire. You might see two people walking under a bright green umbrella. You might see a dull gray sky or a wet red truck. Inside, there will be soft shadows and muted colors. You might even look through the drops on a window and see the landscape distorted by odd-shaped raindrop lenses....

If you’re in need of new products to help you be on your merry way to afro goals, read on for our top picks: Afro Goals: Essentials for Styling Your Afro Hairstyles 1. A Styling Cream or Gel Depending on your hair type, or your style preference, you may choose a gel over a cream. If you are aiming for super defined curls with a hold, we suggest using a gel like Suave Professionals Define Shine Serum Gel....

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Save BIG With Sears MasterCard Here at The Dating Divas we know how important finances are in marriage/family life. Finding a budget that works for your family and making sure every month that your finances are in order can be stressful. That’s why we are so excited to be partnering with Sears today to talk about their incredible Sears MasterCard! There are so many opportunities to save and lots of ways to earn points!...

The Best Shampoo for Black Hair Keep reading to re-inspire your wash and care routine and find out which shampoo is best for you: 1. Moisturizing: SheaMoisture 100% Virgin Coconut Oil Daily Hydration Shampoo Finding the best shampoo for Black hair that moisturizes just right is usually a real-life Goldilocks situation, with most products either doing too much or too little. Below, we break down the most common concerns of this hair type and offer up suggestions for each: Hair gets its natural slip and moisture from our scalp oils, which make its way from the root down to the ends, coating the entire strand....

Here are our three top favorite hairstyles to wear at the big game this year. Big Game Hairstyles: 3 Runway Styles to Steal 1. Bandana Style Not sure what big game hairstyles to try your hand at? A hair accessory like the humble bandana can help. Whether you have second-day hair, or a fresh blowout this is the go-to accessory for a quick hairstyle. 2. Sporty Cornrows Steal the half-time show with these cornrow braids....

5 Stylish Birthday Party Hairstyles To Try 1. Vintage finger wave It’s no secret that vintage hairstyles are back in style. If you’re looking for a party hairstyle with a retro vibe, but one with a modern spin, try this one out! This sculptural wavy hairstyle is a surefire way to make a statement on your special day. For a strong, all-day hold, use TRESemmé TRES Two Mega Firm Control Gel to mold your finger waves....

Black Health, Wellness, and Beauty From a Health Care Worker POV Meet Home Health Aide Nichole G: Nichole has been in the healthcare industry for over 20 years working as a home health aide. She got into healthcare after moving to the U.S. Previous to working in health care, she worked as a hairstylist. “Moving to the U.S from Ghana was a time to make new changes, and for me, part of that meant pursuing a career change....

Black Tie Hairstyles 1. Side Accessory If you have a statement accessory you want to wear at your black tie event, we say go for it! There are so many different types of clips and accessories trending right now, it’s the perfect style for a fashion forward look. Go for this style and add a twist by putting the accessory on the side, toward the back of your style, for some surprise drama....

Blue Hair Gel: What It’s Used For We’re all about multitasking hair products that deliver more than one benefit at the same time. Blue hair gel is one of the prime examples of a product that pulls double duty in a super-efficient and trendy way. It allows you to experiment with a wash-out method of hair coloring while aiding in your styling routine at the same time. If you have a shorter haircut that requires gel products to keep it in place, swap out your usual hair gel for a blue alternative to add a touch of personality....

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. To learn more about ’em, click here. The sweet Carisa from Messes to Memories designed some darling gift tags to make creating this basket a breeze! There are 3 different sizes of the main “Just Add Water” tags, and various tags to stick on each of the bath items in your basket! How to Prep this Relaxing Gift for Mom All you need to do is subtly ask mom what her favorite scents are, and then go shopping for the goods....

Can Coronavirus Live on Your Hair? Cleansing Products that Get the Job Done For those looking for that clean and fresh feel from their cleansing duo, try washing with Nexxus Clean & Pure Nourishing Detox Shampoo and Conditioner. This duo works to recover shine and movement while gently detoxing your scalp and hair of any bacteria, excess oil and buildup. If you mean business and want a deep detox cleanse, you need to try Love Beauty and Planet Sea Salt & Bergamot Shampoo and Conditioner....

Hair Dyeing Techniques to Help You Through Your Next Salon Appointment 1. Base Color Most of us are familiar with base color hair dyeing techniques, even if you didn’t know the name! Base color is simply one solid color applied to all of your hair. So, if you’ve ever used a box dye at home, you’ve used a base color! Base color can be permanent or semi-permanent. When using an all over base color it is important to wash your hair with color-safe products, like the Suave Keratin Infusion Color Care Shampoo and Suave Keratin Infusion Color Care Conditioner....

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. To learn more about ’em, click here. Michelle H. back again with a fun and easy DIY craft that will spark communication in your relationship–I call it The Communication Station! You could make something similar in so many different ways but I’ll walk you through the steps and supplies I used. I picked up an unfinished wooden frame and a dry erase board from Hobby Lobby, some business card sized magnets from Staples, and grabbed a couple of things I had around the house already....

Last week I watched Arianna Huffington talking about mindfulness and business on CNBC’s Squawk Box, featuring moving first person accounts by Aetna CEO John Bertolini and Harvard Business School’s Bill George. That was followed by a HuffPost Live broadcast about mindfulness and work that included our friend and mindful.org contributor Janice Marturano, head of the Institute for Mindful Leadership. Apart from the occasional predictably snarky comments by the Squawk Box hosts, it all seemed so matter of fact and accepted....

Dove has played a huge role in helping to end race-based hair discrimination by showing support and research for the CROWN Act. They also launched a short film, As Early As Five, inspired by the real stories of those who have faced hair discrimination in school and the workplace. Find out more about Dove’s support for the CROWN Act below. Dove Launches “As Early As Five” Dove’s new short film, As Early As Five, shows how hair discrimination is as far back as an elementary school in a Black girl’s life....

He recently sat down with Wendy Behary, a founding fellow and consulting supervisor for The Academy of Cognitive Therapy (Aaron T. Beck Institute). Wendy has a specialty in treating narcissists and the people who live with and deal with them. In this episode Michael and Wendy discuss why so many elite performers are narcissists, and how we can be more effective with living and working with them. Michael Gervais: Welcome back or welcome to the Finding Master podcast, I’m Michael Gervais....