Are you ready for another easy and hilarious DATE NIGHT? This game is so much fun and will help you get to know your spouse just a little bit better! MATERIALS NEEDED: If the Shoe Fits Date Night Game Printables Cute twine and pens for the Invitation (optional!) A pair of shoes for each person LOVE CHALLENGE – DAY 14: This hilarious game will test how well you know what your spouse thinks about your relationship!...

THE MISTLETOE KIT Need a creative, cheap (and kind of sassy) DIY Christmas gift for your man? Well, consider it done, because we’ve put together a darling DIY gift for your husband that will keep that fire burning throughout the holiday season! Announcing The Dating Diva’s DIY Mistletoe Kit!!! Adorable right?! What’s even better is that we’re sharing these darling printables with you just because we like ya! Yup! Free printables!...

In September, the year of Our Lord 1954, a gifted young minister from Atlanta named Martin Luther King, Jr., accepted his first pastorate at the Dexter Avenue Baptist Church in Montgomery, Alabama. He was 25 years old, and in the language of the Academy, he took his first job when he was ABD at Boston University’s School of Theology—All But Dissertation—which is a common and necessary practice for scholars who have completed their course work and have families to feed....

If you’re tired of dealing with a dry, irritated scalp, then get to the root of the problem. One of the most important steps you need to take in replenishing your dry scalp is finding out what causes of dry scalp are. Figuring out the cause of your dry scalp is key to finding a treatment that’s perfect for your needs. Read on and see how to treat each problem below:...

While most girls that don’t have a dry natural hair texture can probably get away with not deep conditioning their hair (which we disagree with for the most part), natural hair types cannot get away with this. After shampooing, a process that cleanses and removes oil, you have to replenish the moisture back into your hair. You can’t do this with a conditioner that isn’t optimized for restoring the feel and health of your locks....

Our Summer Hair Care Favorites Eunice Lucero, Editor-in-Chief “Going blonde has definitely made me more aware of my rinsing game, so much so that purple shampoo and UV protection are now desert-island staples—literally! Not only do I keep a stash of Catwalk by TIGI Fashionista Blonde Shampoo, Fashionista Blonde Conditioner and Fashionista Blonde Mask in my shower, I also decant them into mini-travel bottles for travel. That, plus a spritzing of Bed Head by TIGI Beach Bound Protection Spray before any pool or seaside situation, keeps my blonde creamier and healthier-feeling than its ever been....

New research from Michigan State University suggests that trust as an element of the doctor-patient relationship could be more important than previously considered. In fact, it can change the brain’s response to stress and improve the patient’s ability to tolerate pain. Researchers assigned patients to one of two types of interviews with a doctor prior to a functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) scan. In the first group, the doctor asked the patient open-ended questions, addressed their concerns, and allowed patients to speak freely about their life and social factors influencing their stress....

I LOVE the New Year! It is a beautiful fresh start with a crisp new calendar, and a whole year of adventures to look forward to. You never know just what the new year is going to bring. 🙂 Every year I love setting new goals and with a passion I set out to achieve them. The first week or so things are always smooth-sailing and my goals seem easy… then a little more time goes by and I either (A) forget I even set any goals or (B) give up....

All you need to do for this quick and easy craft project is to cut out the design along the outer edges. Then, use a large craft punch to cut out the circular opening (an X-acto knife would work great too!). Fold along the dashed line and place the tag over your hubby’s favorite drink of choice. In our case, I slipped the opening over a bottle of James’ favorite root beer....

Maybe you’re a newlywed. Maybe you’ve recently moved. Maybe you and your spouse are just trying to branch out and meet new people. No matter the reason, we know the dilemma all too well: How do you meet {and keep} quality married friends? And how do you meet couples that both you and your spouse will enjoy spending time with? We’ve got some insider tips and tricks for finding quality and lasting married friends that will only help strengthen your own marriage....

How to Flat Iron Hair Safaa’s Hair CV What’s your hair type? The size of the section will depend on your hair density but be careful not to make them too big, as this will result in insufficient straightening. Why a fine-toothed comb? Because this will allow smooth, detangled sections of hair to be fed into the flat iron, giving a sleeker end result. “It’s naturally quite wavy and thick....

Read on to learn how to nail each look in under 10 minutes each: Get The Look: Simple Flower Braid Updo Can’t get enough of braids? Then you’re in luck because we have loads more styles for you to try. Keep scrolling for your next fix. Get the Look: Intricate Flower Braid This will add additional texture and grip to your tresses, making them easier to braid. Do this by dividing a section of hair into three equal parts....

“I’ll make the vet appointment.” “Are we out of sugar already?!” “I have to meet with that intern and might be late tonight.” “I love that dress on you.” “Did you notice the car is making that funny noise again?” If you’re like most people, only a tiny fraction of such an exchange will stay with you. According to neuropsychologists’ understanding of memory, the mundane experiences of our lives vanish into the mists of time unless they trigger one of three mental reactions: They strike an emotional chord (“are we out of sugar” sounds to you like the accusatory “didn’t you put it on the shopping list when you finished it?...

One of the practices is called “The Freedom Practice” and I wanted to share it with you because it can be so useful in gaining freedom from styles of thinking that don’t serve us and keep us stuck in stress, anxiety, depression, and even our addictive behaviors. Sometimes I call these styles of thinking “Mind Traps.” Mind traps are styles like catastrophizing, blaming, and exaggerating the negative and discounting the positive or just your most common negative thoughts....

This video from Greater Good Science Center offers a simple practice to help foster gratitude in children: Four Ways to Foster Gratitude in Children Grateful kids and teens are less likely to experience depression or jealousy, and more likely to do well in school, according to research from the American Psychological Association. Researchers have identified four parts of gratitude that help children practice gratefulness using the “notice-think-feel-do” questions: Kids may not always be able to answer all of these questions, but practicing them will reinforce the habit of expressing gratitude and appreciation over time....

Congratulations on celebrating your fourth anniversary together! Every year that you have been married is worth celebrating, and an anniversary is the perfect chance to remember the day you committed to be each other’s partners through life! There is no question that completing your fourth year together is worthy of a celebration and a special gift, but what? No worries – we have got you covered! With these Fourth Anniversary gift ideas, we have 3 that are perfect for a fourth anniversary PLUS we have over a dozen links to additional gift ideas and suggestions for celebrating your special day!...

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. To learn more about ’em, click here. What’s Included in Your Free Halloween Mad Gab Game Pack In order to help you have the best night ever, we have created a pack of fab-BOO-lous goodies for you to to print, prep, and enjoy on game night! Take a look at the FREE Halloween Mad Gab printables below, and keep reading for a closer look at how to use them....

The doctors found Geoff had acute myeloid leukemia (AML), a rare and very serious blood cancer. The cancer cells were crowding out the normal blood cells, putting him at risk for severe infections, bleeding, and sapping his life energy. Geoff was given six hours to leave the hospital to prepare for a prolonged hospital admission. Facing six hours that could be his last out in the world, he went to his apartment to get music, gym pants, and his pillow....

Bounce Back in the Morning After Going to Bed with Wet Hair First thing’s first, if your hair is still a little damp when you wake up and you feel like your hair is giving off an “oily” appearance, you should go in with a little bit of dry shampoo. Dove Refresh+Care Fresh Coconut & Hydration Dry Shampoo will revive your hair and remove that fake oily appearance, plus it smells like coconut and sweet lime!...