I want peace.I want more time.I want to feel more connected, and be able to stay in the present moment more often when I’m spending time with those in my life. Seem like a tall order? Not necessarily. In fact, we can reach some of these goals by simplifying our approach to everyday activities and encounters. One practice that brings us closer to strengthening our inner stability is letting go. I came into contact with the practice of letting go from one of my first teachers and mentors, James Baraz....

I honestly think these may be the cutest printables I’ve ever seen. Carisa, from Messes to Memories, truly created the all-time best printables! They are fun, and really POP! Which is a great representation of this date! You’re about to have a super fun night! Start by setting up your own Love Shack! There are so many options here. I draped a sheet over our headboard and propped it up on the front end....

Hit all the fun ‘hot spots’ in Vegas for date night with this fun and creative date night idea. I am madly in love with this guy…and as you will see from the following post….it’s pretty easy to stay that way! 🙂 My husband, Jamie, never ceases to amaze me. He is the perfect gentleman and he always puts my needs above his own. I had SO much fun on this date he planned for us…....

10 New Short Haircuts to Consider 1. Dip-Dyed Pixie A dip-dyed pixie? Sign us up. Dye your fresh new short haircut a bright shade of bleach blonde and have your stylist dip dye the ends pink. While the bleach is permanent, you can use a semi-permanent hair dye for the pink color and have it fade from bright to pastel to barely-there in no time. 2. Gravity-Defying Roots Boost your roots and give them a gravity-defying style with Catwalk by TIGI Root Boost Spray....

Haircut for A Thin Face: 21 Ideas for Women Bangs 1. Blunt Bangs Pair up your thin face shape with a chin length haircut to frame your face and a sharp blunt bang to match. 2. Layered Bangs If you’re looking to hide the narrow look of your face shape, a layered bang helps conceal it in a stylish way. To create a more stylish effect, go for wispy bangs....

Flip the Script? Change your storyline or simply notice it? Which is better? Many therapies—not to mention the advice we get from friends and our grandmother—encourage us to change the story we’re telling ourselves when that story causes us anxiety, depression, or other challenging mental states. In the recovery world it’s called “stinkin’ thinkin’,” the kind of self-talk that tells us we are no good or things are not going to work out or that the person we are about to go talk to is an absolute ogre....

That’s where mindfulness comes in. When we practice tuning in to the chatter of our minds and sweeping sensations of our bodies, we learn to separate those triggers from the deep well of knowledge that is our innate awareness. By practicing mindfulness we slowly give ourselves permission to choose how we respond in the world. It’s pretty powerful stuff. In this Big Think video, former Canadian intelligence officer Shane Parrish, creator of the website and learning community Farnam Street, shares three tips for making more mindful decisions:...

In this video from BigThink, Offerman shares three lessons on happiness that have carried him through life. 1) Discover what you love Offerman notes that for many people, it’s easy to do the minimum amount of work and still manage to have a comfortable life. “You can cruise through school as long as you get passing grades. You can get some job with which you can cover your living expenses, and that allows you to just watch TV, play video games to amuse yourself, engage in leisure all of the time you’re not earning your living,” he says....

The article also quotes Ohio Congressman and A Mindful Nation author Tim Ryan about this learning concept. SEL programs are expanding to schools in his district. To read “Goldie Hawn helps kids get zen—and smart,” click here. For more about mindfulness and education on Mindful.org, click here. For our continuing coverage of MindUP, click here. [Image: From “The Hawn Foundation – The MindUP Program” YouTube video] 06/21/12

The Current Best Trending Styles For Ethnic Hair Whether you want a refreshing back-to-school look or wish to resemble your favorite influencer or celebrity crush, here is our pick of ethnic styles to spice up your look! Read more to find what hairstyles are perfect for you. 1. Pink Yarn Braids Need hair inspiration for your beautiful hair that embraces your ethnic roots? We brought you pink yarn braids. Try this style for an eye-catching yet delicate hairstyle that protects chemically treated natural hair....

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. To learn more about ’em, click here. Think Crafts writes, “A few years ago my husband started to restore this tractor and finished it up a couple years ago. It currently takes up his side of the garage and he likes to drive it during tractor rides at the local county fairs. I made this album of pictures with him and his tractor. I used pictures from the recent Warren County Fair, and from back in 1951....

Those with triangle face shapes shouldn’t feel stuck when it comes to figuring out the right style. The key is to work with and enhance what you have. Read on to discover how to flatter your triangle face shape with your next hairstyle: Common Features of a Triangle Face Shape If you belong under this category, chances are you have one or more of these qualities: Your face is long rather than wide Forehead and temple area is narrow Cheekbones are flatter or not as prominent Jaw is wide, strong and angular, like those with a square face Jaw is wide but softer and slightly fleshy, like those with a round face Chin is squarish...

Best when worn high on the head (just a few inches shy of a top knot), the fishtail pony looks neat and preppy, but is also street-style savvy enough to be paired with your edgy outfits. Evenly at home teamed with a bateau tee as it is with your 90-inspired choker and frayed jeans, it’s a transitional hairstyle we are all about this season and know you’ll love, too! Read on for this quick and easy guide on how to create a fishtail ponytail braid....

Sure, it’s gotten quite the ironic hipster rap as of late and some guys might not be comfy with, well, an updo, but the man bun has some major style roots that go way back—like, ancient China back. And because samurai! (And fine, seriously speaking, it’s fun and versatile too, especially on wavy and curly textures.) The look is also regaining popularity as the perfect in-between hairstyle, now that dudes everywhere are experimenting with undercuts, i....

Creating an impressive updo on your own can be a difficult task, but adding a simple trendy accessory will make your job easier without sacrificing any intricacies. Keep reading for a quick step-by-step tutorial modeled by lifestyle blogger Louise Roe. Get the Look: Cool Upgraded Updo Step 1: Brush hair into a low pony. Start off by brushing all of your hair back into a low ponytail and use a hair tie to secure it....

Getting a Vintage-Inspired Haircut: What to Do First 1. Do Your Research What is it about vintage-inspired haircuts that you totally love? What decades inspire you? The first step to figuring out your best vintage-inspired haircut is to get lots of inspiration! We’ve done quite a few articles on popular haircuts through the ages. Take a look at the cuts that were popular in the ’40s, for some old school inspiration....

Whether you want to try out this look to see how short hair looks on you, or to impress your special someone, here’s how you can create this romantic wavy faux bob hairstyle for just one night. Read on: Get the Look: Wavy Faux Bob

Our Current Fave Wedding Guest Hairstyle 1. Heat Protect Before Styling This wedding guest hairstyle requires your to create some loose curls with a curling iron. Before you curl your hair, remember to use a heat protectant spray. A heat protectant will not only keep your strands safe from breakage, it will also give you a shine and frizz-free finish! TRESemmé Thermal Creations Heat Tamer Spray is one of our faves to use before any serious styling....