In the early 2000s I realized one day that I had about 10,000 days left to live. (That’s the average life expectancy for a male in his late forties.) Up until that point in my life I had been very fortunate and no particular need seemed unfulfilled. I took it upon myself to investigate what possibly could be the most rewarding and useful way to spend those 10,000 days. I ventured on to study the teachings of the Far East and New Age Spirituality as well as modern research on happiness set-points, genetics, neuroscience and evolutionary theory....

Keeping the Love Alive Finances Intimacy Are you ready for our best marriage tips?! Here we go! Tips for Keeping the Love Alive 1. You should love your spouse the least on your wedding day. My uncle said this to his daughter on her wedding day during the family dinner, and at first, I was a little taken aback. “What?! What did Uncle Burns just say?!” But, he continued, “Your love for your spouse should grow each and every single day....

Listen as Kenison reads from her book, The Gift of an Ordinary Day. This video went viral, with more than million and a half views. Katrina Kenison spent many years working in publishing, first as an in-house editor at Houghton Mifflin Company in New Haven, New York, and Boston, and then, as the series editor of The Best American Short Stories. She’s written and edited several books. Her writing has appeared in O The Oprah Magazine, Real Simple, Country Living, Family Circle, Redbook, and other publications....

The artwork in your home should represent you and the things you love. Add a little character to your space with a piece of gorgeous customizable wall art that is all about you and your spouse! These beautiful wall prints were designed by our talented designer, Messes to Memories. She does fabulous work! Check out how gorgeous these prints are… We have 5 different options for simple, romantic wall art prints that you can add your names, a funny love note, or even a detailed love story....

Basically a twist on the regular low chignon—which is beloved by yogis and French girls everywhere—the pretzel bun hairstyle builds on the easy, chic wearability of a side bun, but then adds some fun texture into the mix with the help of some clever hair twists. And just like the addictive snack it’s named after, the pretzel bun hairstyle is simple, straightforward and a surefire crowd-pleaser. Read on to learn more about how you can master the Instagram-worthy pretzel bun hairstyle....

How to Prevent Sweaty Hair Believe it or not, many women use sweaty strands as an excuse to avoid the gym, and we get that. I mean, who wants to ruin perfect curls for the sake of a workout? Recently, we spoke to Chicago-based hairstylist and makeup artist Etta Polstein about this phenomenon. We were pretty excited when we heard her expert advice. Spoiler alert: The secret to avoiding sweaty hair is all in the styling....

Often, in my personal practice, I contemplate the fact that many people experience a great deal of stress while trying to focus on the breath and control their attention for long periods of time. In fact, mindfulness practices that instruct people to confront their inner world directly, and to quiet the mind, can feel very disorienting for BIPOC, trauma survivors, people from marginalized communities, and even those of us who are simply exhausted due to hardships and life....

Out of the aforementioned styles, retro glam waves are hot on our radar at the moment. It’s a sexy look that has been a favorite since the 1930s (not to mention that it’s still one of the hottest vintage hairstyles to date). In the past, women used soft sponge rollers to achieve the look, but today, it’s as simple as using a hair wand and a great brush. Read on to learn more about how you can score this look in under 20 minutes....

In the video below, Goldstein goes through a short practice you can weave into your day to step into that space between stimulus and response. Stop: Get comfortable in the position you’re in, almost as if you’re relaxing into this moment. Take a breath: Take a few deep breaths, and as you’re taking these breaths, see if you can pay attention to the sensation of the breath coming in and the sensation of the breath going out as if this was the first time you’ve ever noticed this breath before....

If you’re looking to update your short ‘do, or in the market for a new cut and color, in our round-up below, you’ll see some of the best short ombre hair looks to try. Hope you’re ready for the camera, because these trendy hairstyles and color ideas are all good bait for street style photographers. Short Ombre Hair: 5 Hot Styles to Try 1. Wavy, Undone Short Hair Looking for a low-key way to wear your short hair?...

The beauty of the braided side bun hairstyle is how quick and easy it is to create. You can even refresh it post-workout and rock with ease. So if you’re looking to try a new braided updo for the gym to complement your fresh workout gear, we have you covered in our side braid bun braid tutorial! Read on to learn how you can create this refreshingly easy look in a few steps and what key hair care products you’ll need to master this sporty new ‘do....

Mindfulness meditation has shown great promise in treating the symptoms of a number of medical problems. This study tested the efficacy of a brief, simple meditation practice called Kirtan Kriya as an intervention for people with memory loss. The meditation practice was performed by each participant for only 12 minutes each day over an eight-week period. The results revealed positive results in both functional neuroimaging changes as well as an improvement in cognitive functioning....

The Real Meaning of Equality for Women In honor of International Women’s Day and this year’s theme to #BreaktheBias, we spoke to Mizrahi about her hair covering practice, her modesty, and how we can all work together to move towards a more inclusive world. Choosing Modesty in an Age of Sharing For Mizrahi, choosing not to share her image online isn’t a hard and fast rule, but she does prefer to stay private in a world that overshares....

There is just something indescribably wonderful about warm, homemade soup on a cold winter’s day. I don’t love the cold weather, but sipping hot soup while looking at the wintery wonderland outside somehow just makes everything bearable and, yes, even enjoyable. If you love soup too, consider your next group date night or gathering with friends to include a soup swap. A soup swap party is easy to organize (especially with these gorgeous printables we have for you), it is soup–er fun (see what I did there?...

The film was made solely by students and tackles the growing bullying issue. Alex Vander Vlugt wants his film to help “combat bullying and encourage teens to talk about the issue.” “The mission of Speak Out: The Documentary is to make a positive difference in the lives of children and youth and build a bully-free society for all students and community members,” Vlugt said in a press release. “Created by youth for youth, the film will help us speak out for those who can’t....

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Tutorial: Hair Extensions on Updos for Medium Hair Loved this fun updo for medium-length hair? Be sure to check out our previous Style It On tutorials for even more hair inspiration. Show us your finished product by tagging us using the hashtag #StyleItOn on Instagram and Twitter!

Just because your styling becomes quicker doesn’t mean it has to be less cute and stylish. Check out these summer weekend styles we love, and get ready to do them over and over again as they’re super easy to create. Read on: The Perfect Styles for Your Summer Weekend Saturday Embrace your natural hair texture during your Saturday. If it’s extra hot out, chances are you’ll sweat out most styles, so why not just enhance the texture you already have?...

I told my personal sports consultant, the hubby, that I just didn’t get it and he then took the time to share with his sports-illiterate wife the story of Pete Frates… the inspirational former athlete who started it all. Intrigued, I wanted to know a little more and I looked up the clip that ESPN aired on him. You can watch it here…. if you are a skeptic like I was, it just might change your perspective....