First, we practice a little self-compassion ourselves. This can start with just noting to ourselves the pain, shame and disappointment we feel, before connecting to the universal human experience that yes, all parents will experience this at some point. And then, heart a little more open, and head a bit more clear, we move toward action with our child. But what is the best action to take? Do we make them apologize on the playground?...
To find out which practice is best for you, ask yourself these three questions: What benefits are you looking for?Do you hope to relax? Focus better? Develop more equanimity? Improve your health? Consciously or not, each of us comes to a meditation practice with our own hopes or goals. Which Type of Meditation Do You Practice?Meditation comes in many forms, with mindfulness the best-known these days, but not the only one....
The roots of that raw emotional power are sunk deep within the brain, which seems to come pre-wired for music. Long before babies have any significant experience with music, they can detect changes in pitch, tempo, and melodic contour. They can even recognize a tune when it’s played in a different pitch or tempo. According to psychologist Sandra Trehub of the University of Toronto, infants also seem to have an innate preference for sounds, such as perfect fourths and fifths, that we label consonant, but recoil from dissonant sounds....
When did you start doing mindfulness practice? About seven years ago, I started experimenting with meditation. I would listen to CDs and lie down, things like that. I tried out a couple of different groups. I tried doing it on my own. But really, it all started to come together about three years ago. I really consider that my mindfulness practice began at that time, when I found my community at InsightLA....
The pace and intensity of our lives, now exacerbated by current levels of external changes and unknowns, leave many of us feeling like that person riding a frantically galloping horse. This can be the result of anxiety about the unknown, too much to do and not enough time; the pressure to produce and tick off items on our to-do list by each day’s end—seems to decide the direction and quality of our existence for us....
What just happened? As educator Elizabeth Cox explains in this TedEd video, the answer lies in the complicated relationship between short-term stress and memory. When you learn something new, facts you read or hear become a memory through three main steps: Once a memory is created, it can later be retrieved by the prefrontal cortex, the area of the brain responsible for your thoughts, attention, and ability to reason. In the first two stages of creating a memory, moderate stress can actually be helpful for retaining information, as hormones released in periods of stress stimulates the brain....
World Kissing Day is Here 1. Curly and Cute Curly ringlets are so cute and dainty–they’re sure to give you that extra kissable look! Embrace your natural curls and give them a boost with Bed Head by TIGI Foxy Curls Mousse. This product will bring out the bounce in your curls and give you beautiful, date night tresses. 2. Flirty Fishtail We love a good fishtail, it’s simple to create but it looks complex and wild....
Here are some tips for unearthing your hidden passion. 1) Clarify your values What really matters to you in life? What do you believe in? What brings you the most joy or lights you up? It could be exploring new places, family, justice, or supporting the arts, as examples. A Mindfulness Practice for Exploring What You Value: Think of an object related to your values and how it might be utilized in a job or hobby....
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. To learn more about ’em, click here. I hope you all fall in love with this idea like I did! Jordan Ferney called it the Envelope Surprise, and it is such a sweet and thoughtful way to tell someone how amazing they are… AND not only will you share this with them, but all their closest family and friends too!!! Here is a peek at the finished product… then I am going to tell you how to get yours started today!...
As we move onto Day 11 of the 30 Day Love Challenge, we’re focusing on a short and sweet love note today… that leads to a little somethin-somethin’ later in the day!!! By slipping your spouse a sweet love note, you are showing him or her that they are a priority in your life and that YOU want to take the time to pamper them. MATERIALS NEEDED: Paper or Sticky Note Pen Massage Oils or Lotions Aromatherapy Candles (Optional) LOVE CHALLENGE – DAY 11 Touch has an amazing therapeutic element to it....
We’re already on DAY TWO!! Ok, brace yourself… this one is HARD!! As in, this just MIGHT take you TWO minutes… instead of one!! MATERIALS NEEDED: A Cell Phone A Creative Brain 😉 OR our fun text ideas below!! LOVE CHALLENGE – DAY 2: You, lucky duck, get to send a sweet, sexy, or FLIRTY test to your sweetheart! How fun {and easy} is that!?! And to help you out, we have a few options you can use if you are stumped on what wording to use… who knows, these just MIGHT get the creative juices flowing!...
It’s ideal to develop a familiarity and skill with these strategies when you’re not feeling strong fear so that they’re available to you when they’re most needed. So let’s start with a short mindfulness practice that helps bring us here into our body, in this moment. A Guided Grounding Practice Finding a comfortable posture with both feet on the floor, allow the eyes to gently close. Or, lower your gaze....
The Perfect Shoulder Length Hair Ideas for Fall 1. Natural Curls Some days you just want a no-fuss look to rock all day long–a naturally curly medium-length cut can certainly fulfill that goal. To make the most of your curls, use some of the TRESemmé TRES Two Extra-Firm Control Mousse to provide your shoulder length hair with added body, definition, and control. 2. Curly Side-Swept Fishtail Perfectly undone braids are all the rage right now and no one can achieve the look better than someone with a headful of curls....
You are going to LOVE these great tips we have to get you out on date night with your hot hubby!! Enjoy your alone time withOUT worrying about the kids! Trying to find a babysitter each time you want to go out on a date can be SUPER stressful! You have to worry about who to call, then when you do think of someone that seems trustworthy enough, you have to worry if they will even be available!...
We know it’s hard and with Halloween around the corner, temptation is EVERYWHERE! If it isn’t us digging into the Halloween dish, it’s our cute kids sneaking treats and ending up on sugar overload! Well….NOT this year! We’ve come up with OVER 100 sugar-free OR non-candy ideas to pass out as healthy Halloween treats! Start a trend and see how many thankful parents you meet! 25 Halloween Craft Treats 25 Sugar-Free Candies 25 Small Toys 25 Non-Candy Options 7 BONUS Health and Body Options...
Birthdays are such an exciting time! When you are raising kids, the end of the year and the beginning of a new one is a memorable time that you want to bottle up and always remember. Each year they change so much. Capturing that sweet and exciting time can bring you joy for years to come. Even as an adult, taking birthday photos can be a fun way to celebrate another year!...
Want to recreate the gifts from the classic Christmas carol, The 12 Days of Christmas with a sexy twist? Our revamped and refreshed 12 Sexy Days of Christmas will make NIGHTTIME your favorite holiday tradition! Because who isn’t looking for a Christmas countdown that’s more naughty than nice? The 12 Sexy Nights of Christmas printable download includes everything needed for you and your holiday honey to have yourselves a very Merry Christmas....
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