If you’re about the have a money conversation with your spouse, family member or business partner, try this body check-in practice to find balance. Body Check-In Practice Before you begin, give yourself a moment to pause and get quiet. You can close your eyes if that feels right, or keep them open. Take time to get curious and begin to notice and listen to anything that’s happening inside your body....

For those of you getting excited that we’ve appeared to make some sort of headway in introducing nuance into our gender stereotypes, you’ll have to hold those horses. The catalogue is only published in Sweden. Further, not all images in the catalogue are gender neutral. This publicity stunt, beyond being an excellent selling tool that could theoretically harness the buying power of both sexes for toys previously categorized for “just boys” or “just girls,” points to what could be in store for our shopping future....

How to Rock 1920s Hairstyles for Short Hair 1. 1920s Finger Waves Hairstyle for Short Hair Luscious finger waves were one of the biggest styles of the ’20s, as many old Hollywood movie stars and Flappers were known to wear this wavy look. To get this iconic look in today, start by applying a sculpting gel, like Nexxus Exxtra Hold Sculpting Gel, onto wet, parted hair. To get that S-shaped wave, use your fingers, a comb, or a clip to carefully mold your hair into a defined S shape before the gel completely dries....

Whether it’s pain in the body, a mind that doesn’t seem to know peace, or a world at war with itself, we can pay attention to the hurt and care for the wound, honoring it, instead of just trying to get away from it. We can then rest in the simple truth that we’re here and we care about what’s difficult. When we truly tend to our hearts and allow them to be touched by what is difficult, let them break, from the fear of pain or hurt, what arises is a natural tenderness....

The power of inquiry arises from the fact that our experience of life is shaped by a thick web of interconnected stories and beliefs. We judge ourselves: I’m not good enough. We attach: Nothing ever turns out right. We resist what is: It’s too cold out. These stories and beliefs play in our minds like background music at a restaurant, so familiar that we are no longer conscious of them....

At the 2013 Wisdom 2.0 conference, a presenter from Google gave a simple demonstration. I’ve adapted it into the following practice, called the Seventy-Ninth Organ. Try it with your kids, but also try it with your adult friends and colleagues. The Seventy-Ninth Organ: A Mindful Cell Phone Practice The human body has seventy-eight organs. We need each organ to do its job well in order to keep our bodies healthy....

I’m pretty sure I’m not alone here. Any girl with curly hair can relate to how good it feels to skip the diffusing process and opt for air-drying instead. Summer is all about hairstyles that don’t require much effort, but still has the ability to turn a few heads when walking down the street. Below I’m giving you the lowdown on my super curated summer hair care routine for curly hair....

With techniques like balayage, hair is painted on or highlighted freehand by a colorist—no caps, no grid-like pattern via foil. The result is a softer, “swept-on” effect, a.k.a. the most natural-looking highlights ever, in our humble opinion. The bottom line is to have the results look as natural and as lived-in as possible, and to add dimension to an otherwise one-tone look. Since it looks so natural, the regrowth line is less noticeable and women can go longer between touch-ups....

This is the season when many of us opt for air-drying over anything else. However, air-drying doesn’t always give you the results you’re looking for. Read on for our tips on how you can beat the heat whether you’re air-drying, blow-drying, or simply wearing a protective style to avoid it all: 3 Hairstyle Tips to Beat the Heat 1. Tips for Air-drying Let’s revisit the air-drying method. This method of drying is great if you’re looking to create naturally wavy hairstyles, hairstyles with texture, or, if you have curly hair and want to cut back on heat styling....

The Best Conditioners & Techniques for Co Washing Over the years, companies have created cleansing conditioners that both hydrate and clean the hair eliminating the need for shampoo. Check out these best co-washing conditioners and techniques. Cleansing Conditioner Method: Try Co-Washing Instead. Now, whether or not you want to use a cleansing conditioner instead of a regular conditioner is totally up to you. We just want to highlight the benefits of washing your hair with a conditioner for the days you need a boost of moisture....

Best Hair Product for an Undercut: 11 Best Long Undercuts for Men One of the best things about a long undercut is its versatility, and just in case you lost touch with the many other ways to wear it while it’s going through its stages, we did it for you. We’d really hate to see this edgy trend go out of style, so scroll on: 1. Comb-Over Long Undercut for Men Old versions of this “dad” look might have sustained a bad rap, but this modern update is sleek, smooth, and even kind of sexy....

Choosing Your Shade of Pink Ombré Which shade of pink ombré you go with is completely up to you! That being said, there are certain shades that pair perfectly with specific skin tones. Light to Fair Skin If you have fair skin or light hair: Ladies with lighter skin tones should choose to go soft pink or all out with bright pink, depending on whether they want to complement their skin or create a bold contrast....

Listen to Episode 1: We Can’t Live Like This Anymore Guided Meditations to Pair with this Episode of Burnout 1) A Body Scan to Tune into What You May Be Holding 2) Name Your Values So You Know When Your Actions Aren’t Aligned with Them 3) “Touch and Let Go” Meditation, To Observe Your Thoughts, Not Attach To Them 4) A Mindful Inquiry: Calming the Rush of Panic read more Mindful Staff May 17, 2022...

But practicing a simple thing in difficult circumstances is, well, no longer simple. Carefully folding the sails and coiling the rope while on the deck of a storm-tossed sailboat, with screaming winds and crashing waves, is decidedly difficult. And it’s a bit like practicing mindfulness in the midst of a global pandemic, raging environmental disasters, and an unprecedented political maelstrom. How do we, as Rudyard Kipling once said, “keep your head when all about you are losing theirs and blaming it on you”?...

After scans, it seems like we always have to wait at least 20 minutes for the doctor. I don’t mind waiting in the lobby, but once we’re in the office, it’s torture. I know that the doctor could walk in at any second with news that could change everything. I brace myself with every sound of footsteps in the hallway. My wife and I always hold hands and meditate during this time....

The Secret to Cool Girl Braids The secret to cool girl braids is focusing on adding in texture and volume during prep time. Once you’ve gotten your desired texture it’s key to focus on creating a looser braid. Prep your hair with a light texturizing spray that won’t over saturate your hair but will still offer some body and movement. Bed Head by TIGI Superstar Queen for a Day Thickening Spray is the perfect product to build body in your hair that won’t deflate or make your hair feel crunchy....