For many of us, this moment also invites us to reflect deeply upon other instances of violence that, sadly, are always occurring. Conflicts in countries like Iran, Syria, Yemen, or Afghanistan (among many others) are often omitted from our news cycle. Despite this, the people who are suffering in conflicts around the world are not so different from ourselves.The invitation with this practice is to put aside ideas and concepts about differences, shame, fear, survival, and the rest, and to simply see if you can begin to develop a felt sense of common humanity....

If you have a twenty dollar bill and you crumple it up, or it gets faded in the laundry, or passes through 50 to a 100 hands, at the end of the journey it’s still worth 20 dollars. It’s worth has not changed. It is not our experience that defines us, it’s our identity that defines us. You are a unique and perfect expression of life. No one before you and no one after you, is like you....

After graduating with a masters degree in Public Administration in International Development from Harvard, Torrence became the director of Inward Bound Mindfulness Education (iBme), in January 2011, helping to raise funds and organize retreats where teens learn to meditate. But in the spring of that year, Torrence was diagnosed with pneumonia. Doctors quickly realized it was something far more serious than a lung infection: giant cell myocarditis, a type of inflammation of the heart....

Guided Meditation: Connect to Your Fearless Heart Start by finding a comfortable seat. You can sit on a yoga block, a cushion, a sweatshirt, or a chair. Ground yourself in your seat, finding the connection between your feet and the ground. Then, start to feel your breath coming into your body. You may be breathing into your chest, or breathing into your belly. How does the breath feel coming in? How does the breath feel as it leaves?...

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In this practice, leaders are asked to notice the sensations in their body as they review a single calendar page from their schedules. Almost instantly, when leaders pause long enough, they notice that their chest or stomach has tightened or their neck has tensed up. They begin to become curious about those messages from the body. They begin to question the status quo. For many of us, a calendar of meeting after meeting seems inevitable....

Can I just say that when life gets a bit tricky, it’s definitely time to go on a date. HOLY HANNAH!! This date is sooo needed for my hubby and I. By the time it FINALLY rolls around, I will be jumping out of my seat!! You heard me right, we haven’t even done this date yet. But I’m going to give you the inside scoop anyway, that way you can start planning this date for the upcoming weekend!...

1) In the Morning: Move When you start your day on autopilot—rolling from your pillow, to your phone’s notifications, to your coffee, and then to work without pause—you miss out on insights that could help shape the rest of your day. Follow this mindful movement practice to intentionally start your morning with movement, breath, and stillness so you can focus your mind, energize your body, and listen in. 2) In the Afternoon: Relax Often when we’re stressed or overwhelmed, we aim to calm down our breathing or our thoughts—overlooking the impact that stress also has on our whole body....

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So, honey, if you got the “BIG NEWS”, we’ve got an easy or extravagant idea amongst this compilation from the divas and our awesome readers {thx!} on how to announce you’ve got a….. BABY ON BOARD! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. To learn more about ’em, click here. Doesn’t his face say it all?! If you’re like so many of us who test every single time we’re “late”, there’s a good chance that you’re gonna know before Daddy does....

We journalize our experiences, my wife weaves some of the river’s life into her artwork, and I use sightings of this and that as jumping-off points for my writing and naturalist work. We are truly fortunate—this is our work and our play. We’ve chosen this path in part for the sheer joy of it, the pure pleasure, for how good the beauty makes us feel. That may sound selfish, but it’s like the pleasure one gets from being around old friends who make you laugh, who are fully themselves around you, and who grant you the space to be fully yourself....

Let us introduce you to… You’re in bed and the temperatures are rising and then you say or hear this…”What do you want to do?” “I don’t know, what do you want to do?” We’ve all been here before! In the heat of the moment, we hope to fulfill our spouse’s bedroom desires by doing whatever they are in the mood for at that precise moment. The “usual” is what ends up happening because we can rely on that....

November and December are packed full of fun and memories! BUT they are also the busiest and most expensive times of the year. So we wanted to pass along our best tips and favorite deals to save you time and money! Because the holidays should really be all about faith and family. So here are our… BEST HOLIDAY SHOPPING/ BLACK FRIDAY TIPS… Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. To learn more about ’em, click here....

Tutorial: Blowout Hair at Home Step 1: Wash and condition your hair. The key to achieving amazing blowout hair at home starts with clean strands. For the best results, use a shampoo and conditioner as a system for your hair type. These systems are formulated and tested for use together where you discover the best results for your hair type. Much like how we’re taught to mix and match skincare products as little as possible, sticking to a homogenous wash-and-care system actually maximizes the range’s benefits and provides the best possible solutions for your needs—they’ve formulated their conditioners to work hand in hand with their shampoos, after all....

Any hair aficionado worth her salt has an arsenal that reflects the need for multiple sprays. Read on as you discover some of the best hair spray products out there: Best Hairspray Products for Different Occasions Whether you need a hair spray that’ll keep your style locked down all day long or you’re looking for a spray that’ll hold your beachy texture in place, we’ve got you covered! 1. For Touchable Hold: Suave Professionals Flexible Control Non-Aerosol Hairspray Ideal for keeping down styled, blown-out hair in place after a normal commute or while running errands, effective best hairspray for natural hold usually has anti-frizz properties to shield hair from environmental humidity and other city-life aggressors....

23 of the Best Wedding Hair Looks 1. Beach Waves Whether you have a destination wedding planned or are just looking for a more laid-back style for your big day, beach waves are always a good idea. Start by adding a messy wave to your natural texture by spraying your strands with Suave Professionals Sea Mineral Infusion Texturizing Sea Salt Spray, let it air dry, and use a 1-inch curling iron to define the waves....

Check out these Birthday Bingo Cards and give your husband the most creative birthday gift ever! We have a kids version too! You are going to fall in LOVE with this fantastic birthday gift idea!! It is a game and gift all in one, what could be better?!?! If you have been searching for an EXTRA- creative birthday gift for your husband {or wife!!}, then you are in the right spot!...

Birthdays only come once a year and we want to make them perfect for the ones we love the most…our spouse and kids! Creating a birthday that they want can be tricky. So today we are helping you fulfill birthday wishes by creating the birthday of their dreams! Let us introduce you to the Birthday Questionnaire… With the birthday questionnaire, dreams do come true! We are helping you create an unforgettable and magical birthday with this easy to fill out questionnaire....

5 Black Hairstyles for the Gym We are Loving Editor’s tip: Before starting your gym hairstyle, begin by prepping your hair with the LOC method (liquid, oil and cream). For the liquid section, try a leave-in conditioner, such as SheaMoisture 100% Virgin Coconut Oil Daily Hydration Leave-In. This formula works to strengthen and moisturize your hair. As for the hair oil and cream parts of your hair care routine, try out The Good Stuff Frizz Control Oil that works to penetrate into the hair as it delivers nourishment and Emerge My Everything Hair Butter Styling Cream, a lightweight cream that works to give your curls natural definition....

To save your ends we’re sharing our top tips and a tutorial so that you can learn how to achieve a natural hair blow out with minimal damage. Read on: Natural Hair Blow Out Tips 1. Start with clean hair. The number one key first step to a good blow out natural hair is to start with freshly washed and conditioned hair. We like to do this for several reasons but the biggest one is that it makes product application and detangling much easier....