My mother was my first country. The first place I ever lived.” —Nayyirah Waheed As I get older and think about having my own children, I find myself thinking a lot about what motherhood means. I’ve been looking to the mothers that I know—my friends, my aunts, my husband’s sisters, and most of all, my …
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It can be easy to mistake inaction for self-care. Although we are a generation tired of overdoing things—over-consuming, overworking, overthinking—self-care does not necessarily mean the opposite. Not doing what your body and mind need you to do or act on is self-sabotage. It is important to understand the difference to know whether you’re actually taking …
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Spring is a time of renewal, new adventures, new possibilities, and even new romance. We spend much of our time loving and thinking about those we’re close to—family, friends, and partners, but we hardly spend any time on and with ourselves. To reach our greatest potential in all dimensions, we must practice self-care and self-love …
CARING FOR THE SKIN AROUND THE EYES The skin around the eyes tends to be thinner and more delicate as it is not as fat-enriched and does not contain many sebaceous glands. As a result, squinting from the sun or focusing your eyesight on reading or driving can contribute to crow’s feet and other fine …
What is the promise of recovery, if not to become more solid, more okay, more peaceful inside no matter what?
Forgiveness is a topic that comes up constantly, especially for people who struggle with addiction.
The vagus nerve plays a central role in your emotional and physical health. It is constantly scanning for cues to determine whether situations or people are safe, dangerous, or life threatening.
Resilience is a set of strategies that can be learned and practiced to work through the pain of your past until you find resolution in the here and now.
“I’m getting negative vibes.” How often do we hear people say that when they cannot explain why they feel like running away from certain people or situations? Unfortunately, the reality is that negative energy that feels dark, abusive, and heavy can fill environments, people, and even our minds. But there are signs we can look …
THE SKIN EATS! Remember this: Applying a substance to the skin bypasses digestion—it goes full strength into the bloodstream. Think of beauty products as food. You might not want to use it on your skin if you can’t eat it. BALANCED DIGESTION IS PARAMOUNT TO GOOD HEALTH The first line of defense for the skin …
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