Oh, how we’ve waxed poetic on the many, many ways to balance blood sugar levels, from nutrition tips to stress management to easy, underrated hacks (try going for a quick walk after a meal, trust us!). On that latter note, exercise physiologist, personal trainer, and New York Times bestselling author Ben Greenfield recently shared a…
Our editors have independently chosen the products listed on this page. If you purchase something mentioned in this article, we may earn a small commission. February 23, 2022 — 11:32 AM Hair types can vary widely, but for people with what’s known as “natural hair,” there’s a six (and sometimes) seven-type range that encompasses curly…
February 23, 2022 — 11:03 AM That which isn’t seen cannot change. Many couples try to handle relationship injuries by sweeping them under the rug. This is a big mistake. When avoidance or neglect become a strategy, you get a seriously lumpy rug. And when we are harboring hurt, or waiting for hurt to happen…
As a three to four cups of coffee a day kind of person, I’ll be the first to admit that my caffeine habits can occasionally affect my sleep quality. In general, I don’t become highly energetic or jittery, but when my coffee consumption slips well into the evening, tossing and turning can ensue. I know…
Our editors have independently chosen the products listed on this page. If you purchase something mentioned in this article, we may earn a small commission. February 23, 2022 — 10:02 AM Omega-3s are essential nutrients with benefits that extend from your head to your toes.* And how can you get more of them? You’re about…
February 23, 2022 — 10:00 AM Many of us go into hibernation around February, when the hype of the holidays and a brand-new year has died down and the temperatures have dropped. It’s the perfect time to turn inward and work on ourselves. And while personal growth doesn’t happen overnight, the journey doesn’t have to…
It’s a tough question even for poetry buffs: “What is the saddest love poem ever written?” As you’ll see with the collection of painful love poems in this post, there are many contenders for that mark of distinction. If you’ve ever written a, you’ll find plenty here that resonates. Even if you learn to let…
Everyone knows one of the most crucial components to a successful relationship is good communication. Regular, meaningful conversation with your partner allows you to connect and strengthens your relationship. It can help you learn about who they are and what made them that way. However, as true as that may be, it doesn’t make coming…
Do you know a manipulative apology when you hear one? Or do you hear them more easily with some people than with others? Apologies without change — without any attempt to correct hurtful behavior or make amends — are not sincere. And in many cases, which we describe in this post, they’re manipulative. Intentions matter,…
Life is a journey that presents us with an array of positive and negative experiences along the way. Every experience holds the potential for personal growth and self-awareness. By examining each experience, our reaction to it, and how it impacts ourselves and others, we become more enlightened and emotionally intelligent people. This awareness is especially…
