With World Mental Health Day approaching on October 10th, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the small habits and rituals that help us protect our mental health and stay resilient. After all, if the past couple years have taught us anything, it’s that our mental well-being is just as important as our physical well-being…
We often hear “intrusive” as a negative word, and maybe some- times it is. We don’t want to overstep people’s boundaries, make them uncomfortable, or push past the point of politeness in our interactions. But I think we need to reframe intrusion as something critically necessary to having meaningful relationships. We have to be willing…
1. Make every day count Whether or not you’re actually there for the first smile or the first steps, make the most of whatever moments you do witness. 2. Celebrate even the small wins Celebrate every milestone (big or small)! Bring along a camera or a journal when you visit your grandchild so you can…
⌄ Scroll down to continue ⌄ We’ve certainly entered a new work normal in the post-pandemic world we live in these days. Many of us are used to getting up from bed, getting ready for work, and driving or commuting to the office. Depending on the size of the company, some of us may be…
Self-confidence does not come by itself; you have to work on it. While very few people are born with limitless self-confidence, most people have to build it gradually over long periods. Self-confidence can also ebb and flow, leaving you high and dry when you need it most. But here’s the good news: Self-confidence is 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. September 26, 2022 — 14:01 PM At mindbodygreen, we’ve waxed poetic on the importance of gut health. But in case you need a quick reminder: Your gut is at the…
September 26, 2022 — 11:25 AM If signs of aging are your main complexion concerns, you’ll likely come across a few common players as you fill your skin care arsenal. Topical retinol, of course, is the gold standard for healthy skin aging; vitamin C is also essential for collagen production; and peptides have certainly proven…
September 26, 2022 — 11:02 AM Eye health isn’t always top of mind until it has to be. Think about it—you may consume oranges to support your immune system, feed your gut with probiotic foods, or consume collagen for healthy skin aging, but what about eating for eye health? Maybe you chomp on a few…
You’re likely here because you are at your wits’ end with someone who always plays the victim. The soul-sucking, mood-dampening, eye-roll-inducing behavior impacts your personal and professional life and can chip away at your own self-esteem. If you try to help, you’re attacking a victim. If you passively accept it, you’re stuck in their rut.…
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. September 26, 2022 — 10:29 AM These grounding practices will help you to balance your first (root) chakra by building a healthy earth element in your body, which then translates…
