Author Archives: Heart2Heart

Young Latino Business Owners Getting Helping Hand Amid Hispanic Heritage Month

Entrepreneurs making inspired strides to galvanize, empower & bolster underrepresented young Latino business owners; First annual October ‘LatinX Travel Summit’ convenes businesses and professionals in the fields of travel, music, tech, media, and health and wellness  to drive awareness, visibility, networking, mentorship, resources and other support opportunities for young Latino entrepreneurs and Latin American-focused companies…

Feeling Overwhelmed? Try This 15-Minute Yoga Routine To Calm Your Body & Mind

Each and every one of us could probably use a little bit of extra calming, grounding energy in our lives right now. In fact, that’s exactly why yoga instructor, Strala Yoga founder, and mbg collective member Tara Stiles created this 15-minute yoga flow—ideal for whenever you’re feeling overwhelmed. “This is a simple practice that will…

A Clinical Psychologist’s Top Tip For Boosting Self-Esteem

October 1, 2021 — 1:05 AM Self-esteem is ever-fluctuating throughout our lives, and though it’s always important, it’s not always so easy to find. On a recent episode of the mbg podcast, clinical psychologist and board-certified nutritionist Nicole Beurkens, Ph.D., CNS weighed in on how to help build kids’ self-esteem—and her advice applies to adults, too.…

I’m A Sleep Psychologist & This Is The Best Time Of Day To Exercise

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 30, 2021 — 23:16 PM Regular movement can pay off in many areas, including your sleep. Exercising has long been considered part of a solid sleep hygiene routine, but…

6 RD-Approved Fall Foods To Help Keep Your Summer Glow

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 30, 2021 — 20:40 PM As the seasons shift, so do the available items on produce shelves and, of course, in farmers markets. While we’re familiar with the flavors…

These 3 Kitchen Scraps Double As Food For Your Garden Plants

Plants, like humans, need certain nutrients to grow strong. Healthy, balanced soil contains all of the nutrients a plant needs, but it can lose them over time—which is where plant foods and fertilizers come in. Complete fertilizers often contain the three essential plant nutrients—nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium—as well as a number of beneficial micronutrients that…

New Research Finds The Secret To Striking Up Conversations With Strangers

September 30, 2021 — 13:05 PM How often have you avoided getting into a deep discussion with a stranger because you figured they’d prefer to keep the conversation light? According to new research published in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, you might be better off just diving in. For this study, researchers wanted to…

We’d Move Off-Grid For This Cabin Tucked In The Canadian Woods

September 30, 2021 — 12:19 PM Ever dreamt of packing up your life and moving off the grid? In 2017, filmmaker Sacha Roy (@canadiancastaway on Instagram) did just that, and his cabin in the remote woods of Quebec is a testament to the beauty of simple living. Here, Roy shows us around the space he…

The Better You Sleep, The More You Forget (But Wait — That’s A Good Thing)

September 30, 2021 — 11:02 AM Sleep and memory: We know the two have a direct relationship (inadequate sleep decreases brain activity and limits access to learning, memory, and concentration), but are you familiar with how, exactly, your shut-eye plays a role?  Apparently, it’s not that a lack of sleep impairs your ability to remember—according…

We Know That Collagen Supplements Help The Skin — But What’s The Deal With Hair?

September 30, 2021 — 10:03 AM Collagen is often touted to reduce signs of aging, plump up skin, and add a youthful glow to our complexions.* Since collagen is the body’s most abundant protein and found in connective tissues, joints, and skin, we’d say it’s a pretty big deal.* In addition to the many full-body…