Here’s what you gotta know. The FDA Just Banned Red Dye No. 3: The Future of Processed Foods Is Red Wine Any Healthier for You Than White Wine? Proffee Is the Hottest New Beverage Trendbut Should You Really Be Adding Protein to Your Coffee? Our editors independently select these products. Want to learn more about MCT oil? registered dietitian based in Baltimore and Washington, D.C. Why would someone want to use MCT oiland does it have any downsides?...

It’s an exhausting cycle, especially when the typical advice that’s given is “try yoga!” or “go on vacation!” or “take the day off!” So what do you do? You take the advice, and you shrink it into bite-size moments of calmi.e., micro-meditations. What are micro-meditations, and how do they differ from longer meditations? … Micro-meditations are basically just shorter meditation sequences. They range in pop in and can includebreathwork, visual meditations, or any mindfulness practice you enjoyjust fun-size....

You don’t need a lot of time to ease mental tension. Learn from meditation experts about the benefits of micro-meditation, and how to do it. Depending on how much youre juggling, you may find yourself grasping for some outlet for stress relief. Micro-meditations are basically just shorter meditation sequences. But when we say micro, were not talking about diminished benefitsjust length. The study also found that relatively short meditation practices had similar benefits to longer, more intensive meditations....

Your Low-Stress Guide to Leveling-Up Your Bedtime Routine Are You Burnt Out or Depressed? Often, theres a desire to completely push negative thoughts away or become consumed by them completely. Bending with your negative thoughts instead of pushing them away can also lead to decreased anxiety. But with the help of the psychological flexibility technique, she was able to temper those emotions. I thought to myself, what is my fear here?...

While small talk isnt everyones cup of tea, its possible to partakewithout it feeling like torture. Simply leaning on the four elements of conversation can help facilitate the process. And thats great because this connection cultivates a sense of belonging, which is crucial to our well-being. Use these 4 elements of conversation to learn how to make easy small talk 1. Asking This element of conversation is exactly what it sounds like: asking a question....

The five elements of feng shui can bring increased harmony to your space. Feng shui experts explain the elements and provide tips for how to use them. Want To Transform Your Outdoor Space into a Calming, Boho-Chic Escape (Um, Yes)? Home-building was intentional; everything was done with powerful intention. What feng shui did was to bring that intention into peoples environment, and into their homes. To create this balance, before starting any design project, examine what area of your life is lacking....

The Eight Sleep Pod Cover claims to improve your sleep and energy levels. But does it work? Read the full review for our honest thoughts. Want To Transform Your Outdoor Space into a Calming, Boho-Chic Escape (Um, Yes)? Whats the Eight Sleep Pod Cover? The Pod helps athletes recover better by regulating their body temperature throughout the night, says Zatarain. Alexandra Zatarain is the founder of Eight Sleep, the world’s first sleep fitness company....

Here’s what to expect from it. This full moon brings emotionitsin a water signand squaresChiron, the wounded healer. We can expect it to bring an intense focus on feelings in their full force and range. There are many reasons to feel angry. That said,c’mon dont bypass anger. Feel it, but also understand what its asking of you. … Anger is a call to action to protect ourselves and acknowledge where weve been hurt....

Research shows these are the most common sexual fantasies, in COVID-19 or otherwise. Here, sex educators share how to tap into them best. And are yours included? So if a threesome has been weighing on your mind, trust that youre not alone. What is The Missionary Sex Position? Fantasizing is a great way to nourish yourself. sex and relationships researcher, educator, and therapist So how…doyou do that? Whether solo or partnered, you could be very intentional in acknowledging the sensory elements of your experience....

Perfectionists who procrastinate might want to opt using the Pomodoro Technique. Learn the methods’s benefits, downsides, and how to use it. What is the Pomodoro Technique? The Pomodoro Technique was invented by consultantFrancesco Cirillowhen he was a student at the Luiss Business School in Rome. 5 tips for using the Pomodoro Technique 1. Which is why she invites people to customize it to suit them and their lifestyle. time-management and productivity coach...

Negotiation can help couples reach a happy medium. When people dont take the time to listen to each other, they lose relational awareness, she says. Without listening, we make assumptions and react. And often, we move towards agreements that we dont even fully agree to. This creates an imbalance and with imbalance eventually comesresentment. Creating space for silence is easier said than done. licensed marriage and family therapist Silence is uncomfortable because it allows for our real feelings and thoughts to surface, says Earnshaw....

Your Low-Stress Guide to Leveling-Up Your Bedtime Routine Are You Burnt Out or Depressed? So, how does the recency effect lend itself to easing feelings of anxiety? But, it doesnt have to be the case, depending how you embrace the recency effect. What she suggests you do in these moments is to stick it out. Maybe you completely faltered through a presentation at work in front of a room full of people....

Can’t figure out what’s keeping you awake at night? Consider your entire sleep arc to create a good bedtime routine that helps you drift off. Try an Unexpected Technique a Sleep Doctor Swears By What Is Sleep Hygiene, Exactly? Butunfortunately, this bed-volution doesnt automatically translate to better sleep. People are having to think about, Do you really want to multipurpose things? Can you do shifts in how the room works?...