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C — Choose to stay open As we make the conscious choice to stay open, raw, and vulnerable, we can be brave, tender, and present to the technicolor experiences that reveal life’s texture and richness. H — Have awareness of what is unfolding, moment by moment The key to mindfulness is training ourselves to notice the details: Which thoughts are here? Which emotions? Which body sensations? As we stop trying to resist what’s coming our way, we can become scientists of our own experience—full of wonder at each new discovery....

I was rehearsing, ready to give the most important talk of my life, and after the third line into the talk, my mind would go blank. The words, drowned deep down inside me, just couldn’t make their way to my mouth. I tried three times and failed each time. I heard myself thinking, Maybe I should gracefully bow out and give this talk when I am better prepared. The irony wasn’t lost on me....

Although my son didn’t stay mad for long, kids, like adults, can hold on to intense anger when they feel wronged. At its most extreme, this anger can lead young people to ruminate about betrayal and seek revenge through acts like physical aggression that can devastate families and communities. Can we teach our kids to forgive instead? As psychologist Robert Enright and psychiatrist Richard Fitzgibbons write, forgiveness is a choice to let go of anger toward someone who hurt you and to think, feel, or act with kindness toward that person....

For starters, family travel is a fantastic opportunity to bond together as a family and to make memories. Being away from the normal routine gives you time to focus on each other, make memories, and connect in a way like never before. It is no wonder that families brave traveling with children – because it can be such a great experience IF you are prepared! That all being said, we believe that preparation (both mental and physical) is the key to successful trips with kids....

But in a good way! My hubby sure knows how to make my heart race and my body sweat! I know what you’re thinking… and that’s NOT what this quick and easy March Madness idea is about… SORRY! Although there will be hearts racing and bodies sweating, it will unfortunately be by the college athletes on the TV. BUT this year, you can add a little love, sass and fun to your hubby’s basketball trance and see if he can take a “time out” to play a little one-on-one with you!...

While some marriages are blessed with fantastic in-laws, some spouses think of in-laws as dealing with difficult people and overwhelming situations. Whether you are living with your in-laws, dealing with in-laws who aren’t supportive, or avoiding dramatic in-laws, we have some tips to improve your relationship and keep the peace! Being a part of a new family is a process for just about everyone after getting married, but some have more than just a period of adjustment to handle....

Keep scrolling to learn more about Pantone’s latest technology. Why Pantone SkinTone Validated So Important Having all skin tones authentically reproduced across technology has never been more important than it is today. What Makes This Technology Important for Skin Tones in a Variety of Industries Now more than ever, people want to see diversity and inclusivity among brands. Whether it’s in your favorite hair and makeup company or a technology company you love....

From his perspective, he was being forced to audition for “character roles” (“which is code for not attractive in the entertainment industry” says Gaffigan) instead of the archetypes his physique fit into. Then he had a realization: he might strike others differently. “I remember this realization like why am I being cast as this? That’s just how I come across,” says Gaffigan in a recent video for Bigthink. “And I’ll often meet people and they’ll say ‘You’re much taller than I thought....

The program is open to youths age 14 to 18, and includes expeditions that last either five or seven days. Students live on a thirty-foot wooden boat with three sails. It’s seven feet wide and carries a crew of 13. There is no motor. When there is no wind, the students propel the boat using eight large oars. Each night the oars are laid across the hull to create a platform on which the students bed down in sleeping bags....

I am super excited to be here on Dating Divas today! I have a serious cheese ball side and adore creative and fun dating ideas. Hi, I’m Michelle from… Some of these may not work as well for those of you whose guy is not quite as geek prone, but it may spark some ideas for theme dates or fun things you could do. Here goes… One year I wrote the hubs a love note in html (Internet programming language)....

MARCH MADNESS!!!! Plenty of guys are going to be gearing up for March Madness this month and we Divas want to help you get on board with your hubby’s love of Basketball! First things first, you’ve got to know what it means. I found a great article called The Girl’s Guide to March Madness that explains all the terms and info you need to know to get in the game....

“Scientists have known for a while that both of these activities alone can help with depression,” says Tracey Shors, a professor of exercise science at Rutgers and co-author of the study. “But this study suggests that when done together, there is a striking improvement in depressive symptoms along with increases in synchronized brain activity.” The study included 52 participants—22 diagnosed with depression. For eight weeks, volunteers meditated for 30 minutes and completed 30 minutes of aerobic exercise twice a week....

Water flows from high mountain sources. Water runs deep in the Earth. Miraculously, water comes to us and sustains all life. Even if we know the source of our water, we often take its appearance for granted. But water is what makes all life on Earth possible. Our bodies are more than 70 percent water. Our food can be grown and raised because of water. Water is a good friend, a bodhisattva, which nourishes the many thousands of species on Earth....

Medium Haircuts for Round Faces You Need to Try 1. The Deep Wave Having a soft, deep wave finish to a lob haircut creates individuality to your look. Ask your stylist to emphasize creating natural-looking layers in your medium-length cut. 2. The Blunt Medium Haircut There’s something so clean and simple when it comes to a blunt cut. Try this look with a middle part to frame your round face shape....

My favorite season to cook with onions is in springtime when you can get them fresh. Fresh onions are a little milder than their dried counterparts because the drying process concentrates heir flavor. Regardless of which variety you use, onions are a flavor powerhouse. They can form the base for a hearty soup or stew, they can shine as the star of a dish, or they can be used sparingly as a garnish, adding zing to any meal....

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Musically inclined or always off tune – this group date or family fun night is noteworthy of your attention! The following musically-themed games are a perfect harmony of fun AND free! Print & cut out the individual cards (download at the bottom of the post!) and separate into 2 piles. Game #1: Hum Diddly Do In this game, each team chooses a representative from their side. One of the representatives chooses a song card from the pile....

Must-Have Summer Hair Products For texture… Whether you’re headed to the beach this summer or staying home you’ll want to grab a salt spray. Bed Head by TIGI Queen Beach Salt Infused Texture Spray is our go-to for a head full of movement and texture. Simply mist the product onto damp hair and go! One bottle of salt spray will last you far into the cooler months. That means that you can take the beach with you even as the weather changes!...

National Sports Day Prep your hair before the game. A good hair day begins in the morning. By starting off with a structured and intentional style, your hair will stand more of a chance against the sweat of the game. Use a flexible paste to guide your hair into your desired style without making it crunchy and hard. We suggest something like Axe Urban Messy Look: Flexible Paste. This product is meant to hold your style and give it some guidance without going overboard and looking like you tried too hard....