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We believe that marriage matters. It can be hard work to focus on making your marriage rock when there are so many other things on your plate. So we want to make it SIMPLE to create the type of marriage you always dreamed of! If you want a happier, closer, and more passionate relationship with your spouse, this year’s Marriage Bundle is your answer! Imagine, with just one click of a button, all of the top marriage courses, ebooks, printables, and date nights will be in your hands!...

There are many ways to foster engagement, of course. But one may surprise you: holding classes outside. Findings from a new study show that learning outdoors is not just a fun, novel experience for kids, but also helps them focus once they return to the classroom. In this study, third-grade students from two classrooms were assigned to conduct about half of their biology lessons outside (on a nearby patch of grass) and half inside the classroom during an academic year....

These nuances are clearly reflected in this year’s list of our Top 10 Insights from the Science of a Meaningful Life—the fourth such list compiled by Greater Good’s editors. Indeed, many of this year’s entries could be described as “Yes, but” insights: Yes, as prior findings suggest, being wealthy seems to make people less generous, but only when they reside in places with high inequality. Yes, pursuing happiness makes you unhappy, but only if you live in an individualistic culture....

Are you ready to take things from good to GREAT (or should we say from luke-warm to HOT)?!? We know marriage isn’t easy…in fact, we know it’s one of the hardest things any of us will ever be a part of! It’s quite a ride, isn’t it!! We have had SO much fun providing fun date ideas for our readers but the emails flooding in asking for our advice indicated that you all wanted a little more…....

Having a lot of extra time on our hands at home means our hair is practically begging to be styled. Whether you want to test out the new volume spray you’ve had your eye on or master a style that gives your full-looking locks, it’s time to start trying out new styles. Read on to check out some of the best hairstyles for fine hair and how you can get these stunning looks at home....

Now, just to clarify: no product can actually make your strands physically thicker, but they can boost the volume and body of your hair, making it look and feel fuller. Intrigued? From the shower to the street, we’ve created a complete hair care routine to help you get the locks of your dreams. You can thank us later: 3 Thicker Hair Products and How to Use Them Step 1: Wash & Care As with any hair care routine, you should start your journey in the shower....

When I tried this new line of volumizing products I was in awe that my hair could actually get any bigger. This line has taken my signature hairstyle to the next level and I’ve reserved a permanent space on my shower shelf for this new must-have. I’ve since been recommending it to all my thin and thick-haired friends who are looking for an extra dose of lasting volume. I Took My Signature Hairstyle to The Next Level As far as genetics go, I was truly blessed in the hair department....

This is the question tackled in a growing number of studies. Here are three benefits to mindfulness on the job. 1. Mindfulness can build self-confidence in leaders A.D. Amar and colleagues at the University of Westminster measured the self-perception of leadership skills among a sample of senior managers in the London area—and then put them through a 12-week secular meditation-training program. Their results, published in the Academy of Management Proceedings, revealed that training significantly enhanced their overall self-confidence, as well as the individual skills like inspiring a shared vision and demonstrating moral intelligence....

As we look to the work and relationships we experience each day, expectations can often be blinders, blocking our capacity to see clearly. When we expect a behavior or a result, we will often just look for that one aspect of the situation, missing what is actually or truly there. One illustration of this was well articulated by a participant at a mindful leadership retreat I led, attended by a group of consumer research experts....

Read on to check out some of our favorite transitioning hairstyles and tips that you can wear while your hair grows out: 15 Transitioning Hairstyles 1. The Mini Buzz Want to start fresh in one of the ultimate transitioning hairstyles for short hair? Then, you’ve got to go for the ultimate big chop: the buzz. The buzz cut is a cool style in its own right and gives you immediate access to your curly roots....

Using Keratin Shampoo and Conditioner By now you’ve probably heard all about the benefits of keratin treatments and products to the hair. Essentially, these treatments work to rearrange the damaged hair bonds by filling in what was lost, making your hair smooth, healthy and frizz-free. Sounds awesome, right? Well, they are, especially if you’ve been dealing with frizzy hair your whole life. The problem is these treatments can rack up to $200-$500....

“Bibliometrics is where you use various statistical and computational methods to understand the structure and trends in…the body of literature,” says Anuradha. Unlike systematic reviews, in which researchers would read each included study and synthesize the findings, bibliometrics maps the broader structure and scope of research and can identify themes and connections between studies. For example, the Java application CiteSpace was used to develop colorful visuals that resemble spider webs, which show collaborative research networks between countries or clusters of keywords that relate to mindfulness....

These comfy and toasty hues are great for saying goodbye to the warmer months and help to the brisk weather ahead. Read on: 17 Warm and Soothing Fall Hair Colors 1. Light Auburn Go the lighter route with your auburn fall hair colors for a fresh and playful look. 2. Raven One of the hottest hair colors for fall is this raven-black shade. It’s deep, warm pigment compliments just about everyone, and pops out in every style....

Ponytail Hairstyles: Learning the Double Knot Will you try this double knot ponytail hairstyle out? 

Tutorial: How to Get Neon Ombré Hair Non-Bleached Hair Step 1. Mix your bleach: We normally think it’s best to have your hair professionally bleached the first time, but in a pinch and when following the right directions, it’s a process that can be done at home. Use equal parts 20 vol. developer (peroxide is the standard) and 20 vol. bleach powder, which typically comes in a tub with a scooper....

Consider our story. Following the 2016 Presidential Election, Nate noticed that tracking the news became a near addiction: “I woke up each morning with an irresistible urge to view the latest headlines. During short two-minute breaks in my day, I would reach for my phone to scan through breaking news updates. Even though the news left me feeling anxious, I couldn’t get enough of it.” Eric’s relationship to the news took on a similarly habitual form: “I generally don’t watch a lot of TV and yet for the few months leading up to President Trump’s inauguration and immediately following it, I became a news junkie....

Check out these products and tips to help make this lifestyle change foolproof and certified vegan. Read on: Perfect Your Vegan Hair Routine What to avoid when building your vegan product lineup Need a little help determining which products are vegan-friendly? We’ve got you covered. For many brands, bottles will usually indicate if they’re vegan, but if you want to be extra sure, make sure to look out for ingredients like beeswax and honey—these are no-nos if you’re going vegan....

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Bill Duane from Mindful Direct. Here’s a few of my own impressions of SIY as a contributor and a teacher: One day in an SIY class at Google in Mountain View, Meng is asking everyone to say two words about how they are feeling after doing a mindfulness practice. Rich, from People Ops, says “nonjudgmental experience.” Ahmed, a scientist, says, “Very related.” Will, a recruiter for attorneys, says “Defragged hard-drive....