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The NYU website notes that this study is the first of its kind to demonstrate how mindfulness can be used in combination with cognitive behavioral therapy “to protect attentional functioning in high-risk incarcerated youth.” From the NYU statement: The researchers followed 267 incarcerated males, ages 16 to 18, over a four-month period. They found that participation in an intervention that combined cognitive behavioral therapy with mindfulness training (or “CBT/MT”), called Power Source, had a protective effect on youths’ attentional capacity....

One Moment at a Time: Vidyamala Burch offers mindfulness practices for coping with experiences of pain and suffering. Suffering is Optional: Physical pain is unavoidable, but meditation practice can ease the mental suffering that often accompanies it. Susan Smalley and Diana Winston teach us how. The Healing Power of Mindfulness: Barry Boyce convenes a distinguished panel to discuss the health benefits of mindfulness—what it does, how to do it, why it works....

Yes, yoga and pranayama [yogic breathing] brought me to the doorstep of meditation. They prepared me to sit quietly and go inward. Yes, but in some ways yoga is meditation, because it focuses the mind. The first step of meditation is concentration—a one-pointedness. That means in some ways there is no separation between meditation and yoga. I’m so happy there are people like Thich Nhat Hanh who emphasize walking meditation....

It’s that time of year again where we get to celebrate the most special women in our lives… our MOMS! I love Mother’s Day and the opportunity I have to let my mom know how much she means to me. I know without a doubt that I wouldn’t be where I am today without my mom’s guidance and direction. Thank you mom! Moms help shape the lives of their children and touch all around them....

So let’s take a look at how we are going to change our typical Friday night movie date night at home. Take one of these ideas and switch up your norm – you could even do once a month and rotate them throughout the year! No need to give up the silver screen, just improve upon it! Netflix Movie Date Night at Home Take your next Netflix binge up a few notches with this adorable idea from the Divas....

Even though I might not have the greatest aim, these challenges are designed for everyone to have fun! And let’s be real, we both love a little friendly competition. This date is the perfect combination of competition and fun. Invite your favorite couple friends to join you and see who has the best aim in these 3 unique and clever Nerf War challenges. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. To learn more about ’em, click here....

We now know, says Mortlock, that spending a lot of time in solitary contemplative practice “is not necessarily a guarantee that one learns something, especially as it pertains to understanding what helps me relate to you.” We can’t always access the insights we need through our solo practice. The interpersonal dimension of workplaces is “a huge and under-studied stressor,” says Mortlock. “The absence of interpersonal conflict makes everything else doable....

Each ritual was moving in its own way. I loved seeing photos of Richard jumping his horse in a competition forty years ago, looking like a young, handsome version of the Richard I knew at the end of his life. I loved that the young couple being married had living grandparents who could be present at the ceremony. I was touched by the choice of music—the soloist sang “At Last”—at the wedding of my middle-aged friends....

Modern Renaissance Waves Keep reading to learn how to create these modern renaissance waves in no time: Step 1: Prep your hair. Start by preparing your hair with TRESemmé One Step Wave Mist. Gently spray this mist evenly throughout hair to create a foundation for soft waves with flexible hold. Consider this step as strong insurance for the wavy style you are about to create. Step 2: Divide. After that, split your hair into four sections and create loose braids from top to bottom....

Now, we can deep-dive into all of the accessories we love at the moment, but this bitsy roundup might end up being a book! Instead, we’ve narrowed our favorites down to the five accessory ideas we’re coveting at the moment. Need new springtime hairstyles? Consider using the below hair accessories to create the most stylish, quick, springy hairstyles this season: 5 Spring Hair Accessories for Any Occasion 1. Spring Hair Accessories for Wedding Bring the garden party to your hair this season....

In Dani’s words: Inspiration: My beloved friend and her husband really inspired me and my husband with how to date. They’ve stuck to their template even when pregnant, in school, you name it! They’ve got 2 tiny tykes and another on the way but probably still manage a weekly date night!!! Summer explained to me their template: a theme, food, an activity or two, and maybe some decorations. Explanation: My best friend, Summer, told me about this gem of a date when my husband and I were looking for inspiration....

Then we were lucky enough to be invited to a private talk by the famous pediatrician and author Berry Brazelton. Toward the end of his talk he said, “You know, it may just be that the enormous field of childhood parenting books has done parents a disservice. It has sent them the message that they need to look to experts to find answers, when oftentimes the answers lie within. They always have....

It’s no longer about taking a teasing comb to your roots for that messy volume at the base of your strands. These days, it’s all about sleek strands and grounding them with the perfect middle part. Are you curious to see how you can create this look at home? Read on: The Perfect Middle Part is Flat and Sleek Say your goodbyes to loads of volume and height and give a flatter, sleeker style a spin....

Check out this EASY 10-step guide for how to make a dollar bill origami heart! Origami Dollar Heart Step-By-Step Guide Start with either a crisp, paper bill, or a rectangular piece of paper. Step 1: Fold the corner of the paper diagonally to the opposite side. After it’s creased, unfold it. Now, fold the other corner diagonally to the opposite side. After it’s creased, unfold it. Step 2: Using the creases, pinch the sides of the dollar bill together, as shown below....

It’s no secret that gallery walls are trendy! I love to follow trends, but I also love to make things my own. If you’re the creative type who wants to take a mix of ideas and make your own creations with them, go for it! Or if you want to completely duplicate someone else’s idea, go for that too! All I know is that these picture wall ideas are gorgeous, fun, and super creative!...

To help you on your quest to deciding which pixie haircut you should get, we’ve rounded up our favorite pixie haircut with bangs styles. From asymmetrical to textured fringes, you’d definitely swoon over each of these pixie cut with bangs styles: Pixie Cut with Bangs: 10 Looks to Consider 1. Wispy Bangs For the gal-on the go, or even lazy girls, this fuss-free pixie with wispy bangs is edgy and super easy to style....

Dealing with Postpartum Hair Loss Causes of Postpartum Hair Loss Eva Proudman, MIT IAT from the Institute of Trichologists, explains that during pregnancy, “Raised levels of estrogen help to keep your hair in the anagen (growing phase) for longer.” With hair in the growing phase for a more prolonged time, the hair which would normally shed (on average 50 to 150 strands a day) isn’t lost, which is why many expectant mothers notice their hair seems thicker and healthier during pregnancy....

Just wait until you see all the writing prompts- you’ll be able to write the perfect personalized love letter in a matter of minutes! We collaborated with the super talented Courtney of All Things Bright and Beautiful to create a one-of-a-kind all-occasion sticky love note pack. Courtney’s designs are absolutely gorgeous!! Each of the tiny love sticky notes is a work of art! There are over 100 unique designs to choose from as you celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, new years, and SO MUCH MORE throughout the year!...

Ruane’s comments from the Telegraph: We’ve literally got a captive audience there with prisoners. They’re in there 24 hours a day, what did they do within those 24 hours? Do they learn the skills that mindfulness brings? The skills of gratitude, appreciation, of balance—personal balance and equanimity—which will help them be better prisoners, help them be less violent towards prison guards and help them to be better citizens when they move out into society....

We’ve come up with 5 professional work hairstyles that are easy to create and are the perfect mix of chic and daytime appropriate. Check them out: WFH with these Professional Work Hairstyles 1. Curly Hair Half Updo For our curly-haired gals, we’ve got a fab hairstyle you need to try! This half updo is a great way to tame your curls but still leave them wild and let them do their thing....