The interview goes over the main tenets of the book, including Davidson’s work with neuroplasticity. “We now, I think, have a much clearer and firmer sense that emotions and thought are not separate and distinct as they once were formulated […] the brain does not respect the distinction between thought and emotion,” says Davidson. You can listen to the WUWM interview with Richard Davidson here.

Dry Shampoo Hairstyles 1. The Undone Updo Whether it’s a ponytail or a bun, an undone updo is the easiest go-to style for unwashed hair. Use a dry shampoo like Dove Detox & Purify Dry Shampoo to remove any excess grease you may have accumulated the night before. Then, use your fingers to comb your hair up into your messy style, and you’re ready to rock and roll. 2. Second-Day Waves We all love a well lived-in look, especially on wavy styles....

Simplify the way you tell the Easter Story for kids to make Easter a learning experience. These printable Easter story puppets make telling the Easter story fun and interactive. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. To learn more about ’em, click here. The amazing Courtney of Paperelli illustrated these printables to take you through as much or as little of the Easter story as you want – it’s truly customizable for each kid’s age and readiness....

The ever-so-popular high genie ponytail doesn’t require complicated techniques, and although you can recreate it in literally seconds, we’re leveling up this ‘do by using a perfecting styling cream to smooth everything out as well as a flat iron to give your ends a fun, modern touch. As your wish is our command, we’ll teach you how to do a genie ponytail step by step. Get ready a sky-high pony that’ll soon become your go-to style!...

10 Easy Hairstyles for Long Hair Keep reading to find a look for you: 1. Chic Half-Up Hairstyle for Long Hair Upgrade a simple half-up style by wrapping a 1-inch section of hair around the base of the ponytail. Use two bobby pins locked into a criss-cross shape to hold the look in place! 2. Long Curls These long curls are both bold and beautiful. Wear your hair down this season and show off your unique curl pattern....

Also added to the lineup is Thupten Jinpa, the longtime translator for the Dalai Lama, who will speak with Omidyar on the subject of Wisdom and Compassion in Modern Life. Wisdom 2.0 is sold out but you may join a wait-list for tickets by clicking here.

Five Facts About Dandruff 1. Dandruff is caused by a number of factors. The top three reasons dandruff is caused: a. The presence of a micro-organism called Malassezia, which is a genus of fungi found on the skin surfaces of many humans. b. Sebum. Sebum is an oil your follicles secrete, and excess sebum can actually lead to dandruff because the Malassezia are attracted to oil. Excess sebum can also lead to sebborheic dermatitis, which causes pesky flakes....

While so much has been made of mindfulness recently, this program made explicit the crucial connection between mindfulness and compassion. This connects perfectly to the way you’ve heard us talk about being mindful, here and in print in Mindful magazine, as including mindfulness, awareness, kindness, and compassion. The program included wonderful presentations of experiential practices that bring out this connection, and we learned from field reports highlighting the benefits of these practices in areas such as childbirth, education, the law, and healthcare....

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Galentine’s Day is a special “extra” holiday the day before Valentine’s Day dedicated to spending time with those you love in a platonic way. Whether you have a significant other or not, using this day to get some bff-time in is a no-fail route to happiness. Pair one of these Galentine’s Day hairstyles with a casual-chic outfit and get ready for some caffeinated chatter and lots of laughter. Galentine’s Day: 8 Brunch-Appropriate Hairstyles 1....

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. To learn more about ’em, click here. Margaret wrote to us and explained that her honey is a runner and participates in many races throughout the year. Since he always manages to forget something, Margaret is planning to give him a gift basket of all the items he will need for his upcoming race relay. — How cute is that?! * * * * * * * * * * * We LOVE this idea!...

What we aimed to explore, then, in “A User’s Guide to Living Well in Screenworld,” are insights from people inside the tech industry who are navigating all of this connectivity, too. The good news: there’s a way to do it with attention, awareness, and care that helps you get the most out of your technology. We invited Rich Fernandez of Google to sit down with the director of engineering at Facebook, Arturo Bejar, and Irene Au, the vice president of product and design at Udacity, to talk about how to ensure digital communication is working for all of us—not the other way around....

Grab these products from the drugstore and incorporate them into your regular routine for glossy hair every day of this chilly season: How to Get Glossy Hair Start off your glossy hair care routine with a shine-infused shampoo and conditioner. We love Suave Moroccan Infusion Shine Shampoo and Conditioner because of how the formula nourishes our hair for real, visible results. This formula is gentle enough to use on a regular basis and it will smooth and condition your hair as it cleans....

We’ve rallied our editors from around the globe to share the good hair habits and self-care tips that they’ve learned from 2020 and will be carrying into the new year. Not only was this year rife for some serious trial and error hair-wise (quarantine bangs, nice to know ya!), it was also the perfect time for some introspection and perhaps a well-needed routine refresh. Read on for some choice nuggets we learned about hair—and, yes, even life!...

Quiz: What Color Hair Looks Best On Me? 1. Red Hair Anything that falls in the red hair color spectrum this season is spot on. Whether you want a super spicy hue, a pumpkin spice-inspired shade or an auburn tone inspired by the colors of fall foliage, red hair is in. However, red hair comes with a price. It’s said to be one of the quickest-fading hair colors. Are you up for that challenge?...

Everything You Need to Know About Hair Rollers Before we get into the different kinds of hair rollers and all of the pros and cons, we should be explaining what a roller is in the first place! A hair roller is a styling tool that is rolled up into the hair in order to either curl straight hair or relax curly hair. There are standard hair rollers that you simply roll up into your hair and wait to create your desired texture, or you can use hot rollers, which heat up prior to placing them in your hair to speed up the curling process....

Read on to get the scoop behind our experience: All Things Hair Gets Hair Treatments at the Nexxus Salon In addition to listening to a panel of innovators (in both film and hair), attendees had the opportunity to enjoy hair treatments at the Nexxus salon as well as have their hair styled. Our editorial team was thrilled to have this unique opportunity, and with three different hair types and textures, it proved to be a wonderful chance for us all to have our hair styled based on our personal preferences and needs of our respective hair textures....

But what if wearing a full head of thick and beautiful hair was as comfortable as falling back on one of your favorite hats? The AdornA Collection by Milano Wigs is the answer to all of these common challenges that are often associated with hair covering. Thick, richly-colored hair extensions are available at three different lengths (16 inches, 20 inches, and 24 inches) along with interchangeable hats that the hair attaches to....

Awake in the Wild: Nature is always available to deepen mindfulness, whether you’re hiking, kayaking, or simply out for a walk. Here Mark Coleman shares his wilderness tips. Focus on Cycling: Alburquerque Bicycle Transportation Examiner Karolyn Hudson has been following a sports psychology program, with Dr. Dana Blackmer, to improve her cycling. In this third lesson, mindfulness becomes a part of the assignment. Mindful Swimming: Jump into the pool with Tonya Nascimento....

High Porosity Hair, Explained What is high porosity hair? Porosity is the ability of hair to both absorb moisture and keep it in. When hair is very porous or has a high porosity, that means its cuticle layers are more widely spaced either due to genetics or, more commonly, due to damage. How Do I Know if I have High Porosity Hair? High porosity hair cuticles have a very tenuous structure and release moisture out quicker than normal....