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When others tell you to bury your feelings, it makes you question yourself and the messages your body is trying to send to you. Think about how many times today you’ve attempted to push away a painful feeling by scrolling through social media, bingeing on Netflix, or using food, alcohol, or addictive substances to avoid emotions. In a world filled with distractions and with the invalidating messages we’ve received throughout our lives about emotions, it’s easy to see why so many people are afraid of feeling....

Men and women may cheat for very different reasons, licensed marriage and family therapist Shane Birkel, LMFT, explains. But he notes that it’s likely more due to the way men and women are socialized than any innate differences between them. He adds that the more we as a society move away from that socialization and away from patriarchy, the less we’re seeing those gendered differences in cheating behavior. Although people of all genders might do cheat for this reason, Birkel explains that men may be less likely to have difficult conversations with their partner about their own needs and the relationship....

Based on what I found, I decided to take a more relaxed approach to breastfeeding. I told myself we would try it—but I wasn’t going to be upset with myself if it didn’t work out. Plus, I had the reassurance of my beautiful 7-year-old girl, who drank formula as a baby and was exceptionally healthy and happy. Once the new baby was born, we tried nursing, but it wasn’t working out....

The chia seeds will absorb the water (as chia seeds do), creating a gel-like substance. Next, squeeze fresh lemon juice from half of a lemon (organic, if possible) and drink it right away. The idea is that the drink acts as an “internal shower” for your digestive system and clears out your detoxification pathways to promote healthy bowel movements and ease bloat. Crouch explains that a holistic approach to well-being is always the way to go for gut and whole-body health....

This past month I joined some friends who were trying out a 2-week cleanse. And despite sleeping like a rock and getting our digestion back on track, all three of us experienced a very strange symptom: We had the craziest, most vivid dreams almost every night during the cleanse. According to Dr. Lipman, dreams are a pretty common side effect of cleanses, and while he can’t explain exactly why it happens, he has a few theories....

Apply this evenly over the face for 15 minutes before washing it off with lukewarm water. Use this mask daily until the acne subsides, then switch to weekly applications to keep blemishes from coming back. Note: Only apply turmeric in small amounts to avoid imparting a yellowish tint on skin. Uma is Holecek’s foray into introducing the most authentic, straight-from-the-source Ayurveda and aromatherapy practices and solutions to the discerning consumer, in a luxurious, easy-to-use, and education-focused manner....

As professional intuitive and author of Angel Intuition Tanya Carroll Richardson previously explained to mbg, “Angel numbers are a synchronicity, or a meaningful coincidence—divine guidance from angels and the universe,” which show up when there’s a message we need to hear. Each digit from 0 to 9 has a unique meaning, and the more the number repeats in a given sequence, the more its energy is amplified. The number 1, for example, is thought to symbolize a new beginning, so if you see 1111 on a license plate as you’re thinking about starting a new project, that would be a good sign to go for it....

But bright, healthy skin doesn’t just happen by simply wishing it into existence. In contrast, everyone can benefit from working to achieve a glowing complexion—regardless of your skin tone, age, or gender. Skin brightening focuses on banishing dullness, reducing hyperpigmentation, and removing dry, flaky skin, which can make you look tired, with uneven tone. Thankfully, brightening your skin doesn’t have to involve questionable ingredients or practices. Depending on your overall goals, you can focus on brightening through a range of options....

Devon’s first book, Earth Women, is coming soon. To learn more, join the mailing list, and receive updates, head to www.devonbarrowwriting.com.

I married my husband when I was 21, less than a year after meeting him. By the time I turned 30, I realized that even though I still loved him, there were things that I wanted out of life that I wasn’t getting in the marriage. This included things like sexual intimacy, support for my creative passions, shared enthusiasm for opportunities to travel and explore. Here are ten lessons I learned about how to deal with grief from ending my relationship....

Fortunately, there is always hope for healing. After you leave your abusive relationship, the first step is to employ the no-contact rule, which means absolutely no texts, emails, or social media contact with your psychopath ex. It’ll feel impossible at first but easier with time. You’ll slowly find your sanity returns, and the chaos dissipates. Eventually this experience will become an incredible opportunity to discover self-respect and make healthy boundaries that will serve you for the rest of your life....

Exercise provides a natural high. You’ll have better sex if you work out. Working out makes you feel more fit, which makes you feel better about yourself, which makes you feel sexier. Resistance training also helps boost testosterone and this important hormone (present in both males and females) increases your energy levels, mood, and your sex drive. Be sure to work large muscle groups several days a week (squats, lunges, push-ups, bicep curls, etc....

You’ve started saying you’re “practicing asana” instead of “doing yoga.” You don’t have a home yoga studio — because your home is a studio. Every room in your house is fair game for asana, as long as your mat fits. You’ve let go of the evangelical phase. You absolutely believe in yoga and its powers for helping to transform live, but you also fully respect that everyone is on their own path, and if and when the time is right those around you will ask you for information on yoga....

Cellular health isn’t a trend or even a new concept. Scientists have been studying how the health of our cells connects to long-term health and disease for decades, and herbal supplement manufacturers like Flora, for instance, have been carefully sourcing organic, plant-based formulas that support cellular health since the early 1990s. One of the major causes of cellular damage is oxidative stress2, which happens when there’s an imbalance between free radicals and antioxidants in the body....

But keep your chins up! (Seriously, fixing your posture may have skin benefits.) We consulted board-certified dermatologist Marisa Garshick, M.D., for her expert tips to restore collagen and keep your skin looking bouncy. Ahead, discover what could make your skin age even faster—and what to do about it: She particularly calls out vitamin C serums, which also play a significant role in your natural collagen production. You see, vitamin C is a vital part of the collagen synthesis process, helping collagen cross-link and support skin firmness....

In my profession, I work hard to change perceptions about birth and paint a more realistic picture. But in doing so, I am acutely aware that the picture we are painting is very much related to birth practices in America and in many cases, New York City since it’s where I practice. It’s funny—even though the general “logistics” of it all are the same, the unique ways different cultures approach it may surprise you!...

I’d lost my menstrual cycle and was dealing with reactive hypoglycemia, which means that shortly after eating I would get a drop in blood sugar that would leave me shaky, sweaty, nauseous and reaching for more food. I also struggled with digestive issues, dry skin, mood issues, and insomnia. I ending up booking an appointment with a naturopath to get a second opinion. This is when I learned about the female athlete triad, adrenal fatigue and hypothalamic amenorrhea....

So what’s a curly girl to do? Should you reach for different stylers to target each and every curl pattern you see or slather on a single defining curl cream and pray for the best? Below, hairstylists weigh in on how to manage your whole mane: The key to cocktailing is to make sure your products don’t separate, as not all stylers can be cocktailed together. According to Bowman, “oils can be mixed with creams, gels, or mousses....

JD Tanner, the director of education and training at Leave No Trace, explains that there are a few reasons to use biodegradable soaps in the backcountry—especially if you’re near a water source. For starters, conventional soaps often contain surfactants that lower the surface tension of water. These can make it harder for water striders to get where they need to go, as well as break down certain aquatic animals’ mucus layers, which protect them from harmful bacteria and parasites....

The hypothalamus is the hormone control center in the body, so regulates and stimulates sex drive, energy levels and healthy production of hormones. Whether you’re setting the mood for the perfect, romantic Valentine’s date with your partner or single and thinking about attracting the love of your life, here are 5 essential oils that can help bring a little more love, beauty and sensual magic your way: I just returned from India, where sandalwood is King!...