For most women, when it comes to getting a dry haircut, they often wonder if they should just take matters into their own hands, or if they should just find a hairstylist that is skilled in this area. We don’t suggest cutting your hair on your own because yes, there are plenty of hairstylists that can perform a professional dry cut on you. We’re here to help with tips on how to find the right stylist....
This animation from The London School of Life revisits phone addiction, suggesting that when we’re constantly attached to our phones, we constantly find ways to detach from other things. From the narrator, philosopher Alain de Botton: “Addiction sounds horrible,” de Botton continues, “but it’s a hard name for a normal inclination: a habit of running away from the joys and terrors of self-knowledge.” Here, de Botton explores how we use our phones to avoid “a frank encounter with our own minds” and how that impacts us:...
If you haven’t used something in three years, where do you put it? 55% donate it to charity, while 22% let it petrify at the bottom of a closet somewhere. 6% chuck it immediately— no need for drawn-out goodbyes! And 7% insist there’s a use for everything! Everyone else sells their stuff or puts it in storage. Who does most of the cleaning in your household? • “A little bit of everyone, but it usually falls on my husband because he is a neat freak....
What’s your ideal school type? 58% think public school is the best option. Private and independent schools tie in second place at 17% apiece. Almost no one likes the school of hard knocks (2%). What was your favorite subject in school? Only 3% chose gym. Because no one likes gym. Just kidding! Exercise is important. Should meditation be taught in school? 95% say yes it should. We agree. How do you keep in touch with old classmates?...
Have you ever experienced tech withdrawal? What is your favorite thing about personal technology? “Education.”“Information at my fingertips.”“Ability to keep in touch with family and friends overseas.”“Google Maps.”“Reading good books and long articles.”“Distraction.”“Podcasts.”“It helps my creativity—I make music and art on it.”“Turning it off.”“Solves problems.”“Saving time.”“Social media.”“The ease of getting things done.”“Constant availability.”“The ability to send a thought now.” Do you consider yourself to be: A tech native 10%Pretty competent with technology 72%Befuddled by all these gadgets!...
However, there is a difference between a transitory sense of distrust (the “red flag” that alerts us when something doesn’t feel right) and the scientific definition of cynicism. Research considers cynicism to be a worldview, made up of a set of beliefs about human nature and people’s motivations—namely, that other people can’t be trusted and everyone is out for themselves. Cynical Condition This kind of Oscar the Grouch–like cynicism has been linked to a long list of physical and mental health issues....
Appreciative joy is our innate ability to delight in what’s good in the present moment, independent of our circumstances or success. It’s available to us when we’re not pushing away unpleasant experiences, chasing after pleasant ones, or running in circles (because of doubt or restlessness). This kind of joy activates the parasympathetic system (rest and digest functions) that protect us from burnout and overwhelm, despite challenging situations. Opening Up to Sustainable Joy I first became aware of the importance of appreciative joy over the course of a difficult conversation with a person dear to me (we’ll call him Ashok)....
Take mattresses, for example. The Luongo family slept on wool ones, and every spring they sent for the materassai to come air them out. This meant opening them, removing and fluffing up every piece of wool inside, then putting it all back together again. It took the whole day and so the materassai brought their lunch along: a flask of wine, a loaf of bread, a cold fritata di pasta, another flask that held a simple condimentao per insalata (salad dressing) and an empty salad bowl....
It turns out, “falling in love” and “building a relationship” activate completely different parts of the brain, and they don’t always work together well. The rush we get when we first fall in love activates regions of the brain linked with drive, craving, and obsession, and shuts down those responsible for decision-making and planning ahead, says Helen Fisher, PhD, biological anthropologist and Senior Research Fellow at The Kinsey Institute. “People…can fall madly in love with somebody who’s married, who lives on the other side of the planet, who comes from a different religion, and somehow they’ll say to themselves: ‘We’ll work it out,’” she says....
How to Create Tousled Waves for Spring Creating this style is easier than you might think. Depend on these hardworking products to provide the bulk of the muscle in this operation. Start off by protecting your hair with a product that focuses equally on the prep and the finished product. Dove Style+Care Smooth and Shine Heat Protection Spray is ideal for heat protection and a strong dose of shine. After your hair has been protected, move on to adding some texture to your style....
Thin Hair and Haircuts: Choosing a Fuller-Looking Cut 1. Lengthy Decisions A good rule of thumb is that shorter hair tends to look fuller. Hair, even when it is thin, can be heavy! With extra length comes extra weight pulling down on your roots, making your hair look thin and flat. Going for a shorter ‘do helps keep that weight off your roots! 2. Layers or Nah? If you really want your hair to look as full as possible, it may be a good idea to skip the layers....
My New Favorite Drugstore Co-Wash I was recently introduced to the new Nexxus Color Assure Long Lasting Vibrancy Cleansing Conditioner. This drugstore buy is easily available without too much of an investment and it truly delivers. Formulated for color-treated hair, this cleansing conditioner cleanses and moisturizes color treated hair. It’s sulfate-free and full of Elastin Protein and quinoa that will build your hair up and increase its vibrancy. You start by getting your hair wet as you would before a regular hair washing session....
As we all may know, the fashion runway may not always give us beauty ideas that we can wear on a daily basis. However, none of the inspiration we come across should ever go to waste, ever! This glitter runway hair look is the perfect style for Halloween. Read on as we give some tips on how to get the look as well as the costumes to best pair with it:...
So, how did this happen? Scientists have an explanation for how we slide down the slippery slope of dishonesty. According to a recent Nature Neuroscience study by Tali Sharot and her team at University College London, the more we lie for our own benefit, the more desensitized we become to the negative emotions associated with lying, and the easier it becomes to tell even bigger lies. Why Do People Lie?...
The Sassy and Chic Weekend Updo You Need to Try Create Your Messy Bun When creating this weekend updo, we recommend starting with a deep side part and creating a midi ponytail (not low but not too high!). As you gather your hair to create the ponytail, add just a little bit of hair gel to the side with less hair and leave a large section from the other side out to pin up later....
In Melbourne, we heard about when kindness makes us happier—but also when it doesn’t. We learned how the elderly can be meaningfully engaged in helping others. We discovered many concrete ways to boost our sense of meaning in life, and how cultural differences influence the pursuit of happiness. Researchers also addressed modern obstacles to happiness—from the way we’re hooked on technology to a widespread sense of disconnection and loneliness. However, there were several insights presented at the World Congress that stood out to me as new or surprising....
Pretty Cool Hair Highlights for Spring 2018 1. Balayage Highlights Balayage highlights are great for those who want a more natural color look, especially since they can be placed all around the hair in order to give it an effortless sun-kissed look. Whether you want a warm sombre, or a quirky jewel tone color, balayage is a great highlighting technique that anyone can try. However, it’s always smart to see a colorist if you want to rock this look, as it may be a bit difficult for a beginner to try on their own....
Does Towel-Drying Your Hair Really Damage It? Truth or myth? This one is the truth! Before you start to freak out and wonder how on earth you could have possibly made this mistake, keep reading. Since your hair is delicate, any time you do something vigorous to it, like brush your hair forcefully or rub it between a towel, you risk causing damage. The rubbing motion can alter the structure of your hair if you pull or twist it too hard....
These FREE printables would not have been possible without the gorgeous work of our amazing designer, Kristin from CdotLove. Don’t you LOVE them? As soon as Kristin designed these, I knew that they were absolutely perfect to pull off a PHENOMENAL 14th! So here’s the plan: easy and fast. Sound good? One of my favorite things about our Valentine’s Day Emergency Kit is the cootie catcher! You may also have known them as “fortune tellers” when you were a kid....
