Everyone is entitled to their own taste and preferences when it comes to hair. Here are some outdated styles that we’re definitely hanging up… for now. 1. Rose Gold Highlights We’re pretty sure this rose gold hairstyle will come back around under another name. For now, we feel we have moved on from this hair color. There are so many other hair colors on the spectrum that should be in the spotlight....
When my sister and I were kids, we would make up stories about the people we saw, imagining cute couples on their honeymoon, movie stars passing through our small town incognito, or our long lost (and completely imaginary) twin coming to find us. The tradition has continued with my hubby and me. This creative date idea is a take on that same thing – observe people passing by and co-create some entertaining who/what/when/where/why’s for them!...
Although the internet can be a sleazy, slimy place, there is so much GOOD information out there to help you protect your marriage & family. We know this is a big issue for families today. So we have gathered some amazing tools for overcoming pornography to help you fight this battle! So check out our pron addiction recovery resources and equip yourself with the knowledge of how to stop porn addiction....
Kick-Off Pride With The Coolest Hairstyles Around Keep reading to see eight of our favorite hairstyles for Pride: 1. Sparkle Roots Add some sparkle to your strands. Consider a subtle yet sparkly hairstyle for Pride and get in on the sparkle roots trend. Comb a quarter-sized amount of Suave Max Hold Sculpting Gel through the hair along your part and shake a small canister of glitter along your hairline....
Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience By Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi This groundbreaking book provides insight into what’s needed to get into flow, when time alters and you become so absorbed in whatever you’re doing that nothing else matters. The key, in Mumford’s view, is learning to be comfortable with being uncomfortable. “The best moments of our lives,” writes Csikszentmihalyi, are “when a person’s body or mind is stretched to the limits in a voluntary moment to achieve something difficult and worthwhile....
Santorelli will lead “The Healing Power of Mindfulness: Finding the Treasure Within You,” one of the breakout sessions at the Creating a Mindful Society conference to be held September 30–October 1, 2011 in New York City. To read some of Santorelli’s contributions to Mindful.org, click on the following links: Letting Ourselves Heal – Saki Santorelli says that healing begins when we uncover our vulnerable places. Practice: Befriending Self – Saki Santorelli, director of the stress reduction program at the University of Massachusetts Medical School, offers some words of wisdom about practicing mindfulness, or “offering hospitality to ourselves....
Short Bob with Bangs: 35 Looks to Love Check out these fresh short bobs with bangs styles if you’re looking for some inspiration: 1. Curtain Bangs If you’re getting to the point where your bangs are overgrown, part your hair in the middle and create curtain bangs. This 1970s style is huge right now, so why not give it a try? Spray TRESemmé Compressed Micro Mist Hairspray Texture Hold Level 1 into your bangs to hold them in place....
Lucky for you, there are short haircuts for frizzy hair that can work in your favor. And, not to mention, undone and textured hairstyles are currently the best way to style your hair these days. Don’t believe us? Just ask Justine Marjan about the runway looks she recently created. Ahead we’re rounding up some of the best hairstyles for short frizzy hair. Scroll through to find the one that’s right for you!...
6 Short Hairstyles for Mature Women Read on to discover our favorite short hairstyles for mature women, as well as some short cuts for gray hair: 1. Spiky Pixie A pixie haircut is always a good idea when thinking about short hairstyles for older women! When you add a spike to the mix, you’re upping its style factor. You’re also creating an effortless hairstyle that only requires you to brush your hair and use some molding gel, like TRESemmé TRES Two Mega Firm Control Gel, for structure....
Combine Two Textures with Slicked Beach Waves Create some soft beach waves. The first texture/half of this look that you want to create are you soft waves. Achieve extra shiny and healthy waves by spraying a heat protectant on each section as you curl. Spritz some TRESemmé Thermal Creations Heat Tamer Spray from the root down and then create your loose wave with a curling iron or wand. Once you’ve got your curls the way you want them, it’s time to create your slicked back style to complete the look....
In this video from Big Think, Robin says everyone gets caught up in consumer culture, and that paying attention to how we spend creates happiness. “Financial freedom is like freeing your mind,” Robin says. “It is understanding that I’m me, and there’s an economy out there and I have a relationship with it, but it doesn’t run my life.” Here are three tips Robin gives to halt the race to accumulate stuff and create a money mastery plan based on real well-being:...
Sick of the everyday love notes that you leave around for your spouse?! We’ve got the perfect change of pace that doubles as an invite for a meet up later! Our simple, his and her, sets of I.O.U’s are a perfect twist on the traditional love note that allows you to connect for a quick date to redeem your special treat. Fill out a “check” of your choice and leave it for your spouse to find....
To help you take your color into the new season, check out this inspiring collection of spring hair color ideas that range from bold to subtle: 1. Rose Gold Color Best achieved through a balayage highlighting technique, gorgeous rose gold places mauve, peach and pink tones throughout the hair in order to achieve a striking multidimensional finish. 2. Blorange Highlights Perfect for red tones, a bold blorange color is one of the hottest spring hair color trends you won’t forget....
It’s time you rake through your summer bucket list ideas, write them up, and stick to it! With the help of the amazing creative genius, Courtney of Paperelli, we’re giving you a GREAT head start by providing an amazing list of possible activities! His and Her Summer Bucket Lists Grab our master list and your hubby and sit down for an evening of summer planning. Start off by each creating your own summer bucket lists....
Game Face On: Hockey enthusiast Geoff Eaton faces-off against leukemia—and plays the game of his life. Read Geoff’s story in “Trading in his Hockey Stick for a Walking Stick,“ a chapter from The Healing Circle, by Rob Rutledge and Timothy Walker. Practicing with Cancer: Barry Boyce explains how mindfulness teacher Elana Rosenbaum turned a cancer diagnosis into an opportunity to help others live. Coping with Cancer: Faced with cancer, mindfulness instructor Elana Rosenbaum had to put her practice to the test....
My husband received the best chart in a church class this past year. The chart is titled, for my sake, The “Sure Wife” Chart. Our friend who gave me permission to share his idea with our readers explains the chart like this; Every time you ask your husband to do something and he immediately says, “Sure Wife” (or your spouse does something without even being asked) he can mark the chart....
Your Must-Read Info on Split Ends Read on, and always remember that in the world of split ends, prevention is literally the way to go. Specifically, never, ever underestimate what a good shampoo for split ends can really do for your hair’s health and appearance. The Root Cause of Split Ends Spotted: Frayed little buggers, daring to go against the grain of your perfectly blown-out hair, or audaciously sticking out from that smooth ponytail....
Voluminous Straight Style: 4 Styling Products to Have on Hand 1. Get a good brush. The key to getting this super-sexy look is all about selecting the right brush, especially if you want that straight and voluminous style. While paddle, vented and boar bristle brushes can help straighten your locks, a handy round brush (there are many sizes and styles available) is essential to achieving that voluminous straight style. For a round brush that guarantees the perfect blowout, use Ibiza B7 Round Hair Brush to successfully style your hair while blow-drying....
Whether you are trying to make more time to be intimate together, or looking for a fun way to say “Let’s get it on!” we have a quick, easy and SEXY idea for you. The 5 senses sexy gift basket! Put together a basket of five small gifts, each catered to one of the 5 senses – touch, taste, sight, sound and smell. Maybe you’ve seen this idea before, BUT we’re putting a little Diva spin on it by creating a BEDROOM edition....
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. To learn more about ’em, click here. Advent Calendars For Families Advent calendars are a simple way to start a fun Christmas tradition with your family. So whether you love the biblical story of Christmas, Christmas movies, or something a little different every year (science calendar, what?!), we’ve got something here for you! Puzzles Advent Calendar– What a fun idea for a tradition to add to your Christmas season!...
