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A recent post from the ABA law blog tells the story of one lawyer who used mindfulness meditation to help him cope with his melonoma diagnosis. The blog then touched on some of the recent developments in bringing mindfulness into legal practice, including mentions of law schools with mindfulness components to their programs, and the various bar associations that include some sort of mindfulness component in their operations. To read the blog post, “Mindfulness in legal practice is going mainstream,” click here....

Pink Champagne Hair: The Millennial Pink of Hair Color Maybe we’ve had too much frosé as we’re writing this, but instinct dictates that pink champagne hair color is nothing but 100 percent fun. Everything about the light peachy pink shade hints at a playful, lighthearted charm—much like the celebratory drink its named after. And as the name implies, its gold-undertoned hue looks most on point when glossy and fresh from the (dye) bottle, and free of any brassy tones....

New Men’s Hair Trends for Spring 2017 1. Short Mohawk Let’s start things off with this short curly mohawk. To keep your mohawk relevant for spring 2017, go for shorter lengths all around. We like this style, worn with natural curls that you can still spike up. Use the Bed Head by TIGI Manipulator Matte Cream to mold and hold your mohawk. 2. Extremely Long Hair So this hair look is a bit more time consuming to achieve than going to the barber for a trim....

Next-Level Gym Hair Care Hair mask while you sweat. Yes, hair mask is a verb and one of our favorite ways to strengthen and revive our strands. On days when you aren’t planning on playing the dry shampoo card post-workout, you’ll want to use this trick. Grab a generous amount of Bed Head by TIGI Resurrection Treatment Mask and comb it through the ends of your hair until your strands are lightly saturated....

I’ve put together some guidelines I developed over my 20 years of practice to make it a little easier for you this year: Accept what is. Uncle Louie will probably drink too much, as he always does, and may even dance on the table. As much as you wish it weren’t so, not all family members would be your top choice for friends. So don’t argue with reality. You can feel frustrated, angry, sad, and resentful....

Tell me about the challenges of your job. As soon as you show up to work and go through the gate, you have to be on. You’ve got to watch everything around you, because you never know what’s going to happen. You’re dealing with inmates who are fighting or injured in an accident. You’ve got verbal aggression and contraband. I never relax inside the facility. Even when I’m off work, it’s hard: My wife knows that I can’t sit in a restaurant without being able to see the door and everybody in the room....

Almost everybody at some point in their life deals with pimples on their scalp. Sometimes it may go away on its own, but other times you may need additional products. Plus, knowing the cause of the problems can be very beneficial too. Keep scrolling to learn what causes pimples on your scalp and find products you can use to help treat the issue. Causes of Pimples on Your Scalp Dealing with pimples on your scalp, but not sure what’s causing them?...

Read on to learn how you can style your hair into this fun updo and up your pomp ponytail game in just a few minutes: Modern Twist on the 50s Pomp Ponytail Step 1: Start clean and add shine. For a glossy base, wash your hair with Suave Professionals Moroccan Infusion Shine Shampoo and condition with Suave Professionals Moroccan Infusion Shine Conditioner. Dry hair, then apply Suave Professionals Moroccan Infusion Styling Oil to add a soft and shiny texture to your hair....

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. To learn more about ’em, click here. It’s back to school time and we emptied all of our penny jars just to get the kids some new school clothes this year. That didn’t leave us much leftover for our upcoming date, so I had to get clever and think CHEAP! While I was out collecting a few school supplies for the kids, I ran across Post-it Notes and the light bulb went off!...

As a rule of thumb, warm undertones do best with reddish and golden tones, and cool undertones are flattered by ash-toned hair color. Still perplexed? Worry not, as it took me a while, too, to understand what hair color looks best on me. But with a little bit of research—and some painful trial and error!—I finally got it. Read on for a quick primer (and fun quiz!) on finding your next best shade:...

1. Auburn Highlights If you are growing bored with your chestnut locks or your dark red hair, try adding in some rich auburn highlights (or lowlights) to give your look a smoldering finish. To get the look, ask your colorist to use a balayage technique for a trendier yet more natural-looking head of color. 2. Blorange Highlights Perfect for lighter strawberry blondes, adding in some fun blorange highlights can keep your hair fresh and unpredictable....

Stress Rx To see if mindfulness might buffer against work stress faced by emergency care professionals, researchers in New York and Switzerland asked 190 emergency room medical personnel to complete surveys regarding their dispositional mindfulness, anxiety, depression, social support, and life events. Questionnaires were completed just after they began working in an emergency room, then again three and six months later. Higher levels of mindfulness at baseline were linked to less anxiety, depression, and social impairment over time even after accounting for work stress, negative life events, and low perceived support from colleagues....

Counterclockwise: Mindful Health and the Power of Possibility by Ellen Langer Health and Healing: The Philosophy of Integrative Medicine and Optimum Health by Andrew Weil The Healing Power of the Breath: Simple Techniques to Reduce Stress and Anxiety, Enhance Concentration, and Balance Your Emotions by Richard P. Brown and Patricia L. Gerbarg Heal Thy Self: Lessons on Mindfulness in Medicine by Saki Santorelli How to Be Sick: A Buddhist-Inspired Guide for the Chronically Ill and Their Caregivers by Toni Bernhard How to Use Herbs, Nutrients and Yoga in Mental Health by Richard P....

We Have a Choice to Remain in Control Two weekends ago, as the state where I live was finally waking up to the realization that preparation was in order and that we wouldn’t be spared, my husband and I made a trip to the supermarket to stock up on supplies and essentials. Now you have to understand that I live in a state that is under a threat of hurricanes almost annually at this point, and that what I saw was beyond the frenzy we experience when we are in the “cone of uncertainty” and being told to brace for impact....

Show your spouse the many “Riesens” why you them with this quick and easy gift idea! Take a bag of Reisens candy and attach love notes to your spouse letting them know every detail of why you love them so. It’s a romantic gesture paired with candy – you can’t go wrong! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. To learn more about ’em, click here. One of our sweet readers, Beckie, sent us this super fun and easy idea that will work perfectly for ANY day of the week!...

Screen Time Recommendations Furthermore, health experts have shared a lot about the effects of too much screen time on children. Parents need to drastically cut children’s screen time throughout the day. However, to stay within the recommended amount of screen time, you first need to know what they are! The recommended screen time for kids ages 2-5 is one hour per day. For kids ages, 5-18, screen time recommendations are two hours a day....

While New Year’s is a popular time for parties, sometimes it’s nice to just have a private soiree with your spouse! Whether you can get away together on New Year’s itself or you can’t steal away until the next date night, this countdown to midnight is a steamy way to celebrate the new year with your spouse! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. To learn more about ’em, click here....

Read on as we deconstruct the details in emo haircuts for short hair: 5 Styling Tips: Short Emo Hairstyles While there are certain haircuts and colors that help define your look as an emo hairstyle, styling your cut is really important for defining that emo look. Keep scrolling to find out top styling tips for short emo hair. 1. Go for a Modern Mullet Like the scene hairstyle, which uses the shag as inspiration, short emo haircuts are a throwback to rocker hair of eras past....

The Shoulder Length Hairstyles for Women Over 50 1. Shoulder Length Bob Opt for a classic hairstyle with a blunt, layered bob. The stacked bob is super simple for an everyday look; just add some TRESemmé Thermal Creations Blow-Dry Accelerator Spray, to amp up your volume and spped up your styling time. Blow-dry with a round ceramic brush for some added lift. You’ll look blowout chic in no time....

Read on to find out what this product is, the best ways to use it and which other hair care products pair best with it: Perfectly Silky Hair, Every Time Any hair care routine starts off with the right shampoo and conditioner. Prep your hair and give it a smooth and silky foundation by washing and conditioning with Dove Radiant Shine Shampoo and Radiant Shine Conditioner. This duo is formulated to revive even the dullest strands and give them an invigorating boost of healthy shine....