Even platonic workplace relationships can be a little tricky to navigate but more and more research is showing that office friendships create a happier working environment, make our jobs more fulfilling and increase productivity. Author of The Best Place to Work, Ron Friedman points out, “Feeling a connection with colleagues can motivate employees to work […]
It’s hard enough to get motivated to exercise, and it’s certainly a challenge to find time to work out, but when you do, don’t overlook the pre and post-workout stretching exercises routine in an effort to save time and energy. Your warm-up stretches and cool-down are just as crucial to ensuring you take care of […]
Spiritual inspiration is all around us, you just need to appreciate it when it comes along. Spirituality isn’t necessarily about practicing a religion or filling your house with crystals and incense. Although it can be if that’s what works for you. Really, it’s anything that makes you feel more present, more part of a larger […]
When it gets hot outside you’ll want to stick to fuss-free hairstyles that keep hair away from your face and still look chic. Enter braided hairstyles—yes those same hairdos you wore religiously when you were 10 years old. They haven’t gone out of style, in fact, it’s totally on trend and you’ll spot braids everywhere […]
If you haven’t tried an açaí bowl recipe (pronounced ah-sigh-ee, for those of us who have been wondering), first of all, where have you been? And second of all, it’s time to get to know this superfood that is widely recognized as one of the most delicious and good-for-you foods in our world. Hands down, […]
Do you have a few spare minutes of your day to give to a good cause? There are tons of volunteer opportunities and organizations out there that need you, your time and your unique approach to getting the job done. Time and again we see how it’s big-hearted, everyday people who are heroes to those […]
Oh summertime, we love you so. The fresh air, the long days, the bronzed skin…doesn’t get much better than that. If only we didn’t also have to deal with the dreaded boob sweat and perpetual (but often unsuccessful) search for the best bras. For some reason, bras just don’t seem to fit right in the […]
We’ve all been there, sister. The horror of getting over someone, the pains of a terrible heartbreak, pulling out your hair in agony and not being able to fathom ever being with anyone else again, because everyone else is at this moment is, well, repulsive. There is no set time in how long it takes […]
Do you need to know how to fix a relationship? Are you and your partner in a slump? Do you find yourself bickering more these days than cuddling? It’s totally normal for longer-term relationships to lose those initial fireworks you both experienced the first years together. But as with any relationship, the slow buildup of […]