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This week, tune in to these virtual Earth Day activities to learn, share, and be inspired—but don’t stop there. Commit to carrying the climate lessons you’ve learned into your everyday life, 365 days a year. This week, EarthX, an environmental conservation live streaming service, will be screening at least one of them a day on their platform, with topics ranging from a futuristic waste-to-energy plant turned ski slope in Copenhagen to the threats to the endangered American ocelot....

Attunement as a conscious spiritual practice was developed by Lloyd Arthur Meeker in 1929 and is still practiced today. It involves sharing energy between two people, totally in sync, to promote well-being. Essentially, it’s all about becoming harmonious with other people’s energies. Some experts believe attunement involves activating the brain’s mirror neurons1, which are thought to be networks in the brain that respond to other people’s emotions and actions as if they were our own, helping people bond with one another....

While you likely can move lots of furniture around a living room, bedroom, or office to optimize the room’s feng shui, the kitchen is usually far more static. That said, there are so many small shifts that can instantly brighten the energy of the space. Here are a few simple ones that can make your kitchen feel far more magnetic, dynamic, and abundant: We’ll head to the pantry and cabinet spaces next, where you may find a home for that nonessential stuff....

While anal sex has become more and more mainstream, some people may still feel a little nervous about exploring this area of the body. Anal toys can be a low-pressure way to try out some exploration without a partner around. You might also want the sensation of something in your butt but be a little squeamish about the idea of touching yourself there yourself or letting a partner touch you there....

After about nine months of trial and error, I developed a 20-Minute Workout that combined high-intensity interval training (HIIT) with yoga and without the need for equipment. You can do this workout at home, in a hotel room, or even in your favorite park. Here’s why you should combine yoga and HIIT: At the end of the day, you need to listen to your body and do what works for you....

We took a deep dive into the world of on-demand meditation, comparing these two top mindfulness apps—Headspace and Calm—to help determine which one might be best for you. Keep reading for the pros and cons of each and to learn how downloading a meditation app can take your health and well-being to new heights. “Anxiety management is a primary reason people find themselves meditating,” says Jen Stavitsky, certified meditation teacher, reiki master, and founder and CEO of Cultivate Meditation and Wellness....

Well, for those who can’t stop wondering, Snapchat’s newly released Friendship Report provides all the answers you’ve ever had about best friends. They surveyed a diverse group of 10,000 participants from countries all around the world, including the United States, Australia, Saudi Arabia, and others, about what their friendships look like. As for regular friends, globally the average number of people was about seven, and when it came to acquaintances, the average number globally shot up to 20....

I’m not a big cook, so there’s not usually anything on the stove. It’s more likely the smell of fruity candles. But there are a number of other items with sentimental value in my home: A vase my mum gave me as a moving gift is up there. Emma received her B.A. in Environmental Science & Policy with a specialty in environmental communications from Duke University. In addition to penning over 1,000 mbg articles on topics from the water crisis in California to the rise of urban beekeeping, her work has appeared on Grist, Bloomberg News, Bustle, and Forbes....

If you are lucky enough to have a window-lit bathroom, here are a few plants that would love to call it home. A few telltale signs that your plant is holding in too much moisture include brown, black, and mushy leaves, wilting, and slow growth. Excess moisture can also attract pests. If your bathroom plant is starting to show these signs, start by watering it less often. If that doesn’t help, you might need to move it to another room and give it a few weeks to acclimate to its new environment before reassessing....

Whether that means getting more sleep, managing your stress levels, doing more yoga, or just enjoying the slow pace of your otherwise hectic schedule, maximizing your well-being might look completely different depending on your health goals—and your at-home quarantine itinerary will reflect that. That said, “reset” what makes you happy. Rather than purchasing items or traveling, think about what makes you truly happy during this time of social distancing. Even identifying the simplest of pleasures can help you figure out what’s the basis of your happiness....

But around four months postpartum, I discovered I had diastasis recti. The rectus abdominis ab muscles are the band that gets split down the middle. This compromises the support of the belly contents— so the uterus, bowels, and other organs can “pooch” out, making you continue to look pregnant long after delivery. The condition can also cause constipation, low-back pain, and urine leaking. I felt like I had to go back to square one and learn how to reinforce my transverse abdominals, deepest corset layer of abs, and relearn how to breathe properly without inflating my belly....

If ever there were a formula for the perfect gift, experiential, tangible, and personal would be the sugar, spice, and all-things-nice recipe for success. Luckily, we’ve found one gift that ticks all three boxes for Mother’s Day: a Zen den created with mom’s inner peace in mind. Once you’ve selected your space, consider lighting and seating. A simple chain of fairy lights or a few candles are all you need to set the vibe....

So, if decision fatigue, plus the influx of Instagram ads for the latest trendy multivitamin, have left you wondering what the heck to look for in a quality multi, we get it. Here’s what you need to know about what a truly comprehensive multivitamin looks like so you can pick the right one for you without any unnecessary stress. “Multivitamins are multitaskers when it comes to our health,” says Ashley Jordan Ferira, Ph....

To assess where you are right now, look at each statement and mark the response that applies to you. The time frame isn’t critical—some experiences might be very recent; others very far back. The point is to recognize moments of heightened experience. There are no right or wrong responses. Just assess your experience as objectively as you can. When in doubt, choose the answer that first comes to mind. On the other hand, if you often answered “Never” or “Rarely,” your inner life isn’t fulfilling....

There are moments during the process of transformation when we feel high on life, like a superhero. “Yes, I did it! I left that unhealthy relationship!” But every up has a down. And things can quickly become ugly, uncomfortable, and awkward as we grieve and let go. Then, we can begin the rebirth process, which can be so embarrassing! Think Bambi legs. Or the moment a caterpillar is primordial goo in a cocoon before it hits supermodel status as a butterfly....

Root rot, on the other hand, is one problem that isn’t as easy to recover from—which makes early detection essential. Here are some pro tips on spotting, treating, and preventing this leading cause of houseplant death. The roots are like the engine of a plant: They keep things running and fuel all the foliage you see above the surface. So when they die off, the rest of the plant tends to do the same....

It’s also why we value knowledgeable experts like Frank Lipman, M.D., an internationally recognized expert in the field of integrative medicine and the author of multiple best-selling books. To help optimize digestion now and always, we asked Dr. Lipman to share his best tips: This includes a good-quality probiotic supplement along with regular intake of fermented foods, such as kimchi, sauerkraut, unsweetened kefir, yogurt, and pickled vegetables. I also recommend prebiotics, which serve as food for the probiotics....

Each choice comes with unique challenges, so following a few simple guidelines can help you confess your romantic feelings with confidence. “When you have a big crush, it’s easy to forget that the object of your desire is a person with flaws and emotional baggage,” says writer and relationship expert Maddy Court, creator of the relationship advice publication The Ex-Girlfriend of My Ex-Girlfriend Is My Girlfriend and a forthcoming volume of the same title....

We reached out to integrative medicine physician at Harvard Medical School Aditi Nerurkar, M.D., MPH, who explains why people are so compelled to read the news right now, as well as her top tips for limiting COVID-19 news consumption. Staying up-to-date is important, but when you’ve started looking at the news for three or more hours per day, it becomes maladaptive, meaning, what started out as beneficial, suddenly becomes harmful....

Not sure where to start? We called up Emily Thomason, a florist at Devynn’s Garden in California, to put together this guide to the basics of bouquet making. Buying from florists tends to be a better bet than from a grocery store, as their flowers are usually fresher and will last longer. To stay on track and on budget in the store, look for these categories for your bouquet: Clear off any leaves that will be sitting in water, and give all your stems a quick snip at an angle before laying them on a clean arranging surface....