Findings from this research converge on an organizing idea: Whereas the Machiavellian approach to power assumes that individuals grab it through coercive force, strategic deception, and the undermining of others, the science finds that power is not grabbed but is given to individuals by groups. What this means is that your ability to make a difference in the world—your power, as I define it—is shaped by what other people think of you....

2. Spread the love (and lipids) Hair is at its healthiest towards the root, partly because it is newly grown, but also because it benefits from the hydro-lipid oils produced by your scalp, which contribute to hair’s elasticity and hydration–nature’s own treatment for dry hair. Spread some of this love further south by brushing your hair regularly–and we’re not talking the usual daily detangle. One of our favorite tips for dry hair management is gently brushing or combing your hair 2-3 times a day for a couple of minutes each time....

Help Your Outdoor Wedding Styles Last As with most styles, it all starts in the shower. About a week before the big day you’ll want to replace your usual shampoo and conditioner for an anti-frizz duo. We love Dove Nutritive Solutions Anti-Frizz Oil Therapy Shampoo and Dove Nutritive Solutions Anti-Frizz Oil Therapy Conditioner for this exact purpose. This duo is formulated with a unique combination of Argan, coconut and almond oils to eliminate frizz and nourish your hair from within....

From ringlets to bouncy curls, we love how you can create a variety of curls with these rods. In general, the bigger the perm rod, the bigger curl you’ll achieve. Another huge advantage is that this curling method doesn’t utilize any heat, which could mean less damage and dryness—always a plus when dealing with natural and curly textures, which tend to already be on the drier side. Tutorial: How to Use Perm Rods Read on to discover how to use perm rods on natural hair to get some incredible bounce, definition, and volume: With just serum and perm rods, you’ll be on your way to achieving gorgeously curly strands—and best of all, without any heat!...

Who is the better driver? Who initiated your first kiss? Find out what your spouse really thinks in this hilarious group date night game! Find out how much you really know about your SOLE-mate with this silly date night game! Inspired by a unique game that Diva Courtney saw a bride and groom play at their wedding reception – we have converted this fun idea into a couples date night game!...

But let’s take a step back—what is mindfulness? Below, Kabat-Zinn explains how awareness helps cut through judgement. Meditation: How to do it Kabat-Zinn talks about his own introduction to meditation, and what he’d suggest for people who want to get started: On MBSR and everyday mindfulness Kabat-Zinn talks about his current work, and his vision of MBSR’s purpose. “It’s not one size fits all. The curriculum is life itself.”...

You can wear the knot bun hairstyle during any season, and at any time of the day. It’s really the most versatile bun style around! Read on to see what we mean: 12 Knot Hairstyle Ideas We Love 1. afro Bun This is like the best of two worlds: You’ve got an amazing Afro and a cute knot bun hairstyle on top. Emphasize texture with Love Beauty and Planet Coconut Milk & White Jasmine Salt Spritz Texture Spray....

5 Unique Ways to Wear a Knotted Updo 1. Half Up/Half Down Updo Not fully committed to the knotted updo style yet? No worries, try this half up/half down updo style! This look is especially amazing when styled on braids, twists, or faux locs. To help keep your look sleek, try Suave Extreme Hold Unscented Aerosol Hairspray to help keep the style in place all day. 2. Cornrow Updo Style your cornrow into the most gorgeous knotted updo!...

When it comes to loving our husbands, we try our best. We show love in any way we can. We try to keep the house looking fabulous, we work on sprucing up our cooking skills to produce delicious dishes, we work together to help raise our children, and we even try to find the never-ending missing socks when it’s time to fold the laundry! But loving your husband is so much more than that and requires one key ingredient… that you love yourself!...

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. To learn more about ’em, click here. These are easy to make, personal and heart felt! First you’ll need to gather your supplies. Supplies Library Card Library Pocket Date Stamp Ink pad Pen I found my library cards and library pockets at a local learning/school supply store for about 10-15 cents apiece! The stamp pad and ink are found at any office supply store....

The retreat was led by three prominent meditation instructors: Cheri Maples, Sharon Salzberg, and Gina Sharpe. If you click here you can hear talks by each of these instructors as they address the themes of awareness, balance, and connection in different ways. This retreat was part of Garrison Institute’s Transforming Trauma Initiative which works to “advance the field of contemplative-based trauma care.” Below you will see a video by Garrison with Cheri Maples and Gina Sharpe talking about the importance of contemplative intervention for caregivers....

These ADORABLE postcards are a quick and easy way to show your spouse the love! Simply print them out, add a stamp, and send them via snail mail whether it be for long distance purposes or just a fun way to spice up the romance!

But what exactly is low porosity hair, and what does it have to do with, well, anything? Short answer: It may be the reason why your hair isn’t retaining moisture and lacking volume. On the bright side, there’s a way to make it less of an issue. Instead of trying to figure it all out ourselves, we turned to Unilever Research and Development Senior Manager of Hair Care, Leon-Van Gorkhom, as well as resident hairstylist Bailey Pope, to give us the low down on hair porosity, what low porosity hair really looks and feels like and even asked them to offer up some tips for styling this hair type at home....

St. Patrick’s Day is one of those crazy-fun holidays that somehow gets overlooked… except for the pinching part. Nobody forgets to pinch you if you’re not wearing green! This date is a fun, simple, and cheap way to celebrate green day or just a great date when you are feeling a little magical! Remember back when you were a kid and you had your mom buy a box of cereal specifically for the prize that was inside?...

No matter how many trips you take to your barber, he wants you to know that you’ve got some homework to do once you leave his chair. When it comes to maintaining your short haircut, the responsibility is yours, particularly in times like this. Worry not, as we have several ways you can keep your hairstyle looking and feeling fresh. Are you ready to be stylish and clean in-between haircut appointments?...

No, but really: The wild kingdom offers us a glimpse of our animal nature in action. These shows are like metaphors for the dog-eat-dog competitive quality of daily life. But along with capturing what life looks like when you’re at the wrong end of the food chain, nature shows also depict animal communities whose behavior reminds us of our own species in other, less harrowing ways. Your friendly neighborhood meerkat, for example, relies on cooperation, agreement, and a kind of friendliness to survive....

It seems likely that if we practice mindfulness, we will become more in tune with our world ecologically. We will get more in touch with our actual needs and will be driven less by our desires. As a result, we will consume less and decrease our overall impact on the environment. But I think there is a level of mindfulness, or ecological intelligence, that goes beyond just decreasing our acquisitiveness....

In a marriage where mental illness exists, there are obviously two very different experiences being had simultaneously. For the mentally ill spouse, the suffering that comes from living with a mental illness is a unique and often indescribable experience. While the challenge of loving someone with a mental illness may be equally painful, but in a different way. Let me also acknowledge that every experience is different, just as every marriage is different....

The researchers took a group of first- and second- year medical students and put them through an 11-week elective course that included yoga, meditation and the elements of neuroscience behind each practice. Participants were evaluated based on their levels of empathy, perceived stress, self-regulation, and self-compassion. The research was published in the journal Medical Education online, and concludes that a mind-body course for medical students can increase their self-regulation and self-compassion....

“In order to stand with us, and people that look like me, you have to be educated on issues that pertain to me,” he says. The whole video is well worth a watch—here are just three of the understandings Acho shares to help us increase our empathy so that we can act from deeper understanding and solidarity toward racial justice. 3 Ways to Better Understand Racial Struggle 1. Riots are a last resort To many, rioting is simply an act of senseless and destructive aggression, and the recent riots in many US cities appear to have come out of nowhere....