Here are 10 clear intentions to consider working into your daily meditation. (Start your meditation with a few deep breaths and observe the stillness within, and then set your intention.) Your chosen intention should always be positive, uplifting, and always in the present tense. You want to refrain from using any negative words. So try to avoid saying something like, “My intention is to fight this stupid stress.” If your intention on your first day is to invite peace and calm in, after a few days, you may change that intention to, “My intention is to enjoy the peace I create in myself....

Whether you choose to follow the eating style for its delicious and vast range of whole foods, or for its known health benefits, there’s no better meal to start with than breakfast. We rounded up 11 of our favorite breakfast recipes that you can enjoy while following a Mediterranean diet: 

“They can take on any flavor or texture,” registered dietitian Aja Gyimah, MHSc, R.D., tells mbg, “it just depends on how you cook them.” Best for: Sautés, stir-fries, ramen. “They can also be found in medicinal mushroom blends in tinctures and dried products,” integrated immunologist Heather Moday, M.D., says. However, the best way to get the benefits is by eating them. Best for: Hamburgers (they can replace the bun for a gluten-free burger, or the patty for a plant-based burger), tacos, or other hearty “meat” dishes, like pot roast....

Plump skin is often the ticket for any youthful look since skin naturally starts to sag and become drier with age. While skin aging is a natural process that happens to us all at some point, you can take methods to re-plump your complexion if you please (sans injectables, if you don’t want to make the appointment). Below, find a few expert-backed, natural ways to infuse your skin with juicy hydration: If you’re looking for an instant (albeit temporary) plumping effect, pat a humectant serum on damp skin before sealing everything in with moisturizer....

Luckily, clinical psychologist and sleep expert Aric Prather, Ph.D., recently shared his go-to tricks on the mindbodygreen podcast—here’s a quick overview: Be sure to reserve your bed for sleep or other relaxing activities. If you work from home, try to work in a different space. Even if it’s in the same room, opt for a desk and chair rather than sitting in your bed. And if you begin to feel restless in bed when you’re trying to fall asleep, get up and do something else, Prather says....

Fear of stigma The truth is that people choose to come to therapy for all kinds of reasons. Some people are looking for more insight, more self-awareness, and tools to improve their overall life satisfaction. People who choose therapy may see the value in working on themselves and are insightful to know if and when they may be in over their heads. Life is full of difficult events, decisions, and transitions....

Here’s what you need to know about glutathione, what it does for your health, and how to make sure you’re getting what you need. Left unchecked, free radicals and oxidative stress contribute to a variety of health concerns, as well as the aging process4. You’ll find glutathione in every tissue and fluid throughout the body; it’s that important. Also unsurprising given its role in detoxification: The highest concentrations of glutathione in the body are found in the liver and kidneys....

Soon, you find the evidence. Maybe you’re looking for it, maybe you stumble upon it. Either way it confirms that something is going on—with someone else. You confront your partner and find out the details. Then you face the inevitable, impossible question: Do I stay or do I go? You always imagined you would leave if someone cheated, but you find that your love for your partner draws you back....

As psychologist and dream expert Rubin Naiman, Ph.D., previously told mbg, “Dream interpretation is about decoding the dream. It enlightens us and expands our awareness psychologically, [offering an] expansion of consciousness.” And that decoding, he explains, is all about feeling into the emotions the dream brought up for you. Stressful dreams, for example, are often a manifestation of stress we’re experiencing in our real, waking lives. So, when you can figure out the emotion the dream evoked in you and think about what was happening in the dream as well as what’s going on in your life, you can get a clearer picture of its potential message....

In fact, piling on the fun is the secret to Sober October. Whether that means recruiting a sober squad to join you or sipping on Athletic Brewing’s nonalcoholic beers, there’s plenty of fun to be had all month long. When trying dry means being able to enjoy the citrusy hops in Run Wild IPA, suddenly 31 days of moderation feels like a cinch. So with these five tips, prepare for a month that is easy and enjoyable....

The reason these little pollen grains are getting so much attention lately is because they’re a complete food, providing protein and nutrients like B vitamins and folic acid, which are important for balancing hormones by way of balancing blood sugar, weight and mood. Be sure to get your pollen from a trusted source. It’s also important to start slowly with bee pollen–it can sometimes trigger people with severe seasonal allergies, so it might be best to start slow and work up to a tolerated dose....

Your particular spiritual guidance squad, the team of spirit guides assigned to you, could include any or all of the following: Spirit animals could show up for the first time in a dream, in your backyard, or on your co-worker’s coffee mug. My guides have told me that all ascended masters are partners and work together in harmony, no matter what culture or religion they were part of when they were alive....

That said, many people still struggle to bolster their metabolic health. Between the standard American diet and sedentary lifestyles becoming more and more prevalent (hello, desk jobs!), most of the U.S. population isn’t metabolically healthy—a whopping 88%, to be exact. Additionally, only 6.8% of Americans1 have optimal cardiometabolic health, according to a 2022 study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. Among the cardiometabolic health components analyzed, prevalence of excess adiposity (i....

Nail trends are a tad easier to experiment with (as opposed to a brand-new dye job) since it doesn’t take much to switch up your mani, aside from snagging a gorgeous new lacquer. Plus, a stunning set of tips can instantly make a statement against a neutral fall silhouette; a camel-colored coat and olive green mani go together like pumpkin and spice. Ahead, shop the nail colors experts predict will command the upcoming season—you might be surprised by a few of this year’s picks: Zoya Nail Polish in Walker...

The truth is, most of us could probably benefit from learning to handle our emotions more constructively. With good reason, emotional intelligence (EQ) is a concept that has become increasingly popular in contemporary psychology. In addition to being linked to greater relationship satisfaction, EQ is associated with better work performance and an increased ability to manage stress. In a nutshell, EQ is the ability to be able to recognize and regulate your own emotions, while also empathizing with others and maintaining an awareness of their reactions....

With this 20-minute circuit, similar to routines I share with my clients at the ness, you’ll feel the spice in your inner thighs and a little extra love in your lower abs. Complete the entire circuit two times through.

Have you ever used a mini band in your workouts? I love this piece of workout gear because it adds an extra challenge to any bodyweight routine. And unlike bulkier equipment, a mini band is so easy to transport just about anywhere. Plus, this seemingly simple resistance loop is so versatile—taking bodyweight exercises for your back, legs, core, etc., to the next level. Your 4-week challenge: As the holiday season is upon us, it can be challenging to keep up with a consistent movement regimen....

In other words: There was always one thing after another in my life, and I neglected every aspect of my health in the process. In my eyes, my mind and my body were two separate things. I received a phone call later that day, and my OB/GYN asked me to come back to the office ASAP to do some biopsies. After getting the results back—the week of my 30th birthday—I had a cervical cancer diagnosis....