But that’s all in the past, because these new options are dense, rich, effective, and everything you want. Here, we gathered the very best natural options and what they are suited for. So if you are in the need of a liner, here’s what you can do. Decide what sort of “eye look” you want: This will all depend on how intense and sharp the final result should be. A clean flick?...

This is one of the biggest struggles I hear from the women I work with. Here are three things I recommend to help you stop overeating at night: Why is this? Because when you are restricting, it is freaking HARD. It’s like walking a tightrope—rigid, punishing, no room for error. And realistically, it’s just not possible to sustain the pressure you put on yourself to stay on that tightrope! So be on the lookout for these thoughts....

But that’s where gratitude journaling comes in: a little (physical) reminder that there is good in your life and you are worthy of all of it. Here’s what to know about the science of why expressing gratitude is so healthy, and 30+ gratitude journaling prompts to help you get started. A 2015 study1 published in the journal Frontiers in Psychology shows that feelings of gratitude are linked to the anterior cingulate cortex and medial prefrontal cortex—regions of the brain that influence our decision-making, willpower, motivation, and mood....

Here are 39 prompts to help inspire your journaling session, courtesy of licensed psychotherapist Babita Spinelli, L.P.; licensed psychotherapist Jordan Dann, MFA, L.P., CIRT; doctor of clinical psychology,Perpetua Neo, DClinPsy; and licensed marriage and family therapist Shane Birkel, LMFT. Of course, there’s no right or wrong way to journal, but these expert-led prompts may lead you to fresh insights or help you see things from a new perspective.

The Center for Disease Control (CDC) released data showing a tenfold increase in the number of cases of Lyme disease, with approximately one million Americans reported having been exposed to it in 2012. So if you go to a doctor complaining of fatigue with joint and muscle pain, and have a negative blood test, it’s possible you may have contracted Lyme disease. How can you know whether you have a tick-borne illness causing your symptoms, though?...

If you’d rather go the smell route, apply a few drops to a bandanna, scarf, or even a tissue. Hold the item near your nose. Take slow deep breaths and exhale through your mouth. Research shows that olfactory stimulation through scent4 can suppress gastric vagal nerve activity, which can help quash a case of the “queasies” in rodents. If you’re at home and feeling ill, you can also add your favorite oil to a diffuser....

And it’s completely understandable. There is so much happening in parenthood that adding another thing—getting young kids to care about the environment, no less—feels pretty impossible. You can continue the learning online with Happy Baby’s digital storybook and video, both of which feature Terry, a little mound of soil, who teaches kids the journey of regenerative farming. Stories like these can help teach kids that people, like farmers who grow our food, are also doing a lot to take care of our planet and keep it as strong as possible....

is new and always new again continuously creating. Since I washed my mind and my body, I too, am new, each moment new. My teacher told me one thing: Live in the soul. When that was so, I began to go naked and dance. ~Lalla It Honors the Body and Encourages Positive Body Image Naked yoga helps you discover an entirely new way of looking at your own body, inspiring you to take pride and pleasure in your unique physique and capabilities....

Lately, one relatively new category of lines has become top of mind for many: the modern “tech neck.” Given our increasingly digital world, it’s a practical concern for many skin care buffs—here, derms explain how to avoid and combat these etchings. And like the name suggests, tech neck forms from constantly staring at your phones and screens. As you look down, the skin on your neck can fold over itself, thus creating those horizontal etchings over time....

The fear can be real: Some of my patients do develop acne a few months after stopping birth control. In fact, it is one of the top symptoms that drives women right back on birth control. Post-birth control syndrome (PBCS) acne can show up anywhere: On your face, of course, but also your chest, your neck, your back, and even your booty. But staying on the pill isn’t the solution....

We also try and institute a “no-device” rule on these walks. The only connections you need during this time are with yourself, and with your surroundings. Give yourself a true chance to wake up without scrolling, clicking, or plugging in for an hour after you arise. It’s important to allow yourself a chance to tune into yourself before you tune into the outside world. Looking for something a bit more challenging than a stroll?...

Despite all of the benefits, there’s no doubt that beginning therapy is a journey: You’ll discover and rediscover these lessons as you get to know yourself on a deeper level. There is no quick fix or magic pill—change is on the other side but only with intentional effort. Therapy is one of the top methods for managing your mental health, but over time, the investment can be costly. That’s why it can be important to seek out affordable therapy options to help align you with the person you want to be—without breaking the bank....

Maybe your budget won’t allow for it, or time is too precious a commodity for you. Whichever the reason, the good news is that you don’t have to make do with hair that’s seen better days. In reality, there are plenty of hair-friendly ingredients hiding out in your kitchen that can be just as effective as what the salon can offer—but at a fraction of the price. But avocados are a great mask base because they contain natural oils along with polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fatty acids....

Emotional abuse can look like a lot of things, but according to relationship therapist Ken Page, LCSW, it can be defined as anything devaluing, demeaning, or neglectful to another person’s feelings or experiences, “which leaves them feeling less-than, ashamed, incapable, and not valuable.” And as psychiatrist Anna Yusim, M.D., previously explained to mbg, emotional abuse often goes hand in hand with verbal abuse, which encompasses the use of words in an attempt to control, manipulate, or harm another....

Homemade potpourri is another risk-free alternative. “Stuff small cloth drawstring bags with dried lavender and add them to your drawers and linen closet,” Watkins proposes. The finer the detergent, the more evenly it will distribute in the wash—especially in cold water—so do be sure to give it a good blitz! The DIY route also has some environmental merits. If you buy your ingredients in bulk, you can nix plastic packaging altogether....

From there, it’s on to the big one: coffee. The best way to kick coffee to the curb is to taper off in small increments so as not to trigger those dreaded withdrawal symptoms (especially the headaches). The mission here is to slowly dial down your caffeine consumption, so your body can acclimate over time. Here’s a strategy to try when you’re finally ready to ditch the caffeine: Kicking a caffeine habit can be incredibly difficult, but it also can be well worth your while....

If you’ve already ditched your resolution this year, don’t beat yourself up—the “all-or-nothing” nature of resolutions is impractical and unsustainable. (After all, 365 consecutive days of action or avoidance is difficult, even for the most disciplined among us.) “There’s no magic one-size-fits-all solution for how you want to set up a habit, whether you do it in the morning, afternoon, or night,” Rubin says in a mindbodygreen podcast episode. “People are going to differ on when they feel most productive, creative, and energetic....

For someone who is searching for the perfect word to describe their sexual desires, this could take them a step closer to finding sexual liberation. For others, these terms can be a little bit confusing, and that’s OK if you feel that way. Here’s everything you need to know about sexuality, plus a fuller list of some of the most common sexualities in 2020. According to sexologist Carol Queen, Ph....

The warm, ancient Ayurvedic beverage is the perfect addition to any relaxing evening regimen. As integrative neurologist Kulreet Chaudhary, M.D., previously writes for mbg: “Once you’ve tried golden milk, you’ll be hooked on the way it settles your mind and body at the end of the day and invites your entire being to relax and let go of any worries as you drift off to sleep.” These antioxidant capabilities also make turmeric a special skin brightener, both when ingested and applied topically (that’s why turmeric face masks are so popular among many cultures)....